Jason Sutich
Silver prices surge to all-time high: Up more than 75% year-to-date
The spot price for one ounce of silver has gradually increased over the past few years, and spot price data indicates that silver shows no signs of stopping.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Gold futures hit all-time high amid government shutdown
Gold futures rose above $4,000 per ounce for the first time as investors continue to seek a safe haven for their money with the U.S. government essentially shut down.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Parks Tacoma $8M budget shortfall prompts layoffs, program cuts
Several Parks Tacoma employees were laid off last week as the department faces an $8 million budget shortfall.1 year ago
Heather Bosch
Bridge closure hurting business? Disaster funds are available
Restaurants, shops, and other businesses impacted by the White River Bridge closure can apply for up to $2 million in loans.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
FTC: Amazon misled 35 million Prime customers, $2.5B settlement reached
Amazon has agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a lawsuit with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over the company's Prime subscriptions.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
King County bans software that allows landlords to collude on rent prices
King County's new ban aims to prevent landlords from fixing rent prices, promoting fair housing practices for residents.1 year ago
A jury will look at whether Amazon tricked customers into joining Prime — and made it hard to leave
A federal trial will examine whether Amazon tricked customers into signing up for its Prime service and made it difficult to cancel after they did so.1 year ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
MLB fans report tickets stolen and resold as Ballpark app troubles grow
Some MLB fans have arrived at ballparks this month to discover their digital tickets missing and already resold on platforms such as SeatGeek and StubHub.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Amazon raises worker pay to $23 an hour, invests $1B in wages and benefits
Amazon is increasing the average pay of its fulfillment and transportation employees to more than $23 per hour, an annual increase of $1,600 on average.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Amazon reaches milestone of creating 10,000 affordable homes in Puget Sound region
In 2021, Amazon set course on an ambitious goal to create 10,000 affordable homes throughout the Puget Sound region. As of Friday, Sept. 12, Amazon announced it has reached its housing commitment vision.1 year ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Comcast sues Washington to block law imposing sales tax on advertising
Comcast files suit against Washington's law on advertising sales tax effective October 1, impacting businesses statewide.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Boeing faces more than $3 million in FAA fines
The FAA suggests significant penalties against Boeing, raising concerns about compliance and safety in the aviation industry.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Is it yours? $2M Powerball prize waiting at Washington Lottery
A Tacoma resident holds a Powerball ticket worth $2 million, yet to claim the prize from Washington's Lottery.1 year ago
Julia Dallas
Potbelly being acquired by gas station chain
Discover the implications of Potbelly's acquisition by a gas station chain and what it means for fans and customers alike.1 year ago
Heather Bosch
The latest on Seattle inflation
Discover the latest on Seattle inflation, which increased 2.8% over the year, including a 0.2% rise in the last two months.1 year ago
Jason Sutich
Elon Musk’s xAI joins Seattle’s AI boom with new Seattle-area office plans
Elon Musk's xAI announces plans for a new office in Seattle, marking a significant expansion in the growing AI landscape.1 year ago
Aaron Granillo
Buy insurance through WA Health Exchange? Prepare for sticker shock
Health insurance premiums in Washington's market rise 21% in 2026. Learn how to navigate the WA Health Exchange effectively.1 year ago
Aaron Granillo
Voters to decide on levy increase for Valley Medical Center
South King County voters consider Proposition 1 for Valley Medical Center funding to enhance healthcare services and facilities.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Seattle issues nearly 200,000 parking tickets in first half of 2025
The City of Seattle has issued nearly 200,000 parking tickets in the first half of 2025.1 year ago
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News
From Auburn to Spokane, here are Washington’s ‘luckiest’ lottery stores as Powerball hits $1.8B
With the Powerball jackpot climbing to an estimated $1.8 billion ahead of Saturday night’s drawing, Washington’s Lottery has released a detailed look at the state’s “luckiest” retailers.1 year ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
New sales tax targeting business services looms over WA
Starting Oct. 1, some Washington businesses will have to charge new sales taxes for specific services.1 year ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘So arrogant’: Jake and Spike blast Cracker Barrel’s $700M rebrand attempts
Earlier this week, Cracker Barrel abandoned its plans to rebrand and scrapped its new logo in favor of keeping the "Old Timer" logo in place.1 year ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
Downtown Seattle hotels break record with $126M revenue in July
Downtown Seattle hotels generated $126 million in July, breaking a record for room revenue in a single month set two years prior.1 year ago
