Kathryn Altena
Seattle invites fourth scooter share company, tests new parking strategies
Seattle launched a scooter share pilot program last fall, and is now inviting a fourth provider. The city is also trying to improve scooter parking.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
SeaTac apartment fire leaves scores homeless
Scores of people are homeless after a fire raced through a SeaTac apartment building, destroying several units and vehicles.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Local researchers: COVID vaccine booster isn’t necessary yet
Pfizer announced plans to file for emergency use authorization for a COVID vaccine booster, but the FDA and CDC say those who are fully vaccinated do not need one at this time.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Camping in the Cascades this summer? Leave the firewood at home
Even if a campfire is allowed at the place where you are planning to camp, you should not bring your firewood across the state.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
WA Republican who supported Trump impeachment faces first serious primary challenge since taking office
If new polling numbers are any indication, Rep. Jaime Herrera Beutler could be facing a significant primary challenge from within her own party.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Fire that destroyed businesses in White Center may have been set intentionally
New information means arson is now a suspected cause of a strip mall fire this week in White Center that impacted at least six businesses.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
CDC says vaccinated teachers, students don’t need masks at school this fall
Vaccinated teachers and students can ditch their masks inside school buildings, according to guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle extends early closure time at Alki Beach through September
Seattle Parks and Recreation announced that Alki Beach will continue to close early through the rest of the summer months.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘Put up or shut up’: Sawant now urging supporters to collect signature to force recall vote
A group leading the fight against a bid to recall Seattle Councilmember Kshama Sawant announced a surprising new strategy on Friday.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Report: Washington’s vaccine lottery led to 24% increase in vaccination rates
With the state's vaccine lottery winding to a close, health officials now have data indicating that it encouraged thousands of people to get vaccinated.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
After more early-season wildfires than ever, state prepares for long summer
The unusually hot start to summer in Washington has led to more early-season wildfires than ever, and the state is trying to plan ahead for more to come.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Decision on whether to fire 2 officers at Capitol during Jan. 6 riot will now fall to SPD chief
SPD Chief Adrian Diaz will soon decide on the status of two officers said to have trespassed on Capitol grounds in D.C. on January 6.5 years ago
Nicole Jennings
City engineers don’t see Miami repeat likely with Seattle’s high rises
Are any of Seattle's high rises at risk of the same type of tragedy that happened in Florida? Structural engineering specialists give their take.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Total of 78 likely heat-related deaths in Washington from recent heat wave
So far, there has been a total of 78 likely heat-related deaths identified in Washington as a result of the extreme heat wave at the end of June.5 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Tacoma-Pierce County Humane Society at ‘maximum capacity,’ needs adopters
If you're looking for a new furry friend, a Tacoma animal shelter is hoping to find homes for dogs, cats, bunnies, guinea pigs and other critters.5 years ago
Hanna Scott
OPA recommends firing 2 SPD cops for illegal activity during Capitol riot, 3 others cleared
After a six-month investigation, the Office of Police Accountability released its findings regarding six SPD officers in Washington, D.C., during Jan. 6's Capitol riot.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Bellevue Police Chief Steve Mylett leaving department for new job in Ohio
The City of Bellevue announced Thursday that Police Chief Steve Mylett will be leaving the department for a new role in Akron, Ohio.5 years ago
Kathryn Altena
King County buys third hotel to house chronically homeless individuals
King County has purchased a third property of supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals as part of the Health through Housing Initiative.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Whistleblowers file claim over fallout from Seattle mayor’s missing texts
A pair of whistleblowers have filed a claim against the City of Seattle, alleging a hostile work environment after reporting the mayor's missing texts.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Man shot, killed in Factoria Mall parking lot in Bellevue
Bellevue police are searching for a gunman after a fatal shooting in the parking lot of the AMC theater at Factoria Mall on Wednesday night.5 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
First simulated cruise ship voyage leaving Seattle will test COVID protocols
Royal Caribbean employees are taking a four-day cruise to test COVID-19 protocols in front of CDC observers.5 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle’s iconic Beth’s Cafe to reopen its doors for first time in months
Seattle's iconic Beth's Café will be reopening its doors this week, after shutting down for months due to capacity limits imposed during the pandemic.5 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Judge upholds Seattle law barring landlords from denying housing due to criminal history
A judge has rejected a challenge to the Seattle's Fair Chance Housing Law, which bars landlords from denying housing due to an applicant's criminal history.5 years ago
