MyNorthwest Staff
WA reps ‘demand answers’ from USPS over mail backlog
The last day to return your ballot for the primary is August 2, but with postal delays some are worried about getting counted in time for the election.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
A guide to finding the closest ballot box for WA’s midterm primary
There are more than 70 official drop box locations in King County, including more than 30 in Seattle.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
The Crime Corner: Gas station clerk shoots and kills armed robber, gun recovered at Torchlight Parade
Darren Dedo, KIRO Newsradio reporter, covers overnight crime in the Puget Sound region on the morning of August 2:4 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Teamsters reject latest concrete truck-driver contract, skip work over demands not being met
Members from the Teamsters Union Local 174 voted on a new contract sent over from concrete companies, rejecting the contract 170-1 in a secret ballot.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Vantage wildfire rages in Eastern WA, burning 5000 acres
A wildfire in Eastern Washington is burning over 5,000 acres and is threatening approximately 40 homes and other pieces of key infrastructure.4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
The AM Newsdesk Minutes: Three officially dead due to heat, mass shooting trial continues
The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you their top stories on the morning of Tuesday, August 2.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Bellevue police seeking couple wanted for frisking victims looking for items to steal
Bellevue police are asking the public for help to identify a couple wanted for six robberies, where they steal jewelry from pedestrians.4 years ago
Chris Sullivan
SR 167 HOV lane finally opening
The orange cones on northbound State Route 167 have frustrated drivers for months, but they should disappear in the next few weeks.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Ferry captain resigns after last week’s crash at West Seattle dock
Drug and alcohol tests for the entire crew came back negative, according to the ferry spokesperson.4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
The PM Newsdesk Minutes: Ferry driver resigns after last week’s crash
The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you their top stories on the afternoon of Monday, August 1.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seafair returns with Fleet Week, new Navy VR experience, and more
The spectacle known as the Boeing Maritime Celebration Seattle Fleet Week returns to Seafair once again after two years of hiatus due to the pandemic4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Mayor Harrell expands ‘Seattle Restored’ program with plans to fill 45 vacant storefronts
Together with the Seattle Office of Economic Development, Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced plans to expand the “Seattle Restored” economic recovery plan, which matches small business owners with vacant storefronts throughout the city.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Man drowns in the Wenatchee river after innertube flipped
On Saturday near Dryden, Wash. a man drowned in the Wenatchee river after his innertube flipped according to a release from the Chelan County Sheriff's Office.4 years ago
Darren Dedo
The Crime Corner: Washington State Patrol says lookout for missing person, Domino’s armed robbery
Darren Dedo, KIRO Newsradio reporter, covers the weekend and overnight crime in the Puget Sound region on the morning of August 1:4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
‘Nature’s air-conditioning’ brings cooler weather after record breaking heat
Now the weather is returning to the mid-70s for what most residents see as the typical summer weather.4 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Body of man who drowned in Spanaway Lake recovered
The body of a 69-year-old man who drowned in Spanaway Lake on Friday has been recovered, the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department said.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Primary Prep: A preview of some of Washington state 2022 top races
Are we in for a Red Wave in the 2022 mid-term election? Or will Americans firmly opposed go blue in an attempt to keep such ideology at bay?4 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
The AM Newsdesk Minutes: Former Sonics coach Bill Russell dies, Voting centers open for primaries
The KIRO Newsradio newsdesk brings you their top stories on the morning of Monday August 1. The PM Newsdesk Minutes: Oil spill, ODESZA, and another Adams injury Seattle among top places for Millennials to move Millennials are moving to Seattle by the tens of thousands. The Seattle Times reports the huge influx of young adults […]4 years ago
Jake Chapman
Runners, parade-goers enjoy festivities despite heat
Just before the 2022 Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade, hundreds of runners participated in the Torchlight 5K and 8K.4 years ago
Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News
Pilot shares moments of plane crash near Alki Beach
The pilot of a small plane that crashed off Alki Beach on Tuesday is sharing what happened, after noticing a mechanical issue with the plane.4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
The key to anti-aging? Good times with good friends says Prof. Kenny
Surrounding yourself with quality friendships and social engagement is a powerful deterrent to aging, Professor Rose Kenny, author of Age Proof, told Dave Ross.4 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Local hardware store offers tips for using portable air conditioners
With the lack of built-in air conditioning in Washington, many people are turning to portable air conditioners. But do you know how to use them efficiently?4 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Heat wave set to break record for longest consecutive stretch of 90+ degree highs
Monday will eventually provide some relief to the heatwave, with a high in the low 80s, before multiple days of low-70s degree weather.4 years ago
