KIRO Newsradio staff
Orting mayor speaks out about his own story of abuse amid ongoing controversy
Orting Mayor Josh Penner is speaking out about his own experience of abuse amid an ongoing controversy at the community's school district.7 years ago
John Curley Show
Snohomish County rebranding as ‘Seattle NorthCountry’ to attract visitors
Snohomish is looking to attract visitors north with a new branding strategy. Would you visit "Seattle NorthCountry True PNW"?7 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
FBI going after Kirkland builder accused of bilking victims out of millions
The FBI is now taking over the case of the Kirkland builder who victims accuse of stealing millions.7 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
For the first time ever, this is what a North Pacific right whale sounds like
Scientist didn't know if any North Pacific right whale ever sang. At least they have never heard such a whale songs, until now.7 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Making up snow days: Is your school district still holding classes?
February's snow days caused a lot of districts to extend the school year a little longer. Believe it or not, there are still students in class for a bit longer.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Judge rules against city’s “spot” zoning; Showbox future in doubt
A King County judge ruled against Seattle City Council Friday, effectively making a temporary protection for the Showbox null and void, and leaving supporters of the venue with few options to save it from demolition.7 years ago
Hanna Scott
Central District searches for solutions after rash of Seattle shootings
City council members and police gathered to talk about the frightening increase in Seattle shootings with the Central District community.7 years ago
Feliks Banel
All Over the Map: The story behind the Northwest’s weirdest school mascots
The snow that disrupted many schools in February means that graduation time is stretching a bit longer into June than usual. In honor of anyone getting a little impatient for summer vacation, here are a few local school mascot fun facts.7 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
WSP starts distracted driving patrols in midst of ‘100 deadliest days’
While you should always give the road your full attention whenever your behind the wheel, that's going to be especially true this weekend, as we enter what's commonly known as the "100 Deadliest Days" of driving for teens.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
2-alarm fire destroys, damages 3 Lakewood homes
An early morning fire in Lakewood damaged three homes and displaced five residents.7 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Are you prepared for the coming smoky days in Washington?
They're coming. Smoke days. More specifically, wildfire smoke lingering through Western Washington dropping the air quality, and causing a stir just like a snow day or a heat wave.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
King County employee closes gate, allows 230,000 gallons of untreated sewage into people’s yards
Internal emails reveal a King County employee, already under disciplinary review for creating an “unsafe work environment” less than a month earlier, caused more than 230,000 gallons of untreated sewage to spew into people’s backyards along Lake Ballinger in Edmonds.7 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Orting students allege abuse by teacher who is still employed
Orting students say that a teacher began grooming them years ago, and touching them inappropriately. One person reported it. But the teacher remained employed.7 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
City of Seattle: How would you upgrade the Ballard Bridge?
A new survey is asking Seattle residents how they would like to prioritize updates to the 102-year-old Ballard Bridge: Biking, walking, or driving.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Wallingford could be next battleground in Seattle’s war for density
A Wallingford group is aiming to form a historic district around the neighborhood. It could be at odds with Seattle's mission for more affordable housing.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Pride, American flags destroyed by vandals and caught on camera
Pride flags have been reportedly targeted by vandals from Seattle’s Capitol Hill to several locations in White Center this week. One incident was caught on camera.7 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
City evacuates Seattle Fire ‘cancer house’ in Northgate for testing
A Seattle Fire Department house notorious for suspicions surrounding numerous cancer cases was evacuated Tuesday, according to a report from Crosscut.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
One dead, man in custody in Redmond shooting
Police are investigating after a fatal shooting in Redmond Thursday morning.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Drivers set to rally against Seattle rideshare tax
On Thursday, members of Drive Forward Seattle will rally at Seattle City Hall in opposition to proposed legislation they say could threaten drivers’ ability to control how they work.7 years ago
Hanna Scott
Snohomish cops’ new high tech tool in the fight against drugs
Deputies in Snohomish County are getting a new tool to help in drug investigations called TruNarc, which can identify drugs with a simple laser.7 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Endorsements roll in for Seattle City Council races
The Seattle City Council primary election is a little over a month away, and the endorsements are starting to roll in. Two prominent organizations made their endorsements this week.7 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Puyallup bar suspended, owner arrested for drug dealing
Johnny's Bar & Grill in Puyallup was the subject of a six month narcotics investigation leading to the arrest of the bar's owner for dealing drugs, and the suspension of its liquor license.7 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Inslee pressed on serious answers to big questions
The New York Times interviewed the array of Democratic presidential candidates, including Washington Governor Jay Inslee. Here are a few highlights.7 years ago
