MyNorthwest Staff
Corrections officer pay increasing 15% as staffing shortages hit critical levels
King County Corrections needs to fill roughly 100 vacant positions. To incentivize new hires, the union recently voted to raise standard hourly wage by 15%.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Viral TikTok challenge to steal Kias, Hyundais grabs law enforcement’s attention
The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task-Force (PSATT) is warning drivers of a viral "TikTok challenge" that shows people how to steal certain Kia and Hyundais.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
The Crime Blotter: Three organized retail theft rings busted in Bellevue
Darren Dedo reports on overnight crime on the morning of Aug. 11.4 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Nearly 900 days into its closure, the West Seattle Bridge’s reopening date becomes official
It's the news West Seattle has been waiting for.4 years ago
Associated Press
Oregon ski area sued over Tacoma child’s death
The parents of a 9-year-old child who died skiing at Mt. Bachelor ski area in central Oregon last year have filed a $49 million wrongful death lawsuit against the resort and its parent company, Powdr Corp.4 years ago
Associated Press
Spokane doctor accused in kidnapping for hire plot pleads guilty
A Spokane medical doctor accused of hiring someone on the dark web to kidnap his estranged wife pleaded guilty Wednesday to two counts of threats in interstate commerce as part of a plea deal.4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Seattle City Light raises rates due to rising costs
The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you its top stories on the morning of Aug. 114 years ago
Nicole Jennings
BA.5 wave on downturn in King County, but numbers still high
The COVID surge caused by the BA.5 variant is on the downward side in King County, but health leaders warn that cases are still too high for comfort.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Residential rates to increase at least 5% under Seattle City Light rate hike plan
For 2023, residential rates will increase by 5.7%, and in 2024 the rate increase will be 5%.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Driver dies in Tacoma while being taken into police custody
The Pierce County Force Investigation Team is investigating after a driver died as authorities took them into custody in Tacoma on Tuesday night.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Snohomish County purchases hotel in Everett to increase housing for the homeless
Snohomish county has announced that they will be purchasing the Days Inn in Everett and converting the hotel into bridge housing for the unhoused population in the area.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Republicans fail to make the ballot for Washington Secretary of State for the first time in 60 years
Washington's Secretary of State race this November will be between Democratic incumbent Steve Hobbs and non-partisan candidate Julie Anderson.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
The Crime Blotter: Sultan man held on $1 million bail for alleged murder on SR 2
Darren Dedo reports the crime from overnight on August 104 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Thunderstorms rack the Puget Sound region, leaving thousands without power
A series of power outages in the Puget Sound region leaves thousands without power during lightning storms.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Red flag warning issued for Western WA as thunderstorms increase risk of wildfire
A Red Flag Warning has been issued for Western Washington Wednesday, Aug. 10 with dry weather and the possibility of thunderstorms increasing the risk of wildfires in the area.4 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Des Moines betting on fast ferry service to attract visitors
What's old is new again for Puget Sound transportation. Decades after turning our back on the water, one city is using it for congestion relief and a development spark.4 years ago
Deedee Sun, KIRO 7 News
King County to split 1 monkeypox vaccine into 5 doses after FDA emergency authorization
The monkeypox vaccine shortage in King County isn’t going away, but a major announcement from the White House on Tuesday could change that.4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Washington Secretary of State race will be between Hobbs and Anderson
KIRO Newsradio Headlines brings you a selection of quick stories to catch up on your news in the morning of Aug. 10.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle’s police chief floats cutting back the number of officers at sporting events
Interim Chief Adrian Diaz is considering cutting back the number of overtime hours dedicated to Seattle sporting events.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Incumbent congresswoman Jaime Herrera Beutler concedes to Joe Kent in WA primary
Herrera Beutler’s concession comes less than 24 hours after Kent overtook the District 3 GOP lead.4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
KIRO Newsradio Headlines: City council passes protective measures for abortion rights
KIRO Newsradio Headlines brings you a selection of quick stories to catch up on your news in the afternoon of Aug. 9.4 years ago
Deborah Horne, KIRO 7 News
White Center man claims racial profiling by neighbor
Captured on video, a white woman suspected her new neighbor of breaking into his own home and called 911.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Will WA’s 3rd Congressional District race trigger a recount with primary results too close to call?
As votes continue to be counted in the Washington state primary, some races remain extremely close and might have the possibility of a recount.4 years ago
