Hanna Scott
Heated exchange over COVID rules between state lawmaker, security leads to conduct probe
An investigation is underway into whether Republican state Rep. Robert Sutherland violated the Legislature’s code of conduct over the weekend.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
As state springs forward, Congress pushes for analysis on Daylight Saving Time
A U.S. House subcommittee held a hearing Wednesday to discuss whether the country should continue with Daylight Saving Time.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
How to donate to Washington organizations providing aid to Ukraine
As Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues, several organizations across Washington state have stepped up to send assistance.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
State lawmakers pass expanded charity health care bill
Legislature passes an expanded charity care bill making approximately half of Washingtonians eligible for free or discounted health care.5 years ago
Dalton Day
Washington schools to begin lifting mask requirements March 12 despite union pushback
The state Department of Health confirms that schools will lift mask requirements on March 12. But some educators are disappointed by the timeline.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Everett police warn of uptick in gas theft amid rising prices
Rapidly increasing gas prices are prompting some thieves in the Puget Sound region to use a new tactic to steal fuel from vehicles.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington state parks are free Wednesday in celebration of Billy Frank Jr.
State parks across Washington are free Wednesday, in celebration of the birthday of Native American activist Billy Frank Jr.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
City workers clear homeless camp outside Seattle City Hall
The removal of a homeless camp outside Seattle City Hall is underway on Wednesday morning, with just two hours notice posted beforehand.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Free Seattle-area outdoor cafe street use permits extended through January 2023
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell signed legislation that extends free street use permits through this year, allowing for outdoor dining and retail.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Fentanyl use in Washington continues rise to ‘stunning’ levels, warns UW survey
A recent survey from researchers at the University of Washington found that fentanyl use has skyrocketed to "stunning" levels across the state.5 years ago
Dalton Day
King County prosecutor: Ramping up convictions isn’t ‘panacea’ for public safety crisis
Prosecutions under Mayor Harrell's new tough-on-crime initiative have returned some repeat offenders back onto the streets, and the KCPO explains why.5 years ago
Hanna Scott
Dem leaders surprised by sudden resignation of Washington redistricting commission chair
Sarah Augustine, chair of the Washington State Redistricting Commission, resigns over a lawsuit alleging districts as drawn racially discriminate.5 years ago
Micki Gamez
Lyft, Uber drivers feeling the strain from rising gas prices
Uber and Lyft drivers are voicing concerns this week over rising gas prices across the country cutting into their profits.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bill to create statewide alert system for missing Indigenous people unanimously passes
As soon as the governor signs off on it, Washington will set up an Amber alert-like system for missing Indigenous people.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Islamic youth community center in Burien damaged in hit and run
A gathering place for Muslim youth in Burien was rammed by a car Monday. Officials are calling it a hit-and-run incident. No one was hurt.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
All lanes of southbound I-5 reopen in Lakewood after sign falls on freeway
All southbound lanes on I-5 are closed Tuesday morning in Lakewood after a collision near Gravelly Lake Drive where the freeway sign fell on the road.5 years ago
Dalton Day
Organized labor burgeons in Legislature with collective bargaining success for legislative staff
Following a legislative-staff sickout over working condition demands, the state moves forward on an extension of collective bargaining to Legislative aids.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘No relief in sight’ for hyper-competitive Puget Sound housing market
Rising prices and ultra-competitive bidding wars among buyers have quickly become the new normal for the Puget Sound housing market.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Proposal requiring employers to include salary ranges in job postings nears passage
State lawmakers are in the final stages of approving a bill that would require employers to include an estimated salary in all job postings.5 years ago
Dalton Day
Richard Sherman pleads guilty to three misdemeanor charges
Richard Sherman pleaded guilty Monday in King County District Court to three misdemeanor charges.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
State lawmakers approve changes to how voter initiatives appear on ballots
A bill looking to change how ballot initiatives are presented to voters was approved by the state Legislature early last week.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gas prices soar to record levels across Washington state
In the last week, Washington gas prices have climbed to record highs, driven in large part by Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Tacoma offering grants for small businesses to replace broken windows
The City of Tacoma is launching a program to help small businesses replace broken windows, using funding from the American Rescue Plan Act.5 years ago
