Hanna Scott
Tacoma ER doctor says lucrative contracts not enough to lure hospital staff
As COVID cases and hospitalizations soar, Dr. Nathan Schlicher says the state has ventilators and PPE right now, but the challenge is people.5 years ago
Dalton Day
Beth’s Cafe in Seattle says farewell, closes citing pandemic shutdown
The iconic Seattle greasy spoon diner Beth's Cafe closes Sept. 6 after facing challenges from the COVID pandemic and related shutdowns.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Indoor diners must show proof of vaccination in Jefferson, Clallam counties
In Jefferson and Clallam counties, proof of vaccination is required for patrons of an indoor restaurant or bar under a new public health order.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Highline Schools’ all-new Maritime High School opens in Des Moines
A first-of-its-kind high school for the Highline School District aims to give kids a hands-on education that will help prepare them for maritime careers.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Common link among children who’ve died of COVID-19 in Washington state
Health officials in Washington say there's a common link among the 11 children who have died of COVID-19 in the state.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Dick’s Drive-In fined $35K for severe health and safety violations
Dick’s Drive-In was fined $35,100 by the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries for various health and safety violations.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Masks will be required at large, outdoor events in King County
King County Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin is issuing a local order to require face masks at any outdoor event with 500 or more people in attendance.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Visit Vashon Island or West Seattle on King County’s water taxi
The water taxi run by King County Metro offers two routes from downtown Seattle with daily sailing to West Seattle and on weekdays to Vashon Island.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Trains without passengers start running on Northgate Link segment
Empty light rail trains will start running on the new track from the University of Washington to Northgate every eight minutes during peak hours.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Two Washington Senators call for insurance commissioner’s resignation
Two state Senators demand Insurance Commissioner Mike Kreidler resign after he posted a statement calling the Texas abortion law a "Taliban-like move."5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Seattle school bus delays expected this week as system ramps back up
Safety over speed is one of the reasons many dozens of Seattle school bus routes are expected to run behind schedule for at least the next few days.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Fire destroys warehouse at South Park Marina in Seattle
Crews from four fire departments fought a two-alarm warehouse fire in Seattle’s South Park neighborhood early Thursday.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Need to know: The busiest Labor Day travel times
If you have plans to get out of town over Labor Day Weekend, your best bet is to get on the road early or wait until after dinner.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Nine Washington tribes get federal approval to set up sports betting
The federal Bureau of Indian Affairs has approved sports betting for nine tribes in Washington state.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Seattle, Tacoma ports expect pandemic shortages to worsen into fall
The pandemic troubles that have led to toilet paper shortages and higher prices are getting worse at the ports of Seattle and Tacoma.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington Poison Center warns ivermectin should not be used to treat COVID
The Washington Poison Center says at least 10 people in the state have been treated for problems related to using ivermectin to treat or prevent COVID.5 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Record number of burned bears this summer at PAWS Wildlife Center
PAWS Wildlife Center in Lynnwood is treating more black bears burned by Washington wildfires than the staff has ever seen in a single summer.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Hanford orders new COVID-19 vaccination requirements
A COVID vaccination policy at the Hanford nuclear reservation allows for weekly tests, if workers do not provide proof of vaccination.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Thousands of Seattle students return to school for second COVID year
It's the first day of school for thousands of Seattle students on Wednesday, most of which will arrive on campus in person.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Seattle area groups asking for volunteers to help arriving Afghan refugees
Local groups are looking for volunteers to help more than 100 Afghan refugees arriving in the Puget Sound. Learn how you can contribute.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Seattle Children’s reports first patient death from COVID
Seattle Children's has confirmed one of its patients died from COVID. Eleven children now have died of COVID in Washington since the pandemic began.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Masks required indoors and outdoors at Washington State Fair
Masks are now required outside and inside at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, regardless of vaccination status. The fair opens Friday.5 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Woman shot in Seattle’s Green Lake neighborhood
A woman was robbed and shot on a street in Seattle's Green Lake neighborhood on Tuesday.5 years ago
