Kathryn Altena
After record number of April fires, Washington could face challenging fire season
It's only April, but officials are already warning about the increasing fire danger in our state, with the potential for a long wildfire season ahead.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Boeing reports firing of 65 employees over last 10 months for ‘racist, hateful conduct’
Boeing terminated 65 employees over the last 10 months for "racist, discriminatory or otherwise hateful conduct," the company reported Friday.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Inslee says more places, events may require proof of vaccination
Gov. Inslee says to expect to see more places asking for your vaccination card for entry, which could include cruises, sporting events, and performing arts.6 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Signs of another nuclear waste storage tank leaking at Hanford
A nuclear waste storage tank at the Hanford Nuclear Reservation appears to be leaking, but officials say there is no increased health or safety risk.6 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Police search for new suspect in shooting that killed 8-year-old in Federal Way
New developments in the investigation of the shooting death of an 8-year-old girl in Federal Way: Police now say they’re looking for a suspect.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Mayor Durkan: Seattle ‘so close’ to becoming first US city to be fully vaccinated
Seattle continues to push resources into its COVID-19 vaccination efforts, with Mayor Durkan speaking Thursday to provide an update on the city's progress.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle Sounders to begin handing out COVID vaccines to fans at home matches
The Seattle Sounders announced Thursday that the team will now be distributing COVID-19 vaccines to fans at home matches free of charge.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington’s new earthquake warning system is live
If an earthquake hits Washington, the state's new ShakeAlert system will let you know seconds before you even feel the shaking.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Family files federal lawsuit against Seattle over son killed in CHOP last summer
The family of a 19-year-old shot and killed at the CHOP last June has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in federal court against the City of Seattle.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle area leads nation in construction comeback
The Seattle metropolitan area is leading the nation in the construction comeback, having added the most construction jobs of any region in the U.S.6 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Cruises could resume out of Seattle this summer
Cruise ships could return to the Seattle waterfront this summer. The Centers for Disease Control said the industry could resume with a phased approach.6 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Trying to get out of West Seattle? Time to apply for a pass
The Seattle Department of Transportation says you can now apply for access to the Spokane Street Swing Bridge or the low bridge in and out of West Seattle.6 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Man arrested for threatening to kill Seattle mayor
A man was arrested for harassment on Tuesday for threatening to kill Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan. He was booked for investigation of telephone harassment.6 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Man stabbed in neck at Lakewood apartment complex
A man was stabbed in the neck at an apartment complex in Lakewood. Police say the suspect is outstanding.6 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Murder charges filed against Bothell stabbing suspect who claimed he was ‘attacked by anti-masker’
Ian Patrick Williams was charged with second-degree murder and held on a $2 million bail for stabbing a man outside a Bothell apartment complex, according to court documents.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Road to herd immunity could be a challenge for Washington
Health experts say the vaccine is the quickest way out of the pandemic, but the path to herd immunity for Washington may not be easy.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Health officials ‘have not had discussions’ about rolling whole state back to Phase 2
With case rates and hospitalizations continuing to rise in several regions, why hasn't Washington considered a larger statewide rollback to Phase 2?6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Kshama Sawant recall campaign to begin collecting signatures
The campaign seeking to recall Seattle Councilmember Kshama Sawant is now beginning to collect signatures, but won't be doing so in person.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
2020 gun violence spike in King County has continued, warns prosecutor
King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg says 2020 saw a spike in gun violence, a trend that worries is continuing so far this year.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Washington’s newly-passed capital gains tax faces first legal challenge
Washington's newly-passed capital gains tax is facing a lawsuit just three days after it was approved by state lawmakers in Olympia.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Pierce County Council to pause investigation into Sheriff Ed Troyer
The Pierce County Council will be pausing its investigation into Sheriff Ed Troyer, following the announcement of a separate inquiry from the state AG.6 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
WSU latest to require on-campus students to be vaccinated for COVID-19
Washington State University (WSU) has added themselves to a growing list of schools requiring students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle axe-throwing venue gets approval to begin serving alcohol
Capitol Hill axe-throwing venue Blade & Timber announced this week that it now has approval to begin serving alcohol beginning on April 30.6 years ago
