KIRO 7 News Staff
Amtrak service resumes on Point Defiance bypass nearly 4 years after deadly derailment
Amtrak passengers are now able to travel over the Point Defiance bypass for the first time since a deadly 2017 train derailment.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Richland florist that refused to serve to gay couples agrees to settlement, set to retire
A Richland flower shop owner who refused service to a gay couple in 2013 has conceded her legal battle, agreeing to a settlement and dropping her case.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle School Board calls on state to implement COVID vaccine mandate for students
The Seattle School Board approved a resolution this week, calling on the state to implement a COVID-19 vaccine mandate for students.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Washington will be ‘aggressive’ in efforts to get federal relief after flood
Governor Inslee says he is working to secure federal relief for homes and businesses impacted by this week's flood in northern Washington.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
State Rep. says WA Cares tax needs some ‘common sense, immediate fixes’
Supporters of the WA Cares long-term care initiative spoke Wednesday to explain where the law stands after a class action lawsuit was filed against it.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘Not a simple answer’ for when Washington will end mask, vaccine mandates
When will Washington finally lift its mask and state worker vaccine mandates? The path forward remains unclear, with several factors at play.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Body of man swept away in floods found in Everson
The family of a Whatcom County man confirmed on Wednesday that Jose Garcia died during Monday's flooding around Everson.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
How a napkin can be counted as a vote in Washington, and why election officials say it’s secure
Can you vote on a napkin in Washington state? The answer is yes, but state and county election officials say the process is still valid and secure.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Names of Seattle officers in DC during Capitol riot to remain anonymous — for now
The identities of the six Seattle police officers in Washington, D.C., during the Jan. 6 Capitol riot will remain anonymous -- at least for now.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Cleanup begins in Whatcom County as water slowly recedes
Even with rivers still flowing well over their banks, parts of Western Washington are able to start the cleanup process.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Cement truck crash, fuel spill blocking traffic in Maple Valley
A semi-truck tipped over along the Maple Valley Highway at 140th Street on Wednesday, spilling nearly 50 gallons of fuel onto the road.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
State commission publishes new redistricting maps nearly 24 hours past deadline
In an unexpected twist, the group tasked with Washington's redistricting process has agreed to new legislative maps, nearly 24 hours past the deadline.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Inslee selects Office of Independent Investigations advisory board members
Governor Inslee announced his selections this week for the 11 members that will serve on the Office of Independent Investigations advisory board.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Police: Man who went for officer’s gun fatally shot by police in North Bend
A 33-year-old man was shot and killed by a police officer in a public park in North Bend.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Historic lunar eclipse to appear in Seattle night skies Thursday
A blood moon partial lunar eclipse will be visible from Seattle to Spokane, set to appear in Washington's night skies on Thursday, Nov. 18.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Whatcom County resident recounts having to leave home by boat amid devastating flood
Whatcom County resident Lori Gardner recounts her experience with Monday's flooding, which displaced hundreds of people early this week.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle Mayor-elect Bruce Harrell unveils transition team led by former Obama cabinet secretary
Seattle Mayor-elect Bruce Harrell announced his transition team, led by former Obama administration Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington casino sports book expected to reap millions over next five years
With Washington tribes having cleared the requisite legal hurdles, experts predict its sports book could become a $94 million industry in five years.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Flooding hits 75% of Sumas homes as responders stage rescues with boats, tractors
As rescue efforts have wrapped up in Sumas, Washington, the town's Mayor Kyle Christensen says that the real work has just begun.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
‘Never seen anything like it,’ says trooper after semi-truck folds car in half in collision
A stunning collision saw a semi-truck fold a car in half along I-5 over the Skagit River on Tuesday, with no serious injuries reported.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Inslee: ‘No plans currently’ to lift Washington’s mask mandate
With COVID case rates in Washington remaining at concerning levels, there are still no plans to lift the state's indoor mask mandate.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘This is a complete joke’: Redistricting group fails to approve new map amid outcry over process
With the clock having expired on the deadline to finalize a new redistricting map for Washington, state commissioners have failed to come to an accord.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Water receding, but flood warnings remain for North Sound
A stormy Monday in Western Washington led to thousands of power outages, road closures, downed trees, mudslides, and severe flooding.5 years ago
