MyNorthwest Staff
State troopers stop woman attempting to drive golf cart onto freeway
State troopers apprehended a woman attempting to drive a golf cart into oncoming traffic on SR 167 over the weekend.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Gov. Inslee asks federal government to step in, help state with hospital capacity crisis
Gov. Jay Inslee has sent a letter petitioning the federal government to provide aid for Washington hospitals dealing with surges in COVID patients.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle leaders announce new funding for permanent supportive housing
A big announcement is expected Monday from Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan that aims to help people experiencing homelessness get and keep housing.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
One killed, two injured in shooting at Kent gas station
One man was killed and two others were injured in a shooting at a Kent gas station early Sunday, police said. The investigation is ongoing.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Northshore School District to test K-12 students weekly for COVID
Starting Monday, students in grades K-12 in the Northshore School District will start getting tested weekly for COVID-19.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Family sues over police death of Manuel Ellis in Tacoma
The family of Manuel Ellis, a Black man who died while being restrained by Tacoma police officers who have since been charged criminally, has filed a federal lawsuit over his death.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Idaho crisis impacts Washington hospitals’ ability to care for patients
As Idaho goes into crisis standards of care, Washington hospitals are feeling the burden. Transfers are putting further strain on the fragile system.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
WSDA runs into challenges with third Asian giant hornet nest
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is currently in the middle of eradicating its third Asian giant hornet nest for the year.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Everything you need to know about King County’s new vaccine requirements
King County officials have announced new vaccine requirements for select indoor businesses and outdoor events. But what exactly will that entail?5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
COVID outbreak temporarily closes two Pacific Northwest schools
Two Portland area schools, Reynolds High and John Wetten Elementary, have closed due to COVID outbreaks.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Man arrested after accidentally leaving bag with 15,000 fentanyl pills behind at Seattle hotel
The Seattle Police Department recovered a duffel bag left behind at a downtown hotel containing 15,000 fentanyl pills on Thursday.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Collisions begin to pile up as wet weather arrives in Puget Sound region
With up to two inches of rainfall moving into the Puget Sound region this weekend, vehicle collisions are already beginning to pile up Friday.5 years ago
Hanna Scott
State GOP senators sound alarm on ongoing effort to cut prison population
Senate Republicans released a report this week criticizing the effort by Democratic lawmakers to empty prison cells, creating new public safety risks.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Troopers look for two suspected of stealing cars in South King County on test drives
A man and a woman are accused of stealing cars from dealerships during test drives in South King County, according to Washington State Patrol.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
New King County vaccine requirement a ‘sensible step,’ say health officials
King County health officials and businesses explain how soon-to-be-enacted vaccine requirements could save lives as we enter the fall and winter months.5 years ago
Hanna Scott
King County to enact new vaccination requirements for restaurants, bars, outdoor events
Starting in late October, residents of King County will be required to show proof of vaccination or a negative test for many indoor businesses.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Olympia police prepare for possible weekend protests downtown
Olympia's police chief says the department is ready for members of the Proud Boys who say they're planning to come back downtown this Saturday.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle-area carpenters hit the picket lines Thursday, demand higher wages
Thousands of local carpenters hit the picket lines Thursday after the Northwest Carpenters Union voted to strike.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
How would crisis standards of care be enacted in Washington — and at what point?
At what point would Washington enact crisis standards of care -- and how would the designation happen? Health leaders explain the process.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
King County could take control of troubled City Hall Park
King County could take control of the troubled City Hall Park in Seattle, which is currently owned by the city.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Molly Moon CEO meets with Biden to discuss new vaccine requirements
Molly Moon CEO Molly Neitzel joined a group of executives Wednesday to discuss President Biden's recently announced employer vaccine mandates.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington AG joins coalition in lawsuit against ‘wrong, unlawful’ Texas abortion ban
Washington AG Bob Ferguson has joined onto an amicus brief in support of a lawsuit against a recently-enacted Texas abortion ban.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Season’s first mountain snow this weekend heralds the onset of fall
The National Weather Service is expecting one-half to two inches of snow this weekend above 6,000 feet.5 years ago
