MyNorthwest Staff
King County Council approves plan for ‘Health though Housing’ dollars to 2028
The King County Council passed an implementation plan for the Health through Housing program that will govern expenditures from 2022 to 2028.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle business owners and homeless population grapple over concrete barriers
Local business owners in Seattle attempt to illegally dissuade homeless campers from their property with concrete barriers.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle police arrest 13-year-old after threat against school
Seattle Police Department has detained a 13 year-old in response to a gun violence threat against Whitman Middle School.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle clears Ballard Commons homeless camp, relocates 66 into shelter options
Seattle has officially closed the Ballard Commons. In the process, “at least 66 people” were relocated into low income housing or shelter options.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle plans to finally address over 1,100 buildings at risk of collapse in earthquake
Seattle leaders are looking to address the over 1,100 buildings at risk of collapse in the event of the next major earthquake.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
State lawmaker floats proposal to curb recent rise in catalytic converter thefts
A Washington state lawmaker in Longview has filed legislation designed to stymie a recent rise in catalytic converter thefts.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Officials: Snohomish County teen falsely accused classmate of threatening school shooting
Charges have been referred for a 13-year-old Snohomish County teen for falsely accusing a classmate of threatening a school shooting.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
State auditor: Unemployment office needed stronger checks to prevent employee fraud
In a new report, the state Auditor's Office says a lack of checks at the Employment Security Department allowed a former employee to get away with fraud.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Amber Alert canceled for missing teen in Central Washington
Police in Idaho have issued an Amber Alert for a missing 15-year-old girl who may be in the rural area of Columbia County. On Tuesday, police said the victim and a suspect are believed to be traveling in a stolen Chevy Trailblazer.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Amazon unveils workforce development partnership for Washington high school students
A new partnership with Amazon means more than 2,000 high school students in Washington can earn certain computer-tech certifications.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Extra security at Monroe High School after rumored threat on social media
Reports of a threat on social media prompted added security at Monroe High School on Monday. No immediate danger was discovered.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Election fraud narrative becomes common thread among candidates looking to unseat WA Republicans
Support for claims of election fraud has quickly become a common thread among candidates seeking to unseat state Republican incumbents.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Delta variant remains Washington’s ‘biggest concern’ despite arrival of omicron
With the omicron variant having been detected in Washington, state health leaders remain focused on a more dominant strain of the virus.5 years ago
Hanna Scott
Strong turnout for Sawant recall vote ahead of Tuesday deadline for District 3 ballots
As of Sunday night, 36% of voters in Seattle’s District 3 had turned in their ballots in the recall election of City Councilmember Kshama Sawant.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Vaccine verification to expand to small restaurants, bars in King County
Proof of COVID vaccination will be required at small restaurants and bars in King County starting Monday. It was already required at larger establishments.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
‘Mixed bag’ for snow across Western Washington on Monday
Light snow has been falling in parts of Western Washington on Monday morning, although sightings have varied.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Three cases of omicron variant found in Washington state
The state Department of Health has confirmed there are three cases of the omicron variant of COVID-19 in Washington.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
I-5 in Marysville reopens after police activity
Traffic was backed up for miles on northbound I-5 through Marysville for police activity Saturday morning.5 years ago
Hanna Scott
Elections office fielding complaints from both sides over Sawant recall ballot
Voters in District 3 face a big political decision for Seattle when they choose whether to recall City Councilmember Kshama Sawant on Tuesday.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘Chaotic, disorganized’ redistricting process faces criticism in wake of state court ruling
The state Supreme Court opted to allow late-arriving redistricting maps to move forward on Friday, concluding a process still mired in controversy.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Trial date for Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer set for July 2022
Just as a trial date has been set for Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer, his department is facing challenges in recruiting new officers.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Report confirms uptick in shootings across King County, Seattle
The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office released an updated report on gun violence data after a rash of shootings.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Dave Chappelle coming to Seattle’s Climate Pledge Arena
Comedian Dave Chappelle is coming to Climate Pledge Arena for a show on New Year's Eve.5 years ago
