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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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 objectives5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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 28.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
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.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Boeing’s starliner capsule returns after 6-day flight to international space station
Boeing spent an estimated $600 million, as the successful unmanned mission paves the way to sending crews onboard future flights.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Northwest Folklife Festival returns in-person, other fun Memorial Day Weekend events
The festival is once again offering an in-person experience after switching to virtual events the last two years during the pandemic.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Former Borracchini’s Bakery building catches fire in Rainier Valley
Seattle Firefighters worked to battle a 2-alarm fire Friday at the former Borrachini's Bakery near Rainier Ave S and S Walker St.5 years ago
