KIRO 7 News Staff
FBI investigating possible arson, explosion at Renton church
Police and FBI are investigating a possible arson or explosion that occurred at Renton's United Christian Church on Wednesday morning.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
How much King County has spent prosecuting a Bellevue cat
The alleged terror of her Bellevue neighborhood, Miska the cat has had King County prosecutors racking up thousands of billable hours over the last five years.7 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Washington workers get biggest jump in pay since recession
It's the biggest jump in pay for Washington workers since before the recession, as wages grew an average 5.5 percent in 2018 across all industries, to an average of more than $65,000 a year.7 years ago
Feliks Banel
Searching for Seattle’s hidden Latino history
A state-run group was recently commissioned to identify structures and places important to Latino history in Seattle and King County. Here's what they found.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
‘McMansion’ ban, new rules for backyard cottages enter home stretch
A measure easing restrictions on backyard cottages and banning 'McMansions' in Seattle was passed out of committee on Tuesday, and will now head to the full council for a final vote, where it's expected to easily pass.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Man killed in early-morning shooting near Green Lake
A man in his 60s was killed in an early morning shooting in North Seattle near Green Lake.7 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Have you noticed this change at Seattle intersections?
Drivers may, or may not have noticed this change on roads across Seattle. But SDOT plans on expanding this change at crosswalks over the next two years.7 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Climate activists rally for Green New Deal at Seattle City Hall
Environmental groups have joined forces to launch a new campaign -- Seattle for a Green New Deal. The campaign began Tuesday with a range of local support.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Edmonds City Council votes down controversial connector bridge project
The Edmonds City Council voted Tuesday night 4-3 to stop plans for the Edmonds Street Waterfront Connector, that would given emergency vehicles access to the city's waterfront.7 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
New 737 MAX orders could be ‘breaking of the dam’ for Boeing
As Boeing continues to face flack for its grounded 737 MAX jets, the company has now gotten a boost, marked by the arrival of long-awaited new orders for the maligned plane.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Councilmembers look to ‘revisit’ plans for controversial 35th Ave bike lane
Concerns continue to mount regarding cyclist safety on 35th Avenue Northeast, and now, Seattle councilmembers are voicing their intent to revisit the controversial project altogether.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Neighbors say SDOT bike plan makes street unsafe
The battle over Seattle's bike lanes continues, as one neighborhood pushes back against the Seattle Department of Transportation.7 years ago
Hanna Scott
Washington woman fought to prove her stepdad was her father
A precedent-setting case has established that stepparents are as good as blood relatives in Washington, after a woman sued over the death of her dad.7 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Was Seattle’s soda tax a bait and switch?
Seattle's soda tax took in more money than expected. Many suspect it has been paid for largely by the city's poorest residents, and not used for its intended purpose.7 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
29 guns found in carry-on bags this year at Sea-Tac
If you're traveling, your carry-on luggage is certainly not an appropriate place to carry your gun. But some people haven't got the memo.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
SDOT cuts Jump, Lime fleets by 1,000 for misreporting poorly parked bikes
SDOT announced that it's reduced the fleet maximum for Lime and Jump by 1,000 bikes each, for "inaccurate reports" regarding improperly parked bikes in April.7 years ago
Laura Scott
Ocean viruses threaten loss of species in the Pacific Northwest
After five years, the region's sea star population is slowly returning. But rising ocean temperatures combined with a handful of other factors allows pathogens like "sea star wasting disease" to simmer below the surface.7 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Study: Northwest drivers feature a healthy dose of unearned confidence
A new survey indicates that drivers in the Northwest are far more confident in their own abilities behind the wheel than others.7 years ago
Aaron Granillo
On the brink of homelessness, Seattle social workers fight for raises
Tangled up in Seattle's homelessness crisis is the massive turnover rate among case workers. Some say their lousy pay puts them on the brink of homelessness, and forces them to leave the job.7 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Lacey approves ban on unsanctioned homeless camping
Lacey City Council approved a ban on unsanctioned public camping Thursday, targeted at the city's growing issues with homeless encampments.7 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Big travel weekend: Graduations, Father’s Day, and weekend roadwork
It’s going to be a big weekend on the roads with Father’s Day outings and lots of graduations. But also this weekend are lane closures and maintenance work on busy streets and highways.7 years ago
Nick Bowman
Report: Seattle renters flock to Portland as growing tech hub
According to a new report, Seattle renters are flocking to Portland, Oregon, as an alternative to the Emerald City's ever-increasing cost of housing.7 years ago
Hanna Scott
Effort to raise money for Oso memorial brings gala to Seattle
Oso families and first responders are looking for your help, as a fundraising gala is set to arrive in Seattle on June 22.7 years ago
