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Manweller...
MyNorthwest Staff

Rep. Matt Manweller plans to resign, eventually

Washington State Representative Matt Manweller will not continue in his role after his current term ends following the latest allegation of inappropriate sexual behavior. But he still urges voters to elect him in the upcoming November election.
8 years ago
El Nino...
MyNorthwest Staff

Drier, warmer weather expected this winter across Pacific Northwest

Weak to moderate El Nino conditions are expected for the fall-winter seasons across the Pacific Northwest, which means warmer and drier than average weather.
8 years ago
king county...
Hanna Scott

King County budget includes cash for gang unit members, but fewer than sheriff wanted

King County Sheriff Mitzi Johanknecht has been asking for money for three new positions for a regional gang task force. Executive Dow Constantine’s proposed 2-year budget includes two.
8 years ago
KeyArena, NHL...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Seattle City Council approves $700M KeyArena renovation

The Seattle City Council has unanimously approved the $700 million renovation of KeyArena.
8 years ago
Jenny Durkan...
MyNorthwest Staff

Mayor Durkan’s Seattle budget preps for revenue ‘plateau,’ ups transit funding

Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan is revealing her first proposed budget while in office. The budget includes increased spending on transit, the fire department, and accommodates the tentative contract with police.
8 years ago
Felix Hernandez...
MyNorthwest Staff

Mariners pitcher Félix Hernández becomes U.S. citizen

Around 85 people became U.S. citizens in Seattle on Monday, including longtime Mariners pitcher Félix Hernández.
8 years ago
homeless village...
Hanna Scott

Seattle cuts back funding from homeless agencies falling short of goals

While the money Seattle is investing in homeless services is paying off in some areas, not all contracted agencies are meeting their goals. The city is cutting some funding as a result.
8 years ago
Trooper, patrol car, wsp...
KIRO 7 News Staff

WSP patrol car stolen after chase, found crashed in Renton

The Washington State Patrol said it’s searching for a suspect who stole one of their patrol cars and crashed it on Monster Road in Renton early Monday morning.
8 years ago
kavanaugh...
Dave Ross

Ross: And now there are two Kavanaugh accusers

Judge Brett Kavanaugh is now facing a second accuser alleging inappropriate behavior from when he was 18. The questions likely to be raised now will regard proof.
8 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Growing problems with homeless population blamed for violence in Olympia

Tensions erupted Saturday night over a decision to close a downtown Olympia park. But residents say this is a symptom of a much larger problem: refusal to act on a growing homeless population.
8 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Lynnwood police look for man who brutally attacked Subway shop employee

A brutal attack inside a Lynnwood Subway shop left an employee with multiple fractures to his face and jaw. Police are asking for help identifying the suspect.
8 years ago
520 bridge...
MyNorthwest Staff

Man in custody after police standoff on 520 Bridge

A man is in custody and police are checking his truck for weapons after a standoff on the 520 Bridge during the Friday afternoon commute.
8 years ago
police...
Mike Lewis

Balloon payment: Seattle owes cops $65M under new budget

Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan will present a city budget with one new and expensive line item: $65 million in wages benefits owed in a balloon payment to SPD.
8 years ago
pierce county...
MyNorthwest Staff

Watch: Pierce County deputies respond to dance off challenge

Pierce County Sheriff's deputies have faced a lot of challenges from frequently appearing on COPS, to fighting crime. They recently tackled one of their fiercest tests -- a dance off challenge.
8 years ago
parking day...
Chason Gordon

PARK(ing) Day lets people re-imagine parking spots as anything but parking

There are 62 fewer parking spots today in Seattle because today is PARK(ing) Day, where people can re-imagine parking spots as mini parks.
8 years ago
Evergreen, manweller, Matt Manweller...
MyNorthwest Staff

Report: Former student says she had sex with Rep. Manweller at age 17

A former high school student of Rep. Matt Manweller says they had a sexual relationship in the 1990s when she was 17 years old, according to The Seattle Times. Manweller denies the allegation.
8 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Challenger to Prosecutor Dan Satterberg drops out of race

The long-time public defender - who is challenging King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg - has pulled out of the prosecutor's race, according to The Seattle Times.
8 years ago
Edmonds, ranch 99, h mart...
MyNorthwest Staff

Do you know this suspect? Police say he assaulted kids at 2 grocery stores

After an assault of a child at the Edmond's Ranch 99, a new tip has led investigators to a Lynnwood store where another assault happened. The suspect remains at large.
8 years ago
cat killer...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Another cat found dead in Olympia area

Another dead cat has been found in Lacey. Investigators are working to link it to the string of cat killer incidents that have plagued Olympia, Lacey, and Tumwater.
8 years ago
beacon hill, firearm, firearms,...
MyNorthwest Staff

12 pistols, suppressors, red dot sights and 2K ammo stolen from Seattle home

Seattle police are searching for a suspect who allegedly stole a cache of firearms from a Beacon Hill home, including 12 pistols, two red dot sights, and 2,000 rounds of ammunition.
8 years ago
endangered species act...
MyNorthwest Staff

Lawmakers, zoo want you to weigh in on Endangered Species Act

Monday, Sept. 24 is the last day to add your two-cents about proposed changes to the Endangered Species Act. Seattle experts are urging the public to make their voices known.
8 years ago
age discrimination...
MyNorthwest Staff

Baby Boomers fighting IBM over alleged age discrimination

IBM faces allegations, and a lawsuit, that the company discriminated against older employees, ultimately firing them. Former Washington Attorney General Rob McKenna breaks down the case and the law.
8 years ago
Initiative 940...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle police officers approve contract

The Seattle Police officers have approved a new contract with the City of Seattle. 
8 years ago
gun, gun tax...
Hanna Scott

Board of health wants signs posted at gun shops, ranges

A new proposal, made by the Seattle King County Board of Health, would require gun shop owners post signs warning of the health effects of owning a firearm.
8 years ago