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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

MyNorthwest Staff

Marshawn Lynch arrested for DUI in Las Vegas

Ex-NFL star running back Marshawn Lynch was arrested in Las Vegas on Tuesday after cops claim he was driving under the influence.

4 years ago

MyNorthwest Staff

Northgate and South Park earmarked for affordable housing boost

Earlier this year, Harrell acquired Dockside Apartments and Sea Mar Beacon Hill, two buildings that were converted into affordable housing.

4 years ago

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Darren Dedo

The Crime Blotter: Cops stomp out Seattle firebug

Darren Dedo reports the crime from overnight on August 9

4 years ago

L.B. Gilbert

Seattle Children’s Hospital nurses picket for better working conditions as negotiations stall

Washington State Nurses Association (WSNA) started picketing outside Seattle Children's Hospital this morning, Aug. 9, at 6 a.m. to try and pressure the hospital in contract negotiations for the nurses.

4 years ago

KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Gray whale spotted off Whidbey Island making rainbows

KIRO Newsradio Headlines brings you a selection of quick stories to catch up on your news in the morning of Aug. 9

4 years ago

Gwen Baumgardner

Fire destroys Lynnwood home, causes Teslas to explode in driveway

A Lynnwood family is without a home tonight after losing everything in a weekend fire.

4 years ago

Frank Sumrall

Former WSU coach Rolovich moves forward with lawsuit against Washington state for wrongful termination

Rolovich is currently seeking $25 million on the grounds he was terminated as a result of religious discrimination by the university.

4 years ago

Nicole Jennings

Wildfires in Central WA looking better, but thunderstorm possibility on way

Progress is being made on wildfires burning in Central Washington. But officials are worried that thunderstorms on the horizon could start new fires.

4 years ago

Frank Sumrall

Gas-powered leaf blowers facing ban in Seattle, pending council decision

Seattle is also weighing incentives for people and businesses to switch to electric leaf-blowers instead, such as a rebate program.

4 years ago

L.B. Gilbert

Worker sues Ezell’s Famous Chicken over sexual harassment claims

A worker has filed a lawsuit against Ezell's Famous Chicken for sexual harassment, and she claims that they company didn't do enough to stop the harassment.

4 years ago

MyNorthwest Staff

Joe Kent surpasses Jaime Herrera Beutler in WA 3rd Congressional District’s tightly contested race

A Trump-backed candidate for Congress, Joe Kent, has overtaken the incumbent in Washington's Third Congressional District.

4 years ago

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KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Sexual assault prevention now a part of sex-ed, Boeing’s Dreamliner returns

KIRO Newsradio Headlines brings you a selection of quick stories to catch up on your news in the morning of Aug. 8

4 years ago

MyNorthwest Staff

Video: Watch US Army paratroopers skydive from 12,500 feet for Seafair 2022

KIRO Newsradio films the U.S. Army Parachute Team — also known as the Golden Knights — jump from 12,500 feet into the air for Seafair 2022.

4 years ago

MyNorthwest Staff

Seafair hydroplane race decided by penalty once again, Kelly wins fourth contest

It’s the third consecutive race that Shane saw a win at Seafair taken away via penalty and it’s the fourth consecutive Final at Seafair decided by penalty.

4 years ago

KIRO 7 News Staff

Kidd Valley announces closure of original 1976 restaurant in University District

The original Kidd Valley restaurant, which opened in 1976, will be permanently closing, according to a Facebook post from Kidd Valley.

4 years ago

MyNorthwest Staff

State Patrol arrests 21 on suspicion of boating under the influence over Seafair weekend

The Washington State Patrol arrested 21 on suspicion of boating under the influence over Seafair weekend on Lake Washington.

4 years ago

Frank Sumrall

DNR closes Sumas Mountain to vehicles, couldn’t ‘keep up with the scope of the destruction’

Staff members are working with neighbors and various groups in hopes of creating volunteer partnerships that will mitigate these issues in the future.

4 years ago

MyNorthwest Staff

Washington State Ferries to get $38 million in federal funding to upgrade equipment

Washington State Ferries has announced that they will be receiving $38 million in funding from the federal government to invest in infrastructure for the ferry system.

4 years ago

Associated Press

FAA clears Boeing to resume deliveries of 787 Dreamliner

Federal regulators said Monday they are satisfied with changes Boeing has made in the production of its 787 Dreamliner passenger jet, clearing the way for the company to resume deliveries to airline customers “in the coming days.”