L.B. Gilbert
Multiple wildfires erupt across western WA
A series of fires were started or re-energized this past weekend as high heat and winds rock western Washington with the driest weather conditions.4 years ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News
Police: No, there isn’t a serial killer in South Seattle
Social media posts about a serial killer set off ripples of concern throughout the area this weekend, but law enforcement said it simply isn’t true.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Violent weekend in western Washington leaves 1 dead
There were several incidents of violent gun shootings all across western Washington this weekend, that left several dead.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
City councilmember ‘pensive’ about halted CID shelter expansion
Seattle City Council member Tammy Morales, who oversees the Chinatown-International District (CID), says she feels "pensive" about the County Executive's decision to end plans to expand a shelter.4 years ago
Ted Buehner
Rain on tap by weekend amid record-breaking dry weather, heat
The big question on the minds of many across Western Washington is when it will rain and finally douse all the wildfires and smoke.4 years ago
Associated Press
Wildfire in southwest Washington prompts evacuation orders
A wildfire fed by gusty winds and low humidity east of Vancouver, Washington, grew rapidly on Sunday, prompting authorities to order evacuations4 years ago
Associated Press
Bail for custodian accused of voyeurism set at $500K
A school custodian accused of secretly filming people in Vancouver, Washington, school restrooms for nearly a decade, has had bail set at $500,000.4 years ago
Bridget Chavez, KIRO 7 News
Unarmed security guards to patrol one of UW’s busiest areas amid safety concerns
University of Washington school officials along with the U-District Partnership are adding unarmed security guards to patrol one of the busiest areas.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Woman kidnapped by husband in Lacey found, WSP says
According to WSP, 42-year-old Young An was taken by force by her husband, 53-year-old Chae An, at 12:54 p.m. Sunday on Rossberg Street Southeast in Lacey.4 years ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News
Eclipse, the Seattle dog who rides the bus by herself, dies
Eclipse started riding the bus in 2015, where she took it to the dog park, making friends and getting exercise, before taking the bus back home.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Poll: Majority of Seattleites feel safe in their own neighborhood
Seattleites were polled about a variety of issues and candidates moving into the midterm election on Nov. 8.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
Couple arrested with ‘dangerous weapons’ in Seattle assault
Seattle Police arrested an engaged couple in downtown Thursday evening when they were using illegal weapons to assault a man.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Harrell: Progress will be lost if homelessness funding ‘is not renewed’
Mayor Bruce Harrell is asking the City Council for $5 million more in funding to combat homelessness in Seattle.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Kirkland passes new protections for renters to address affordability
The Kirkland city council voted 4-3 to pass a renters protections ordinance with two key provisions notice of rent increase and limits on move-in fees.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Air quality alert, record heat expected across Puget Sound
Air quality alerts have been issued for western Washington this weekend, as haze continues to hang over the region.4 years ago
Sam Campbell
Care.com issues statement on babysitter accused of child sex crimes
A Seattle man faces felony charges for allegedly using online babysitting services to sexually abuse children.4 years ago
Lisa Brooks
Virginia Mason works to determine how cyberattack happened
The company that operates the Virginia Mason Franciscan Health Hospitals has confirmed it was a cyberattack that took down their online scheduling4 years ago
Associated Press
Ex-cop convicted of rape while on duty gets 14 years to life
A fired Spokane, Washington, police officer convicted of raping two women while on duty has been sentenced to 14 years to life in prison.4 years ago
Associated Press
Fall COVID-19 surge could happen in Pacific Northwest
Health officials in Washington and Oregon said Thursday that a fall and winter COVID surge is likely headed to the Pacific Northwest after months of relatively low case levels.4 years ago
Bridget Chavez, KIRO 7 News
Short-staffed hospital in Silverdale calls on firefighters to help treat patients
On Saturday, Oct. 8, the emergency room staff at St. Michael Medical Center in Silverdale had to call in firefighters to help treat patients.4 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Seahawks kickoff stays at 1:05 p.m. Sunday
Because of the end of the ALDS, the Seahawks kickoff will not be moved and stay at its original 1:05 p.m. kickoff time.4 years ago
Micki Gamez
Water taxi now available for congested sports-filled weekend
Water taxis were expected to dry dock this weekend for maintenance. However, there has been a change of heart.4 years ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News
Meteor lights up night sky in Pacific Northwest
Witnesses told KIRO 7 News the meteor fell at about 10:18 p.m. on Wednesday night.4 years ago
