MyNorthwest Staff
Court rules voter-approved Initiative 1639 is constitutional
A federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington ruled that Initiative 1639 is constitutional and will remain law.6 years ago
Kathryn Altena
Seattle Mayor announces $95 million investment for K-12 education
The City of Seattle will invest nearly $95 million dollars over the next six years in K-12 education and career readiness programs.6 years ago
Laura Scott
Is it time to reopen Washington?
KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and Aaron Granillo discuss a recent interview that Dr. Brett Giroir gave on KTTH saying it's safe for Washington to reopen.6 years ago
Kathryn Altena
UW Medical Director: Neck gaiters are better than no mask at all
Despite a recent study's implication that gaiters don't limit the spread of COVID-19, UW's Dr. Mark Harrast says any face covering is better than nothing.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
SPD installs large concrete barriers surrounding East Precinct
In the wake of ongoing protests on Capitol Hill and threats to SPD's East Precinct, the city has constructed concrete barriers surrounding the building.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘Hugely concerning’ COVID outbreak in Bremerton hospital now totals 60 cases
An outbreak at St. Michael Medical Center in Bremerton now totals 60 confirmed COVID-19 cases, as local health officials look for solutions.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
35,000 could be waiting to get Employment Security appeal hearing
The Unemployment Law Project, which is suing Employment Security, says there could be 35,000 people waiting to get an appeal hearing for their claim.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
COVID-19 updates: 77,235 confirmed cases statewide, 1,953 deaths
The state Department of Health reports more than 77,000 cases of coronavirus in Washington state. The DOH says 1,953 people have died from the virus.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Family of Manuel Ellis to file $30 million wrongful death lawsuit against City of Tacoma
The family of Manuel Ellis announced Friday that it plans to file a $30 million wrongful death lawsuit against the City of Tacoma.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County releases statement on violence in Kenosha
Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County released a statement Friday on the recent violence in Kenosha, Wisconsin.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Washington day care expert says we’re heading for an even bigger void in care
As more and more day care centers close around the state due to parents keeping their kids home, the child care crisis is set to get even worse.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘Crazy’ idea for wooden money in Washington town ‘seems to be working,’ says mayor
Tenino began printing its own wooden money to help out struggling businesses. Two months later, it's become clear that it's been a hit.6 years ago
Hanna Scott
New Seattle community court aims to help low-level offenders, end racial disparities
Seattle is launching a new community court program to help keep low-level offenders out of jail, while also connecting them with wrap-around services.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle-based food truck volunteers arrested in Kenosha, Wisconsin
A group of Seattle food truck volunteers were arrested by law enforcement in Kenosha, Wisconsin Wednesday.6 years ago
Chris Sullivan
Boeing pulls eight 787s with structural defects
Boeing abruptly instructed airlines to pull eight 787s from service this week, after manufacturing defects were found in their fuselages.6 years ago
Nicole Jennings
Clarkston schools see successful start to in-person classes, mask compliance
The first two days of in-person school went off without a hitch at Clarkston schools, reported the district. Students of all ages are sticking to the rules.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Judge agrees to expedite Washington AG’s lawsuit against USPS changes
A federal judge granted a motion from Thursday to expedite a multi-state lawsuit against recent changes enacted by the USPS.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘We’re going to keep staying angry’: Jacob Blake’s aunt speaks from rally at Seattle City Hall
Jacob Blake's aunt, Nicole Blake Chafetz, spoke at a rally at Seattle City Hall Thursday, calling for immediate changes to policing.6 years ago
Laura Scott
King County Public Health officer on chance schools reopen by end of year
King County Public Health Officer Dr. Jeff Duchin joins KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and reporter Aaron Granillo to answer lots of questions.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
King County unveils ‘ambitious’ plan to combat climate change over next decade
King County announced a new climate change proposal Thursday, which would cut the region's greenhouse gas emissions in half by 2030.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Three arrests, SPD dispersal order issued after clash with protesters
The Seattle Police Department issued a dispersal order Wednesday after protesters and officers faced off during what was a peaceful vigil near Eastlake.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Clarkston School District brings students back to class in person with hybrid model
The Clarkston School District in southeast Washington brought students back to campus on Wednesday for a hybrid learning model.6 years ago
Laura Scott
CDC narrows testing guidelines
The Centers for Disease Control has changed its recommendations for testing. Now, they're saying you shouldn't get tested if you don't have symptoms, even if you've recently been exposed.6 years ago
