Nick Bowman
Gov. Inslee issues travel advisory for Washington amid sharp rise in COVID cases
Gov. Inslee announced Friday that he is enacting a travel advisory for Washington, advising a 14-day quarantine for travelers moving through the state.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Washington Supreme Court sets timeline for Sawant appeal of recall petition
The Washington Supreme Court has now set the schedule for an appeal to decide whether a petition to recall Kshama Sawant can move forward.6 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Snow piles up in the mountains as driving conditions worsen along I-90
Heavy snow and near-whiteout conditions continue to pile up in the mountains, making travel over the passes difficult for the next few days.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Hotel industry impacted as Americans opt not to travel for the holidays
A national survey commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association shows 72% of Americans are unlikely to travel for Thanksgiving this year.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Inslee pleads with Washingtonians to avoid gathering for Thanksgiving, holidays
Gov. Jay Inslee and his wife Trudi asked Washingtonians to refrain from gathering with people outside their households for Thanksgiving and the December holidays as COVID-19 cases continue to climb.6 years ago
Laura Scott
Despite hopeful vaccine news, Thanksgiving warnings remain dire
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and Aaron Granillo cover the encouraging early results of the Pfizer vaccine trial, and why you shouldn't make holiday plans6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
King County investigating possible measles exposure at SeaTac Airport
King County public health officials are investigating a confirmed measles case in a local resident, with possible exposure to the public at Sea-Tac Airport.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Rumors continue to swirl over Jay Inslee being asked to join Biden administration
Speculation has continued to mount over whether newly-reelected Washington Governor Jay Inslee might be offered a job in the Biden White House.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Tim Eyman promotes new ballot initiatives to stop income tax, carbon tax
Tim Eyman announced Wednesday that he is helping to promote two ballot initiatives to stop a state income tax and a carbon tax in Washington.6 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Manuel Ellis’ family launches anti-discrimination initiative in his honor
The family of Manuel Ellis, who died in Tacoma police custody, launched an anti-discrimination ballot initiative effort in his honor Wednesday.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Two dead in small plane crash on Whidbey Island
Two people have died in a small plane crash on Whidbey Island that happened around noon Wednesday.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Updated CDC guidance shows masks protect the wearer and others
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated guidance recommending "community use of masks," and adds that masks protect the wearer and others.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Auburn ER doctor: South King County hospitals ‘already near 100% capacity’ as COVID cases rise
As COVID cases continue to rise, local hospitals are already feeling the strain, according to Auburn Emergency Room doctor Stephen Anderson.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle council, mayor ‘turn corner,’ find common ground on SPD budget cuts
After a heated summer, Seattle councilmembers and Mayor Jenny Durkan appear to have reached a compromise on cuts to SPD's 2021 budget.6 years ago
Kathryn Altena
UW doctor shares advice for holiday travel during the COVID pandemic
The holiday season is fast approaching but the COVID-19 pandemic shows no signs of slowing, so many people are wondering if they should travel or stay home.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Asian giant hornet nest caught ‘in the nick of time,’ says WA Dept of Agriculture
Washington State Department of Agriculture scientists say they got to the Asian giant hornet nest in Blaine just in time to prevent further spread of the invasive creatures.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Matt Larkin won’t be attorney general, but still wants to make a difference
Matt Larkin may have lost the state attorney general race, but he says he still plans to continue working toward a safer, more business-friendly Washington.6 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Forecast for powerful weekend windstorm fades, but power outages still a concern
Forecasters are paying close attention to weather models as a storm system moves south from Canada, just in time for the weekend.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Health officials issue dire warning to change behaviors as COVID cases increase
Accelerated COVID-19 transmission is occurring across Washington, and health officials say "time is running out to reverse course and flatten the curve."6 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Pierce County deputy dies after medical emergency
A Pierce County Deputy was found unresponsive outside his patrol car in Spanaway on Tuesday morning.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
Suspect in 1972 Snohomish County murder found dead hours before guilty verdict
Just hours before a Snohomish County jury delivered a guilty verdict for the 1972 murder of Jody Loomis, defendant Terrence Miller was found dead in his home.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Two King County deputies shot in Woodinville, investigation ongoing
Two King County Sheriff's deputies were involved in a shooting in Woodinville on Monday afternoon that left the suspect dead and two deputies injured.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
‘Don’t pop the champagne’ for Pfizer’s COVID vaccine yet, warns virologist
Columbia University virologist Dr. Angela Rasmussen, weekly guest of the Gee & Ursula Show, offers some context about the announcement from Pfizer.6 years ago
