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Showbox...
MyNorthwest Staff

Showbox supporters mounting opposition to demolition proposal

Seattle's Showbox concert venue is slated to be torn down to make way for a 44-story tower with apartments, retail, and parking. The venue has hosted a range of legendary music acts.
8 years ago
safeco field...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Mariners want $180M from taxpayers before renewing Safeco Field lease

The Seattle Weekly says the Mariners don't plan to renew its Safeco Field lease without taxpayer funds.
8 years ago
Everett...
Hanna Scott

Everett needle exchange builds bridges to sobriety

The only thing a needle exchange in Everett enables its visitors to do is get sober and live healthier lives, Cheri Speelman says.
8 years ago
July...
MyNorthwest Staff

We may reach rare number of 90-degree days in July

Hitting 90 degrees several times in July is actually fairly uncommon, according to historic data from the National Weather Service.
8 years ago
Mariners home Safeco Field...
MyNorthwest Staff

Mariners release statement after report of workplace complaints

The Seattle Mariners organization released a statement shortly after The Seattle Times published a report of allegations of inappropriate workplace conduct.
8 years ago
Powell...
Hanna Scott

Sadness and relief: Steven Powell’s estranged daughter on her dad’s death

Jennifer Graves has been through more than most of us can possibly imagine. Her late brother Josh Powell was long suspected in the 2009 disappearance of his wife, Puyallup native Susan Cox Powell.
8 years ago
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Feliks Banel

Sound familiar? Original Seattle viaduct had no ramps

Much like the new waterfront tunnel that will open this fall, there were no on-ramps or off-ramps in the central section of downtown.
8 years ago
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KIRO 7 News Staff

Massive fire burns at Kent strip mall

Firefighters battled a three-alarm fire at a Kent strip mall overnight.
8 years ago
Seattle streetcar, seattle streetcars...
MyNorthwest Staff

New Seattle streetcars may be too big for city’s existing tracks

The new Seattle streetcars the city has purchased may not work on the existing South Lake Union and First Hill rail lines. The city now awaits a new assessment to see what it will take to complete its project currently on hold.
8 years ago
drug use, safe injection, legalize heroin, safe-injection sites, safe injection, snohomish county...
Hanna Scott

How Snohomish County Jail, ER handles addiction every day

Snohomish County spent seven days counting overdoses to provide a snapshot of the opioid crisis. From the jail to the ER, this is what officials are dealing with on a daily basis.
8 years ago
Burien mayor...
MyNorthwest Staff

Man suspected of attacking Burien mayor turns self in

The man suspected of assaulting Burien Mayor Jimmy Matta turned himself into police.
8 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Hood Canal Bridge shooter is a suspect in Renton murder

A driver was nearly shot in the head when a suspected gunman opened fire near the Hood Canal Bridge Tuesday morning.
8 years ago
guns, seattle, firearms, ammo, ammunition, ammo tax...
MyNorthwest Staff

Gun stores would have to post warning signs under latest proposal in King County

A "package" of gun safety legislation in King County would include a rule in which gun stores and shooting ranges would have to post warning signs.
8 years ago
Steven Powell...
MyNorthwest Staff

With Steven Powell dead, bizarre timeline may never be complete

Steven Powell was the last person detectives believe could have led them to a woman who was reported missing in 2009.
8 years ago
Susan powell...
KIRO 7 News Staff

Steven Powell dies at Tacoma hospital, deputies say

The Pierce County Sheriff's Department confirmed Steven Powell died early Monday morning.
8 years ago
legalization...
MyNorthwest Staff

Marijuana legalization may have increased police efficiency

A new study by Washington State University appears to back up that claim that the marijuana legalization freed up police for more serious crimes.
8 years ago
domestic workers...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle City Council approves labor standards for domestic workers

The Seattle City Council voted, 7-0, to guarantee labor standards for domestic workers, which include nannies, house cleaners, and gardeners.
8 years ago
Burien mayor...
MyNorthwest Staff

Assault on Burien mayor being investigated as a hate crime

Burien Mayor Jimmy Matta was assaulted at a block party over the weekend. The King County Sheriff's Office is investigating the incident as a hate crime.
8 years ago
Amazon...
MyNorthwest Staff

Amazon shares dip after president slams Post’s ‘crazy’ coverage

Amazon shares dipped Monday after President Trump continued his criticism of The Washington Post.
8 years ago
sun...
MyNorthwest Staff

Heat advisory ends as temps dip slightly from Monday’s high

Seattle reached 90 degrees by 4 p.m. on Monday and we will likely see similar temperatures Tuesday.
8 years ago
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Hanna Scott

For Snohomish County, coordination and collaboration key to addressing the opioid crisis

Get an up-close look at what those on the front lines of the opioid epidemic are dealing with every day and the multi-pronged approach that the county is taking.
8 years ago
Kent, diego moreno...
MyNorthwest Staff

Three teens arrested in Kent police officer’s death

Three teens -- one 15-year-old, one 16-year-old, and one 17-year-old -- have been arrested in connection with a high-speed chase that ended in a Kent officer's death Sunday morning.
8 years ago
columbia center...
Chason Gordon

First the Space Needle, now Columbia Center touts its own revamp

Like the Space Needle, the Columbia Center has also completed a mass makeover of its view up top, offering a new express elevator, cafe, and touchscreens.
8 years ago
bus riders, metro...
Stephanie Klein

Closure of Convention Place stop sign of ‘Period of Maximum Constraint’

Early Saturday morning, King County Metro closed the Convention Place Station bus stops, affecting routes 41, 74, 101, 102, 150, 255 and 550.
8 years ago