Sam Campbell
‘A lot of my income is already being taken:’ Seattleites pay US’ highest sales tax, report says
A report shows two Washington cities have the highest sales taxes in the nation -- Seattle and Tacoma.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
How Washington residents can get $200 toward their electric bills
Washington families can apply for a $200 electric credit through the Washington Families Clean Energy Credits Grant Program.2 years ago
Associated Press
Alaska Airlines clears a big hurdle in its proposed merger with Hawaiian Airlines
Alaska Airlines is one step closer to acquiring Hawaiian Airlines after the DOJ chose not to challenge the $1 billion deal.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Starbucks CEO could make $100M while working remotely
When Starbucks named Brian Niccol its new chairman and CEO, the company hoped he could revive fading sales and re-establish the coffee giant.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Alaska Airlines flight attendants reject tentative contract
Alaska Airlines flight attendants have rejected their union’s tentative contract. The union represents 6,900 Alaska employees.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Seattle’s Smith Tower sold to a local Seattle ownership group
Seattle's iconic Smith Tower and Butler Garage have been acquired by a group of local investors led by Seattle-based GT Capital.2 years ago
Sam Campbell and Steve Coogan
Despite sagging stocks, analysts allay recession fears, suggest investors hold steady
A stunning Monday pummeled Wall Street with more steep losses, as fears, for investors and others, worsened about a slowing U.S. economy.2 years ago
Associated Press
Dow drops over 1,000 points, Japan’s stocks suffer worst crash since ’87 on US economy worries
Nearly everything on Wall Street is tumbling as fear about a slowing U.S. economy worsens and sets off another worldwide sell-off of stocks.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
DoorDash to implement new fee amid frustrations with Seattle City Council
DoorDash is implementing additional fees in Seattle the company deems necessary. However, critics say DoorDash is extorting the city.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
The other side of repealing the Washington capital gains tax
The Washington State Budget and Policy Center warns that repealing the capital gains tax could lead to the loss of over 10,000 jobs.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
City of Seattle oversight leads to tens of thousands getting $10 checks
A curious turn of events unfolded in Seattle as over 44,000 car owners and businesses began receiving unexpected $10 checks.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Activists call on Amazon to speed up climate goals amid Prime Day
Environment groups are protesting outside the Amazon Spheres, using Prime Day to bring attention to their cause.2 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
It’s a MOD world: Pizza company saved from bankruptcy, for the moment
MOD Pizza, teetering on the brink of bankruptcy, has been purchased by Elite Restaurant Group. (Getty Group)2 years ago
Steve Coogan
These 124 Washington stores will be impacted by the Kroger-Albertsons merger
Kroger and Albertsons revealed Tuesday the full list of 579 stores they will sell off to ease antitrust concerns over their proposed merger.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Washington auditor sees biggest state employee fraud case in 15 years
The state employee misappropriated $878,115 between 2019 and 2023 at the Office of Administrative Hearings.2 years ago
The KIRO 7 staff with wire reports
Sea-Tac Airport, others see summer surge in number of travelers
Sea-Tac Airport is seeing a summer surge in travel with passengers pouring in and through in June. TSA has seen the same nationwide.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Ex-financial TV analyst who became a fugitive arrested for fraud in Washington
A former CEO of two investment firms who was a frequent paid guest on a cable network's programs has been arrested for fraud.2 years ago
Associated Press
Boeing CEO apologizes to relatives of 737 Max crash victims, defends firm’s safety record
Lawmakers grilled the Boeing CEO about the firm's plans to fix its manufacturing issues and its willingness to heed whistleblowers' warnings.2 years ago
Micki Gamez
Kia deals with another massive recall as Telluride SUVs face a risk of fire
Kia and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration announced a recall Friday, this time for nearly half a million Kia Telluride SUVs.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Seattle homeowners face sticker shock with new levies
Seattle homeowners should be prepared for sticker shock after an approved housing levy and proposed transportation levy take shape.2 years ago
Julia Dallas, MyNorthwest and Heather Bosch, KIRO Newsradio
Get your money! State’s deadline for tuna, chicken refunds approaching
Time is running out to submit a claim for a chicken and canned tuna lawsuit filed by the Washington State AG's Office.2 years ago
Julia Dallas
Washington insurance: Health plan prices may rise; new rule set to begin
A new rule is starting Saturday for Washington insurance while the OIS is reviewing increase proposals for individual health insurance.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Amazon to close Tukwila warehouse, impacting hundreds of workers
Amazon is shutting down a warehouse in Tukwila and the upcoming closure will affect hundreds of employees.2 years ago
