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
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle commutes continue to be relatively smooth despite viaduct absence
It's the second day of the third (and final) week of Viadoom in Seattle. MyNorthwest continues its coverage of the tight traffic without the Alaskan Way Viaduct.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Emergency legislation from Sawant to stop mobile park sale passes
A bill sponsored by Councilmember Kshama Sawant declared an emergency, putting a moratorium on new development projects regarding mobile home parks.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
State bill introduced to nix personal exemptions for measles vaccine
A recently-introduced bill in the Washington State Legislature would put a stop to personal exemptions for the measles vaccine in children.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Van delivering Amazon packages stolen, recovered after police chase
A U-Haul van filled with Amazon packages was stolen on Sunday, with police catching the suspect after a chase that ended in Oregon.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Former Seattle police chief to announce run for City Council seat
Former interim Seattle Police Chief Jim Pugel is officially announcing his campaign to run for Seattle City Council on Tuesday morning.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
5-vehicle, rollover collision snarls NB I-5 traffic through Seattle
A rollover collision on northbound I-5 in Seattle initially blocked three right lanes of the freeway. Five vehicles were involved in the incident. Crews ripped the roof off of one vehicle to rescue a trapped patient.8 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Deputies arrest Puyallup suspect in Canada after he allegedly shot girlfriend
The search is on for a Puyallup man who detectives say is a homicide suspect. The Pierce County Sheriff's Office says 26-year-old Jordan Eaton allegedly shot and killed his 19-year-old girlfriend.8 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Seattle council votes to approve controversial tax for waterfront project
The Seattle City Council is expected to vote on a controversial tax for a new waterfront project after the Alaskan Way Viaduct is demolished.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Starbucks’ Howard Schultz ‘seriously considering’ independent run for president
Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz has more on his mind than promoting his new book. He is eying the 2020 presidential election as an independent candidate.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Updates from the first commute of Viadoom’s final week
Assuming all goes to plan for the opening of the tunnel, this officially marks the final week of Viadoom. Will people continue to stick to their altered schedules and modes of commuting in the last days?8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Police investigating shooting on bus in SoDo
Seattle police are investigating a shooting that took place on a bus in SoDo that left one person seriously injured from a gunshot wound.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Live Nation teases at new Gorge festival to replace Sasquatch
Washington's iconic Sasquatch Music Festival came to a close in 2018, but now, Live Nation is promising a new festival at the scenic Gorge Amphitheatre for Memorial Day weekend 2019.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Local Navy veteran turned pro wrestler excels in Seattle indie scene
In two years, Josh Schaff has gone from former Naval Petty Officer Second Class to professional wrestler.8 years ago
Hanna Scott
Washington colleges push back on bill to allow NCAA athletes to get paid
Opponents to a recently proposed bill that would allow NCAA athletes to get paid gave statements in front of the state Legislature.8 years ago
Hanna Scott
Bill to clarify I-940 takes huge step forward
A bill that clarifies key points of I-940 is close to passing the Washington State Legislature, as lawmakers8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington politicians react to end of shutdown
As the government shutdown came to an end (for three weeks) Washington's leaders quickly commented on the development. Here is what a few had to say.8 years ago
Heather Bosch
Washington measles outbreak prevalent in unvaccinated kids
A measles outbreak is troubling local doctors, pointing toward, one simple fix that could have nipped all of this in the bud: Getting vaccinated.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Sammamish cancels all city credit cards as FBI investigates ransomware attack
Sammamish will cancel all city credit cards but can't yet say if personal information of residents, employees or those who do business with the city have been compromised in a cyberattack.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Netflix series boosting local thrift store donations
A popular show on Netflix about de-cluttering is boosting donations at thrift stores across the country, including in Washington state.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Pot discounts, food drives: Fed. workers get help in Washington
A Seattle pot shop is offers discounts to federal workers during the government shutdown. A Sikh temple offers free meals. How Washington communities are stepping up to help workers.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Doctors worry measles outbreak will get worse, spread
There are now 25 confirmed measles cases and 12 suspected cases in Clark County, and officials are worried that low vaccination rates could lead to an even greater spread.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Gov. Inslee extends unemployment benefits to struggling federal workers
Gov. Jay Inslee announced Thursday that Washington state will extend unemployment benefits to federal employees working without pay or on furlough.8 years ago
