MyNorthwest Staff
South King County mayors demand action from state to end rash of violence
Multiple mayors in South King County are banding together to combat a violent trend after seven people were shot in four days.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
How wealthy strongholds helped deliver Seattle’s 2021 election to moderate candidates
Seattle's moderate candidates prevailed in the 2021 election on the strength of wealthy neighborhoods along its eastern and western coastlines.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Seattle area sets record for wettest fall season with more rain on the way
As wet weather persists across the region, the Seattle area has officially set an all-time record for fall rain between September and November.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Local leaders: Emerging omicron variant ‘does not change our approach to fighting pandemic’
Gov. Inslee, Executive Constantine, and Mayor Durkan issued a joint statement on the local response to the omicron variant early this week.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Seattle-area lot owner says don’t wait to buy your Christmas tree this year
If you get a Christmas tree at a place that sells them year after year, you likely don't need to worry about talk of a supply problem. But you may pay more.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Kshama Sawant recall could see District 3 voters buried in ballots over next two years
The jury's still out on whether Seattle's Kshama Sawant will be recalled. But what happens if District 3 voters do choose to remove her?5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Pierce County school mascot ‘warriors’ slated for replacement over new state law
Clover Park High School will change its school mascot to comply with a new state law prohibiting the use of Native American iconography in public schools.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Still ‘a lot we don’t know’ about omicron variant, says Washington hospital official
A new variant has sparked concern across the globe, but the good news in Washington is that COVID hospitalizations have gone down in the past week.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
From taxes to police reform: Seattle council begins work on 2022 wishlist for state lawmakers
Seattle City Council will begin work this week on an early draft of their priorities for the state's upcoming 2022 legislative session.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Sound Transit investigating incident where passengers on disabled train walked into tunnels
Sound Transit is investigating an incident where a stopped train led to passengers exiting into the tunnels shortly after the Apple Cup last Friday.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
‘It’s not sustainable’: Destructive flooding highlights need for solutions in Whatcom County
River levels are receding, but Whatcom County leaders say there are much-needed changes for the region following historic flooding.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Kent mayor issues statement after several shootings in same area
After several days of gun violence on Kent’s West Hill, the city’s mayor issued a statement Sunday.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Emerald City Comic Con returns Dec. 2-5 after being cancelled in 2020
Emerald City Comic Con didn't happen in 2020 due to the pandemic, but the popular four-day event returns to Seattle on Dec. 2-5.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Forecasters downgrade flood warning for Skagit River
The National Weather Service in Seattle has downgraded the flood peak for the Skagit River.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Person seriously injured in shooting Friday inside Tacoma Mall
A person is in serious conditions after they were shot in the middle of the Tacoma Mall food court on Friday.5 years ago
Dalton Day
A recall Sawant PAC has been released from campaign contribution limit
The Washington State Public Disclosure Commission has released a recall Councilmember Kshama Sawant PAC from its campaign contribution limits.5 years ago
Dalton Day
COVID-era artifact, emergency-produced hand sanitizer, comes to an end for local distillery
Copperworks Distilling Company has been ordered to shut down its manufacturing of hand sanitizer, which provided critical health care supplies.5 years ago
Charlie Harger
‘Bellwether bond’ down over COVID-variant concerns, ‘sending strong signal,’ says local analyst
Analyst Mike Alfstad of Seattle's Alfstad Capital clarifies how the newly identified COVID variant has affected the 10-Year Treasury yield.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
24 things to do in Seattle for the holidays
There's plenty to do in and around the greater Seattle region to help spread holiday cheer through December and into the new year.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Light showers Friday with rain increasing into the weekend
Puget Sound has seen some spotty showers in the area Friday morning, but the rain will be light and will decrease throughout the day.5 years ago
Charlie Harger
Seattle ‘screwed this up,’ bereaved family prepares lawsuit involving delayed police response
The family of Will Yurek is preparing to file a claim against the City of Seattle in a case involving a delayed police response.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Recounts set for Snohomish, King counties after November election
Following the 2021 November general election, a few recounts are needed to settle races in Snohomish County and King County.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Free to visit Washington state recreation lands Friday
No Discover Pass is needed for any visitor parking on DNR and WDFW lands and in day-use areas at state parks on Friday, Nov. 26.5 years ago
