Nick Bowman
Attempt to fast-track bill leads to heated back-and-forth between Seattle councilmembers
An attempt from Councilmember Kshama Sawant to fast-track a bill to require contractors to pay parking costs led to a contentious back-and-forth.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Climate Pledge Arena set for grand opening, Seattle Kraken debut
Climate Pledge Arena will open its doors for the first time under its new name this week, with a pair of concerts and the Seattle Kraken's home debut.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Police watchdog to investigate photos of SPD vehicles adorned with Gadsden flags
The Office of Police Accountability is opening an investigation into photos circulated on social media of SPD vehicles adorned with Gadsden flags.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Washington State Patrol terminates 127 employees over vaccine mandate
Washington State Patrol has terminated 127 employees in the wake of the newly-implemented COVID-19 vaccine mandate that took effect on Monday.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
More staff in hospitals reporting vaccination, but some losses still likely
Reports of vaccination are growing among staff of the state's hospitals, but there will likely still be cuts to services caused by staffing shortages.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Seattle school district reports 99% COVID vaccine compliance
Seattle's school district says the "overwhelming majority" of its staff has shown proof that they have been vaccinated against COVID-19.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle minimum wage will increase on Jan. 1
Minimum wage in Seattle, and across Washington state, will increase on Jan. 1, 2022. Large companies will pay their employees $17.27/hour.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Seattle store owner arrested for trafficking stolen Star Wars LEGOs
A store owner in downtown Seattle was arrested on Friday for trafficking stolen Star Wars LEGOs, among other items.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle fire chief reports high compliance with vaccine mandate, consistent response times
Mayor Durkan, Fire Chief Scoggins allayed concerns over emergency service response times, report high compliance with vaccine mandate5 years ago
Nick Bowman
King County vaccine requirement for indoor businesses takes effect Oct. 25
A King County COVID vaccine requirement for restaurants, bars, music venues, and more is set to take effect on Monday, Oct. 25.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Judge denies latest attempt to halt Washington state worker vaccine mandate
A Thurston County Superior Court judge denied a request on Monday to halt Washington's state employee vaccine mandate as it takes effect.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Olympia police respond to bomb threat Monday morning
Olympia police officers are responding to a bomb threat Monday morning.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Mayoral candidates debate, share vision for future of SPD
A Sunday debate hosted by the Washington State ACLU focused on public safety, with the main topic centered around the future of SPD.5 years ago
Associated Press
Clark County deputies shoot, kill suspect after pursuit
Authorities say police shot and killed an assault suspect after a pursuit near Vancouver in southwest Washington.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
UW doctor: When to use a PCR versus rapid antigen test for COVID-19
Dr. Geoff Baird with UW Medicine has a simple formula for weighing the two main COVID test types: PCR (polymerase chain reaction) and rapid antigen.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Naval Station Everett welcomes USS John S. McCain
The USS John S. McCain is now docked at its new homeport, Naval Station Everett.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
What to know now that Oct. 18 deadline for vaccine mandate has arrived
The deadline for state workers, including educators, and healthcare workers to show their employers proof that they're vaccinated against COVID-19 is Monday, Oct. 18.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Police: Two in custody after hit-and-run suspect rams patrol car; officer fires shots
Two people were taken into custody after a driver suspected of a hit-and-run rammed an officer’s patrol vehicle, resulting in the officer firing shots at the car Saturday night in Medina.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Last of Seattle Public Library branch closures from pandemic comes to an end
Seattle has reopened its NewHolly library branch, meaning that for the first time since the start of the pandemic, all 27 of the city's branches are now up and running.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
2 people shot in Seattle; suspect surrenders to police after SWAT negotiation
A suspect surrendered to police Saturday afternoon after two people were shot in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District, the Seattle Police Department said.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
New rules for visitors to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle
Starting Tuesday, visitors to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle must show proof of vaccination against COVID-19 or proof of a negative test within three days of visiting.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Seattle police patrolling lower West Seattle Bridge after reports of covered plates
Seattle police say they are conducting enforcement at the lower West Seattle Bridge after it was discovered that drivers have been obscured their license plates to avoid traffic cameras.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Seattle Police Chief asks officers to submit vaccine paperwork
As the Oct. 18 deadline to prove COVID-19 vaccination or risk losing a job looms, Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz sent a heartfelt memo to officers letting them know he doesn't want to lose them.5 years ago
