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Nick Bowman

Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County calls for statewide protest, general strike

Black Lives Matter Seattle-King County (BLMSKC) called for a statewide march and general strike in a press conference on Saturday.
6 years ago
Capitol Hill, Seattle protest, police training...
MyNorthwest Staff

Police throw flash bangs, say officers injured by rocks, bottles

A handful of protests, marches, and vigils are taking place across the Seattle area and beyond Saturday, from Shoreline down to the Burien.
6 years ago
ellis...
MyNorthwest Staff

Gov. Inslee pledges independent review of Manuel Ellis’ death

Gov. Inslee said the state will conduct an independent review of the investigation and any charging decisions related to the death of Manuel Ellis.
6 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Free COVID-19 testing sites open in SODO, Aurora

KIRO Radio's Dave Ross and Aaron Granillo discuss the free, drive-through coronavirus test sites opening in Seattle at former emissions testing stations.
6 years ago
climate change, water quality, clean fuel standard...
Nicole Jennings

Department of Ecology says water quality is on the line with new EPA rule

The Washington State Department of Ecology is clashing with the federal government over water quality standards and states' rights.
6 years ago
seattle, michael bumpus, police, consent decree, tear gas...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle issues 30-day ban on tear gas at protests

Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best issued an order, effective immediately, banning the use of tear gas for at least 30 days at protests in the city.
6 years ago
food supply...
Kathryn Altena

What’s allowed under King County’s modified Phase 1?

King County was approved to move to a modified Phase 1 on Friday. As part of the limited reopening, residents can go to a restaurant or get a haircut.
6 years ago
housing, snohomish county, dave somers, cronyism, controversy...
Nick Bowman

Snohomish, Pierce Counties approved for Phase 2, King County gets ‘modified’ Phase 1

Snohomish County has officially received approval from the Washington State Department of Health to move into Phase 2 of reopening.
6 years ago
Professional sports, Washington...
Nick Bowman

Gov. Inslee clears way for return of professional sports in Washington

Gov. Jay Inslee announced this week that as of June 5, professional sports can resume in Washington, provided certain benchmarks are met.
6 years ago
Property tax relief...
Chris Sullivan

King County commercial landlords could soon get property tax relief

Some property tax relief could be on the way in King County for commercial landlords, as many have struggled while being forced to stay closed.
6 years ago
Seattle protests, Capitol Hill...
MyNorthwest Staff

Protesters converge into Seattle for the 8th night

For the 8th night, protests in Seattle continue. A large crowd has once again gathered at Cal Anderson Park where there is also a large group of police. 
6 years ago
manuel ellis...
Stephanie Klein

Tacoma Mayor wants officers involved in Manuel Ellis’ death fired, prosecuted

Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards wants police officers involved in the death of Manuel Ellis fired.
6 years ago
(Seattle Police Blotter)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle Chief Best sends directive on mourning band on badges

Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best sent a directive to the department on Thursday ordering all officers to have their badge numbers prominently displayed.
6 years ago
testing...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle Mayor announces free, citywide COVID-19 testing

Mayor Jenny Durkan announced Thursday that the city of Seattle will offer free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing.
6 years ago
Ellis...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Manuel Ellis’ family requests independent investigation of his death

The Pierce County Sheriff’s office is investigating the death of 33-year-old Manuel Ellis in police custody. The family asked for an independent investigation.
6 years ago
tested...
Kathryn Altena

Anyone with COVID-19 symptoms now advised to get tested

Gov. Inslee and Secretary of Health John Wiesman announced updated advice for COVID-19 testing Thursday: "If you think you're sick, get tested."
6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff

Without federal aid, forecasts show high unemployment rates through 2021

Josh Bivens, director of research at the Economic Policy Institute, warns if there isn't more federal aid, the U.S. may be in for a prolonged depression.
6 years ago
Nick Bowman

Washington schools get more guidance on what fall classes will look like

With educators still uncertain of what schools will look like in the fall, state Superintendent Chris Reykdal has identified a trio of possible options. 
6 years ago
Bering Sea, fishing industry...
MyNorthwest Staff

Alaska seafood CEO on fishing industry coronavirus precautions

Joe Bundrant, Trident Seafoods CEO, on extensive COVID precautions for the fishing industry and why it's such a concern.
6 years ago
Manuel Ellis...
MyNorthwest Staff

Tacoma mayor vows answers after police custody death of black man ruled a homicide

Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards vows to get answers in death of Manuel Ellis after March death in police custody death similar to George Floyd is ruled a homicide.
6 years ago
phase, asymptomatic...
MyNorthwest Staff

Six counties in Washington state apply to move to Phase 3

The vast majority of counties in Washington state are now in Phase 2 or have pending applications to move forward in Gov. Inslee's Safe Start plan.
6 years ago
seattle, michael bumpus, police, consent decree, tear gas...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle City Attorney to withdraw consent decree motion

Seattle City Attorney Pete Holmes announced Wednesday that he intends to withdraw the city from the pending motion to end the federal consent decree.
6 years ago
Inslee, police...
MyNorthwest Staff

Gov. Inslee expects answers on Ellis’ death, police response at Seattle protests

Gov. Inslee said Seattle Mayor Durkan promised the Office of Police Accountability will investigate all complaints and he believes it's important she delivers on that promise.
6 years ago
protesters...
MyNorthwest Staff

Protests continue in Seattle for a 7th night

A group of protesters remained in Capitol Hill through the night, and more are starting to gather together again Thursday afternoon near the East Precinct.
6 years ago