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Coronavirus, Dow Constantine...
Hanna Scott

King County sheriff, executive to meet on proposed cuts to sheriff’s department

King County Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht is expected to talk with Executive Dow Constantine following his proposal to shift money for law enforcement into community-based racial justice programs.
6 years ago
Laura Scott

When will a COVID vaccine really be available?

As skepticism about a COVID vaccine rises nationwide, KIRO Radio's Dave Ross calls UW's Dr. Keith Jerome to ask him the question on everyone's mind.
6 years ago
consent decree, police, bicycle...
Nick Bowman

Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County calls for investigation into SPD conduct at protests

Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County called for a new investigation Thursday into the conduct of SPD officers during recent protests.
6 years ago
Dump truck chase...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Police: Driver in stolen dump truck leads troopers on chase into Everett

A man is in custody after police said he stole a dump truck and led troopers on a chase late Thursday morning.
6 years ago
cows, hay...
Nicole Jennings

Okanogan County volunteers collecting hay for animals going hungry after fires

Grazing animals in Okanogan County have lost their food supply in the recent wildfires -- so volunteers are teaming up to bring hay to them.
6 years ago
AG Barr, Mayor Jenny Durkan...
Nick Bowman

Report: AG Barr ‘exploring’ criminal charges for Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan over CHOP

A new report claims Attorney General William Barr might be looking into criminal charges against Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan. 
6 years ago
King County Metro...
Chris Sullivan

King County Metro on track to restore fares in October

King County Metro is preparing to start charging fares again, with new service changes going into effect over the weekend.
6 years ago
Josh Powell and Chuck Cox push Charlie and Braden on swings as Judy Cox looks on, Feb. 27, 2010, in...

‘Cold’: Newly released wiretap conversations depict Powell family on the brink

Josh Powell loaded up his sons, Charlie and Braden, into his minivan late at night and headed off for a campout.
6 years ago
uw, campus, tuition, SAT ACT...
MyNorthwest Staff

UW grad student seeks repayment for tuition, fees paid during COVID closure

A lawsuit filed Wednesday demands repayment of tuition and fees collected by the UW after closing the campus and moving online due to COVID-19.
6 years ago
scooters...
KIRO 7 News Staff

E-scooters roll out in Seattle as part of one-year pilot program

Electric scooters hit the streets of Seattle on Wednesday as part of a one-year scooter share program approved by the Seattle City Council.
6 years ago
Puget Sound air quality, smoke Seattle...
Nick Bowman

Air quality warning for Western Washington in effect through Saturday

An air quality warning for Western Washington has now been extended through 10 a.m. Saturday.
6 years ago
Inslee, fires, Malden, climate change, apples...
Stephanie Klein

Senator urges stiff penalties for Gov. Inslee after apple maggot mistake

Gov. Inslee brought with him some honeycrisp apples grown at the Governor's Mansion in Olympia to give to people in Omak, Malden, and Bridgeport during a tour last week to survey the fires.
6 years ago
crime, shooting, offender...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Seattle police investigating homicide, second death at Cal Anderson Park

Seattle police are investigating a homicide and second subsequent death at Cal Anderson Park Wednesday night.
6 years ago
recall sawant, Sawant recall...
MyNorthwest Staff

Judge approves Sawant recall effort for signature phase

A King County judge has approved the recall efforts against Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant to move to the signature gathering phase.
6 years ago
Orca calf...
Nicole Jennings

‘Cautious optimism’ for new orca calf as whales appear to be eating more

It's been nearly two weeks since the new orca calf was born -- and experts are "cautiously optimistic" about changes in the whales' health this summer.
6 years ago
Boeing, layoffs...
Chris Sullivan

Report from Congressional panel slams Boeing and FAA over MAX crashes

A new report from the House Transportation and Infrastructure committee slams Boeing and the FAA over the two deadly 737 MAX crashes.
6 years ago
pets...
Kathryn Altena

WSU veterinarians say keep your pets indoors, out of the smoke

Until the smoke clears, Washington State University veterinarians say the best thing pet owners can do is keep their pets inside.
6 years ago
Patty Murray, daylight saving time...
Nick Bowman

Washington Sen. Patty Murray: White House ‘recklessly interfering’ with COVID response

Washington Senator Patty Murray spoke Wednesday morning during a Congressional hearing focused on efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. 
6 years ago
WSU, Pullman...
KIRO 7 News Staff

WSU students caught partying to face more consequences

As COVID cases continue to increase in Pullman, local authorities are now taking new steps to break up parties held by WSU students.
6 years ago
Smoke Seattle...
Nick Bowman

Recent smoke from fires ‘the dirtiest air’ Washington has ever seen

Despite slight improvements to the air quality Wednesday, conditions for most of Western Washington are not expected to improve until late this week.
6 years ago
Kathryn Altena

Gov. Inslee: Too much suffering to ‘ignore clear and present danger’ of climate change induced fires

Gov. Inslee says fires on the West Coast and in Washington are becoming more intense due to climate change, and the "science is clear."
6 years ago
Gates...
Stephanie Klein

Bill Gates writes heartfelt letter after the death of Bill Gates Sr.

Bill Gates Sr. passed away on Monday at the age of 94. He was surrounded by his family.
6 years ago
seattle protest riot kshama sawant racism recall...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle City Council votes to cover Kshama Sawant’s legal defense

In a 7-1 vote on Tuesday, the Seattle City Council voted to pay for Councilmember Kshama Sawant's legal defense against a recall effort.
6 years ago
Powell...
Hanna Scott

Judge slashes award to Cox family after civil case victory

A judge dealt a major blow to the parents of Susan Cox Powell after their victory in a civil case against DSHS for failing to protect their grandsons.
6 years ago