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King County Kathy Lambert, campaign mailer...
MyNorthwest Staff

King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert concedes to challenger Sarah Perry

King County Councilmember Kathy Lambert conceded to challenger Sarah Perry in the race for the 3rd District seat on Sunday. 
5 years ago
Astroworld...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Western Washington University student identified as victim in Astroworld Festival tragedy

Among those killed in a crowd surge at Astroworld, a Houston music festival, is Axel Acosta, a student at Western Washington University.
5 years ago
Jayapal, infrastructure...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

State Rep. Jayapal: ‘So much’ in infrastructure bill will benefit Washington

The infrastructure bill passed late Friday by the House includes funds to repair roads, bridges, and investments in public transportation and airports.
5 years ago
fire Auburn...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Fire at Auburn apartment complex displaces dozens

Dozens of people have been displaced after a 3-alarm fire ripped through an apartment building late Sunday night in Auburn.
5 years ago
rain, western washington, seattle...
MyNorthwest Staff

Expert’s advice on fighting off seasonal depression from rainy Seattle weather

As weather in the Puget Sound region keeps conditions dark and rainy, one expert at UW Medicine has some advice to help fight off the gloom. 
5 years ago
King County Metro, ORCA card...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle middle school students now eligible for free ORCA card

Middle school students in Seattle can now get a free, unlimited ORCA card for rides on King County Metro and other local transit options. 
5 years ago
mountain pass...
MyNorthwest.com

Washington mountain pass webcams

Get a quick overview of the weather conditions at the mountain passes in Washington state.
5 years ago
WSU coach...
Associated Press

Inslee: WSU coach ‘just wrong’ in claims about vaccine order

Washington Gov. Jay Inslee is disputing Nick Rolovich's statements that the Democrat targeted the former Washington State University football coach with his statewide COVID-19 vaccine mandate for all public employees.
5 years ago
Sea-Tac Airport, North terminal...
MyNorthwest Staff

Sea-Tac Airport finishes remodel of North terminal

Sea-Tac Airport has renovated its North terminal, expanding to 20 gates, adding 255,000 in square footage, and tripling dining and retail space.
5 years ago
Kraken restaurant, 32 bar & grill...
MyNorthwest Staff

32 Bar & Grill at Kraken Community Iceplex opens Saturday

At the Kraken Community Iceplex at Northgate, the new 32 Bar & Grill is set to open Saturday, Nov. 6. 
5 years ago
Data breaches...
Nick Bowman

New report warns of record number of data breaches in Washington over last year

A new report indicates that Washington has been subject to a record number of data breaches and ransomware attacks over the last year. 
5 years ago
daylight saving...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Sen. Murray urges country to move to permanent Daylight Saving Time

You'll need to turn back the clock again as Daylight Saving Time ends Sunday. But maybe it will be the last time to fall back, if Sen. Murray gets her say.
5 years ago
sfd deputy chief...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Still no sign of missing Seattle Fire deputy chief in Eastern Washington

The search for missing Seattle Fire Department Seattle Fire Department Deputy Chief Jay Schreckengost has ended for Sunday night with still no sign of him.
5 years ago
Point Roberts, border...
Heather Bosch

After 15 months of ‘bureaucratic malaise,’ Point Roberts residents get relief as border reopens

Starting next Monday, residents of Point Roberts will get long-awaited relief, when the US/Canada border reopens to nonessential travel.
5 years ago
NW Carpenters Union...
Nicole Jennings

NW Carpenters Union office under investigation for alleged ‘voter fraud, mismanagement’

Leadership has changed and an investigation into possible mismanagement and voter fraud is underway at the Northwest Carpenters Union.
5 years ago
Tim Eyman lawsuit...
Nick Bowman

On the hook for millions, Tim Eyman defaults on payments to state stemming from lawsuit

After being ordered by a $2.6 million fine for violating campaign finance laws, anti-tax activist Tim Eyman has missed his last two monthly payments. 
5 years ago
Flu strain, UW Medicine...
Nicole Jennings

UW Medicine director: Flu strain ‘could be going extinct’ thanks to pandemic precautions

Could the precautions taken around the world against COVID have caused one common flu strain to go extinct? A UW doctor discusses the possibility.
5 years ago
Seattle November rain...
Nick Bowman

Puget Sound region primed for ‘very stormy November’ as rainy weather arrives in force

November in the Puget Sound region is already off to a rainy start, and that's not likely to change anytime soon according to forecasters.
5 years ago
CHOP murder arrest...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Durkan, Sawant and Seattle sued for death in CHOP zone

A lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Horace Anderson and the estate of his deceased son, Lorenzo Anderson, a 19-year-old who was shot near the Capitol Hill Occupied Protest zone.
5 years ago
Chief Best, SPD, police...
Nick Bowman

Report: Former SPD Chief Carmen Best in running for NYPD commissioner job

A new report indicates that former SPD Chief Carmen Best could be in the running for a new role as New York's police commissioner.
5 years ago
vaccine verification, endemic...
Kathryn Altena

Health officer clarifies: King County vaccine verification policy ‘required, not voluntary’

King County is just about 10 days into its COVID-19 vaccine verification policy, which the county's health officer clarified is required.
5 years ago
vaccine kids...
MyNorthwest Staff

Vaccine appointments for kids in Washington may be ‘hard to find’ at first, should open up

While a COVID-19 vaccine has been authorized for kids aged 5-11, there may not be appointments available immediately for this age group in Washington.
5 years ago
West Seattle low bridge...
MyNorthwest Staff

West Seattle low bridge fully operational after mechanical issue

The Spokane Street Swing Bridge, or West Seattle low bridge, is fully operational after having to close to traffic briefly Wednesday. 
5 years ago
Sawant winter recall...
Nick Bowman

As November election tallies continue, Sawant recall decision looms for District 3 voters

Votes are still being counted for the November general election, but Seattle residents in District 3 will soon have another ballot in their mailboxes.
5 years ago