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Frank Sumrall

Pierce County Council candidate defends decision to fire gun at suspected car thief

The incident led to the suspected car thief allegedly trying to get away by driving toward Harris, and Harris firing a handgun at the fleeing driver.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Phil Knight, Dodgers owner make $2 Billion offer to buy Portland Trail Blazers

The owner and founder of Nike, Phil Knight, has made an offer to buy the Portland Trail Blazers, which is currently owned by the Paul G. Allen Family Trust.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle landlords will soon be required to report rents, but will they comply?

Seattle landlords will soon be required to report how much they’re charging for rent.
4 years ago
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Associated Press

2 boaters fined for getting too close to orca whales

Two boaters accused of illegally approaching endangered Southern Resident killer whales in rented boats were fined over regulation violations.
4 years ago
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Dalton Day

SPS walks back transportation contract decision, splits award between rival companies

Seattle Public Schools will award its transportation service contract to two companies for the 2022-2023 school year, First Student and Zum Services.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Fugitive murder suspect shot, killed by law enforcement in Kent

A fugitive murder suspect was shot and killed at a Kent apartment complex on Wednesday evening.
4 years ago
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Nicole Jennings

Lifeguard shortage could see some Seattle beaches closed to swimmers

The City of Seattle is facing a lifeguard shortage this summer, which could result in certain beaches being closed to swimmers.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

City of Seattle to dismiss and refund approximately 200,000 parking tickets

Tickets issued between September 1, 2021 and April 5, 2022 will be voided and refunded.
4 years ago
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Micki Gamez

Seatac airport sees a rise in lost items over the holiday weekend

On a normal day, 70 to 90 items are deposited in the lost and found, 70% coming from TSA. When the item is turned in, it's immediately documented.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

FAA to keep closer eye on Boeing’s safety analysis after multiple deadly crashes

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) says it is going to keep Boeing on a shorter leash when it comes to performing safety-related work on aircraft.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Seattle CEO Dan Price enters plea in assault, reckless driving case

The Seattle CEO who rose to national fame by boosting his average employees’ salaries nearly 50% pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to misdemeanor assault and reckless driving charges.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Shots fired inside Cheesecake Factory near Southcenter Mall

Police responded to a reported shooting at a Cheesecake Factory restaurant near Southcenter Mall in Tukwila on Tuesday evening.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Light rail construction begins at Columbia City station, expect delays Sound Transit warns

Light rail riders should take into account some extra delays in their commute starting Monday, July 11, as Sound Transit begins work on the second line which will head east into Bellevue.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle greenlights minimum wages for app-based delivery drivers

The first-of-its-kind legislation PayUp will guarantee app-based delivery drivers a minimum wage while protecting employment flexibility.
4 years ago
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Hanna Scott

Seattle Mayor Harrell unveils homeless plan, dashboard to combat crisis

Harrell says his One Seattle Homelessness Action Plan is date-driven and identifies priorities and actions to make progress on the city‘s objectives
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

WTSC: Traffic deaths in Washington reach 20-year high

The Washington Traffic Safety Commission is sounding the alarm after road deaths in the state reached a 20-year high in 2021, with 663 fatalities.
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Young girl survives cougar attack in northeast Washington, recovers in hospital

A 9-year-old girl attending a camp near Fruitland in Stevens County, Washington was injured as the result of a cougar attack Saturday morning, May 28. 
4 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Little boy and favorite toy reunited thanks to WSDOT’s social media efforts

A little boy and his favorite dinosaur toy have been reunited thanks to WSDOT's social media efforts this week.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Seattle police investigating 10 incidents of shots fired over holiday weekend

Seattle police are investigating 10 separate incidents involving gunfire that occurred over the Memorial Day weekend, including two separate shootings that left two men injured.
4 years ago
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 29: The Seattle Mariners pause for a moment of silence honoring the victi...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle sports teams highlight End Gun Violence movement

Seattle's professional sports teams showed solidarity by highlighting the End Gun Violence movement over the weekend.
4 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

Dad is just one hero on this Memorial Day

On this Veterans Day, MyNorthwest editor Bill Kaczaraba remembers his dad who served in the Army during World War II.
4 years ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

Update: 1-year-old girl found safely after Amber Alert issued in Yakima

An Amber Alert has been issued for a missing one-year-old girl in Yakima. The child was left inside a 2014 GMC Acadia before it was stolen.
4 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Suspect arrested after threat prompts lockdown at Blaine schools

A suspect has been arrested in connection with a series of threats that prompted a lockdown at schools in the Blaine School District.
4 years ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

King County Metro offers transit-to-trail service with Trailhead Direct

King County's Trailhead Direct service, offered by King County Metro and King County Parks, is back for the summer.
4 years ago