Bill Kaczaraba
Seattle mayor should ‘double down’ on leaked homelessness comments, says analyst
Seattle mayor Bruce Harrell should “double down” on his leaked comments about homelessness, a prominent political analyst told KIRO Newsradio.4 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle to provide new protections for local independent contractors
In addition, employers must provide timely payment under the terms of a contract. If unspecified, an employer has just 30 days to pay the contractor.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
No charges filed in Seattle ballot drop box surveillance cases
The King County Sheriff’s Office has declined to file charges in the investigation of signs indicating surveillance of ballot drop boxes.4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Russell Wilson reportedly signs 5-year deal with Broncos
The Denver Broncos and quarterback Russell Wilson have agreed on a five-year, $245 million extension that includes $165 million in guarantees.4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Seattle Children’s and nurses reach tentative agreement on $10 per hour raise
A tentative new contract agreement was reached after 19 hours of negotiation, raising the pay for nurses by $10 an hour.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Washington State Fair kicks off Friday
It welcomes more than a million guests as it is the single largest attended event in the state, fair officials said.4 years ago
Associated Press
Joint Base Lewis-McChord soldier guilty of child sex crimes
A former staff sergeant stationed at JBLM on Tuesday pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court to charges related to traveling to foreign countries for child sex crimes.4 years ago
Dave Ross
Ross: How Jackson’s water crisis reflects Seattle’s infrastructure
We are witnessing the State Capitol of Mississippi, a city the size of Bellevue, running out of water. In America. In 2022.4 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle Schools shuffles student bus routes as driver shortages persist
The district makes last-minute changes to its transportation contract agreement to address a driver shortage, likely to cut some bus routes.4 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Most public transit now free to kids across Washington
Free youth transit fares begin across western Washington on Sept. 1. Anyone under 18 years of age can ride most forms of public transit for free.4 years ago
Colleen West, KIRO 7 News
School bus in Lewis County destroyed by fire ignited in dry grass
The simple act of backing up resulted in a fire that destroyed a school bus in the Lewis County city of Toledo on Tuesday.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
State superintendant unveils plan to expand dual-language education programs to all of Washington
State Superintendent Chris Reykdal announced Aug. 25 that he would be looking to expand dual-language education programs across Washington state in a push to build bilingualism in the state.4 years ago
Sam Campbell
Bystanders stop two separate attempted child kidnappings
Two separate kidnappings were narrowly avoided on Tuesday in under two hours when bystanders intervened, Seattle police said in a press release.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
Homeless man accused of murdering pedestrian with rebar misses court date
His attorney asked for a competency hearing after he was deemed incompetent to stand trial on assault charges in April.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Washington ferry ridership at highest since start of pandemic
As people start to plan for the busy Labor Day holiday weekend, Washington State Ferries announced Wednesday that ferry ridership has reached its highest levels since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
The Crime Blotter: Armed DUI suspect sideswiped a car, crashed into front yard, tried to run
Darren Dedo reports on overnight crime on the morning of Aug. 29.4 years ago
Dalton Day
Seattle mayor breaks silence on KTTH exclusive, calls homelessness authority ‘one tool of many’
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell is looking to reduce funds to the King County Regional Homelessness Authority.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Relative of man killed by Tacoma Police told officers the victim wanted to ‘shoot police’
The Pierce County Force Investigation Team is looking into an officer-involved shooting that happened Aug. 28, when a suspect died after firing at police.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Vandalism at West Seattle Starbucks leaves some residents shaken up
A man was arrested Monday morning for vandalizing a West Seattle Starbucks, smashing windows, and throwing furniture around.4 years ago
Sam Campbell
Seattle Schools teachers rally for higher wages ahead of strike vote
At least 50 SPS teachers rally for a better contract with Seattle Public Schools (SPS) outside Arbor Heights Elementary.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Transnational drug-trafficking leader pleads guilty in Seattle court
The KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk brings you its top stories on the morning of Wednesday, Aug. 31.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Sea-Tac confirms 12th day of 90+ degree weather, tying 2015 record
Thursday, the heat will back off a few degrees, but it will remain in the 80s for South Seattle.4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
KIRO Newsradio Headlines: Marysville schools face significant budget cuts as year starts
The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you its top stories on the afternoon of Tuesday, Aug. 30.4 years ago
