Dalton Day
Downtown Seattle group spends $564,000 on private security, more to come for 3rd Avenue
The Downtown Seattle Association spent half a million dollars on private security in the last fiscal year, with additional support to come for Third Avenue.5 years ago
Hanna Scott
‘Extraordinary rise in gun violence in King County’ in 2021, says county prosecutor
2021 exceeded the four-year average in all shooting and gun violence categories tracked by the King County Prosecutor’s Office.5 years ago
Dalton Day
Gov. Inslee ‘not excited’ about emergency powers reform, thousands voice support
The state Legislature is considering two bills to place checks on Gov. Inslee's use of emergency powers from both sides of the aisle.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
‘High’ frequency in armed robberies at pot shops in Puget Sound region
Pot shops along the I-5 corridor are reporting more than 30 armed robberies in just the last couple of months. These shops are a cash-only business.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
State reopens COVID test portal with more free at-home tests available
The state site for Washington residents to order free COVID-19 at-home tests now has more available. The tests are expected to go quickly.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Chance of light snow in Seattle-area on Tuesday and Wednesday
Seattle-area temperatures are expected to drop this week, and with that will come a chance for light snow on Tuesday and Wednesday.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Clock ticking on bill to keep Washington in standard time year round
A crucial deadline to advance a bill from Sen. Jim Honeyford seeking to keep Washington state in standard time year round is days away.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle rabbi says he was target of anti-Semitic graffiti
Graffiti bearing an anti-Semitic message was spray-painted on a building near the Seattle office for a Jewish community organization.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
UW, Seattle University students return to in-person classes
There is a mix of emotions as local university students return to in-person learning, with COVID cases beginning to subside.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Clark County deputy unintentionally shoots, kills off-duty Vancouver officer
A Clark County Sheriff's deputy unintentionally shot and killed an off-duty Vancouver police officer Saturday night.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Seattle firefighter is remembered for life, dedication to job
Seattle firefighter Matt Runte passed away unexpectedly in December while on a run before his shift. A memorial in his honor was held Saturday.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Gov. Inslee hopeful state could reach turning point in pandemic ‘in relatively near term’
With COVID-19 cases beginning to decline in parts of Washington, Gov. Jay Inslee expressed optimism regarding the state's status.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
2 injured, 13 displaced after fire breaks out at Tacoma apartment building
Two people were injured after a fire broke out at an apartment building in Tacoma early Saturday morning.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
State trooper who told off Gov. Inslee dies after battle with COVID-19
State Trooper Robert LaMay, who famously quit over the COVID vaccine mandate, has died after a battle with the virus, as reported by KIRO Newsradio.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Woman arrested for string of arsons in Tacoma
Tacoma police have arrested a woman suspected in a string of arsons from Tuesday evening to early Wednesday morning.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Point Roberts business owner says despite border opening, revenue barely up
Even with the border open to Canadians again, Point Roberts is struggling due to the omicron surge and a misunderstanding about testing.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Would Inslee bill making it illegal to lie about election fraud survive a court challenge?
Can a bill from Gov. Inslee making it illegal for candidates or elected leaders to lie about election fraud stand up to a court challenge?5 years ago
Nick Bowman
From Seattle to Atlanta: Starbucks union push builds steam across nation
A push among Starbucks workers to unionize has continued to grow across the United States, now spanning 30 cities and even more stores.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington residents can soon pick up free N95 masks
Washington state residents won't have to wait too much longer to pick up free N95 masks. They will be available at some local pharmacies.5 years ago
Dalton Day
Cool ocean waters, abundant nutrients provide rosy outlook for Washington salmon
Scientific markers used to predict the health of marine species such as juvenile salmon were positive in 2021, the second most favorable since 1998.5 years ago
Heather Bosch
Dramatic rise in car thefts blamed on new Washington state law
Car thefts in Washington have reportedly increased by 50% since a new state law limiting police pursuits took effect at the end of July.5 years ago
Dalton Day
Report says Echo Glen center, site of recent escape, is understaffed, underfunded
A 2018 report indicates that employees of Echo Glen insist the detention facility is short staffed, and that its counselors are not sufficiently trained.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Washington weighs significant changes to how (and when) it votes in 2022
A trio of proposals related to how Washington conducts its elections could bring dramatic voting changes to the state by the end of the legislative session.5 years ago
