MyNorthwest Staff
Inside the new ‘state of the art’ SR 99 tunnel
Come Monday, we'll finally be getting a state-of-the-art tunnel that has high-tech fire suppression systems, traffic cameras, and even transitional lighting that changes based on the time of day.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
First of its kind Seattle study aims to stop flu before it becomes pandemic
Doctors and researchers from UW Medicine and Fred Hutch are taking a new approach to understanding the flu.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Last Viadoom commute marred by rain, heavy traffic
It's finally here! Friday is the last day of Viadoom. Can Seattle-area commuters keep up the -- mostly -- good record of smooth commutes?8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Belltown residents respond to demolition of beloved neighborhood bars
A coalition of 150 Belltown residents and businesses responded to the news of the demolition of almost an entire city block of the neighborhood, that would see the end of a handful of businesses, restaurants, and bars.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Amtrak train catches fire at SoDo rail yard
An Amtrak train caught fire in a SoDo yard rail Friday morning. The fire is now out. No injuries were reported.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
It’s official: Date set for opening of tunnel, end of Viadoom
Viadoom will officially come to an end on schedule, marked by the opening of the SR 99 tunnel on Monday, Feb. 4.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
‘Booth renting’ salon bill will not move forward in state Legislature
A salon bill that would have made it illegal for stylists and barbers to rent out booths in salons and shops will not move forward, according to its main sponsor, Washington State Senator Karen Keiser.8 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Following crime: Spending a day in a Seattle courtroom
A woman decided to stop ignoring Seattle crime when it kept showing up in front of her home. It led her to a Seattle courtroom to look at the justice system up close.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Police searching for silver Toyota 4-Runner in fatal hit-and-run
Seattle police officers are looking for a driver who hit and killed a pedestrian and then fled Thursday morning, Jan. 31, 2019.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Final Viadoom commute is almost upon us
Viadoom is nearly over, and the region has largely been spared significant traffic snarls. But the Thursday morning commute around Seattle got off to a slow start.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Jay Inslee to Howard Schultz: Run as a Democrat, or not at all
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee responded to Howard Schultz's possible independent bid for the presidency, telling CBS News that the former Starbucks CEO should "come into the pool and compete as a Democrat."8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Lisa Herbold announces reelection campaign, Seattle council field set
Seattle City Councilmember Lisa Herbold announced her bid for reelection in 2019 Wednesday in an email to supporters.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle gears up for first possible snow of the winter
Many weather apps and forecasts are predicting snow for the Western Washington region as soon as this weekend. Meteorologists Nick Allard and Morgan Palmer explains the context behind the forecast.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington state to end vehicle emissions test program in 2020
Washington is ending its state emissions test program in 2020, claiming that it's no longer needed following a 15-year phase-out process.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
‘Cold’: FBI, Secret Service failed to crack Josh Powell’s encryption
The FBI and U.S. Secret Service each attempted to access a hard drive seized from Josh Powell's home the day after his wife Susan Powell's disappearance, with no success. It remains locked with encryption.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Two weeks into closure, has Via-Doom turned into Via-Bust?
The predictions of "Via-doom" may have been "Via-duds. Traffic nightmares largely did not happen as commuters changed their habits.8 years ago
Feliks Banel
Eastern Washington: Most likely to secede ever since 1861
The recent proposal for Eastern Washington to secede from Western Washington, creating the State of Liberty, is not the first time someone has tried such a plan.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Viadoom updates: Malfunction on Spokane St. bridge snarls evening commute
There are a handful more days of Viadoom in Seattle. Can drivers hold out just a little longer and keep the smooth traffic flowing?8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Slavery could be happening at your work, and you would never know
The hotel worker who services the room you stay in could be a victim of human trafficking, and neither you or the hotel would ever know. That's why some organizations are raising awareness among the region's businesses.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Rollover blocks two lanes of SB 405 in Bellevue
A single-car rollover has the two left lanes of southbound 405 blocked in Bellevue off of Southeast 8th Street.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Dick’s Drive-In celebrates 65-year anniversary with 19 cent burgers
After 65 years in Seattle, Dick's Drive-In is celebrating by offering up burgers for 19 cents each across its seven locations.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Deputies investigate racist letters targeting Mexican immigrants, Burien’s status as sanctuary city
Typed letters that contained racist language targeting Mexican immigrants and Burien’s status as a sanctuary city were recently distributed to homes and businesses in the city.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Got a permit for that delivery robot? Washington lawmakers consider rules
A delivery robot rolled into the Washington State Capitol on Monday for hearing on delivery robots and how they should be restricted. A proposed bill would set regulations on the new tech.8 years ago
