MyNorthwest Staff
3 asylum-seeking mothers in Washington sue feds over family separation
Three mothers held at Washington detention centers have filed a lawsuit against the feds for separating them from their children and not moving forward on their asylum claims. They seek class action status.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Western State Hospital loses federal certification and $53 million in funding
After a federal survey, Washington's Western State Hospital has lost its federal funding adding up to $53 million annually. The state continues to convert the psychiatric hospital into a community-based system.8 years ago
Chason Gordon
2017 was a banner year for fireworks injuries and fires in Washington
There were 345 reported fireworks incidents in 2017, which is higher than average, so the State Fire Marshal’s Office has a few safety recommendations.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Housing affordability hits decade low as inventory shrinks
Affordability across the country has dropped to a decade low.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
State AG ‘expected’ Supreme Court to send same-sex case back to Washington
The Supreme Court is ordering Washington courts to take a new look at the case of a florist who refused to provide services for the wedding of two men.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
No more parking stickers in Seattle? Council to vote on pay by plate option
Seattle City Council members are scheduled to vote a proposal that would change the way people park in the city.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
JUMP bikeshare in Seattle would be unlike its competition
The JUMP bikeshare company has been courting Seattle officials in order to bring its brand to town. But the JUMP system won't likely be like other bikeshares in Seattle.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Thousands crowd into downtown Seattle for annual Pride parade
The annual Seattle Pride Parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Sunday, June 24 on Fourth Avenue in downtown Seattle.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
7 arrested after Poor People’s Campaign protest blocks traffic in downtown Seattle
Officers with the Seattle Police Department arrested seven protesters, five women and two men, for refusing to leave the intersection at 6th and Pike in downtown Seattle during a protest for the 'Poor People's Campaign' on Saturday.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Mayor Durkan responds to criticism over Seattle police chief selection
Mayor Jenny Durkan responds to community criticism over the Seattle police chief selection process after the Community Police Commission asked the city to halt the process.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle responds to allegation that police officer committed perjury
The City of Seattle has responded to allegations that one of its police officers committed perjury when he testified about the fatal shooting of African American mother Charleena Lyles.8 years ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
Belltown resident filming drug and homeless activity to send message
Belltown real estate broker Melody Paxton has been filming illicit homeless and drug activity so city officials become aware of what's going on.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Sawant’s anti-Amazon efforts didn’t violate Seattle’s ethics code
While Seattle's Ethics and Elections Commission found that Councilmembert Kshama Sawant did not violate ethics codes by using city resources for her political party's rallies, it did hint that it might not have been "prudent."8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Statewide emphasis patrol this weekend for ‘Move Over Law’
Washington State Patrol troopers will be looking for drivers who don't move over when passing stopped emergency vehicles or a work zone.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Southbound lanes of Alaskan Way Viaduct closed this weekend
Drivers won't be able to use the southbound lanes of the Alaskan Way Viaduct between Friday night and Sunday morning.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Suzan Delbene ‘extremely concerned’ as she heads to Texas
Congressmember Suzan Delbene will tour a detention facility in Texas where immigrant children who were separated from their parents are being held.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Officer-involved shooting in Normandy Park
A Normandy Park police officer shot a man near Des Moines Memorial Drive and Marine View Drive Drive shortly before 5 a.m.8 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
5-month-old baby found in Seattle homeless encampment
Seattle police found a 5-month-old baby abandoned and shivering in a homeless encampment. The baby has been turned over to child protective services.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle council member says city needs to be ‘last line of defense’ for all workers
The Domestic Workers Bill of Rights touted by Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda would establish labor standards for all domestic workers.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle asked to postpone police chief hearings over ‘significant’ concerns
Seattle's Community Police Commission is asking the Seattle City Council to postpone any confirmation hearings for the next police chief.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington leads 18 state coalition in lawsuit over family separation
Washington state is leading a coalition in a lawsuit against the Trump administration for its recent policy of separating children from families at the US-Mexico border.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Speeding semi crashes, loses load on EB SR 518 near Southcenter
A semi crashed, rolled over and lost a load of pipes on eastbound SR 518 near Southcenter. All lanes are closed and drivers should avoid the area.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Latest immigration debate shows ‘sharp divide’ in America
The Trump administration's decision to separate people who illegally cross the border from their children resulted in what former state Attorney General Rob McKenna calls a "really outrageous situation."8 years ago
