Julia Dallas
County official proposes criminal program: Pay fine, seek treatment or leave
The Mason County Commissioner is proposing a new program for people who commit misdemeanor crimes that would give them the option to relocate.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
King County to replace correctional facility with modern jail, behavioral health center
A report outlines plans to replace the aging King County Correctional Facility with a modern jail to serve the needs of inmates.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Interim SPD Chief Rahr on police-city relations: ‘Can we please hit the reset button?’
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell appointed Sue Rahr as the city's interim police chief after removing Adrian Diaz from the role due to accumulating allegations.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Seattle City Council takes steps to expand use of automated license plate readers
A Seattle City Council committee expanded the use of automated license plate readers across the Seattle Police Department's fleet Tuesday.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Inslee directive requires Washington hospitals to provide emergency abortion care
Washington Gov. Jay Inslee has issued a directive requiring the Department of Health to ensure hospitals provide emergency abortion care.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Newcastle not raising Pride flag over city hall: ‘You want a Hamas flag? Or a MAGA flag?’
The Newcastle city council voted 4-3 against raising the Pride flag over city hall in support of the LGBTQ+ community during Pride Month.2 years ago
The MyNorthwest Staff with wire reports
Senate GOP blocks bill to protect contraception access; Murray, Cantwell react
Senate Republicans have blocked legislation designed to protect women's access to contraception, arguing that the bill was just a stunt.2 years ago
The KIRO Newsradio staff with wire reports
Judge denies state GOP attempt to keep initiatives’ financial impact off ballot
A judge ruled Friday that what have are known as "financial warning labels" must be included with initiatives on the November ballot.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Reichert: Ferguson trying to ‘undermine my reputation’ as honest public servant
"That question seems to be almost comical," gubernatorial candidate Reichert said. "No. 1, why does it matter who I'm going to vote for?"2 years ago
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk
OPA opens probe over incident where Seattle officers appear to be beating man
Seattle's civilian police watchdog agency has confirmed it is investigating Seattle officers seen on social media appearing to beat a man.2 years ago
Associated Press
Ukraine uses US weapons to strike inside Russia, a Western official tells AP
Ukraine has used U.S weapons to strike inside Russia in recent days, according to a Western official familiar with the matter told the AP.2 years ago
The MyNorthwest staff with wire reports
Biden rolls out border asylum restrictions; Washington officials react
The president has unveiled plans to enact immediate significant restrictions on migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
‘Consider every option’: State GOP leader addresses Semi Bird endorsement
The Washington Republican Party's head said leadership is looking at the new allegations against endorsed candidate for governor, Semi Bird.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Is it a tax or not? Attorney general sued over controversial ballot language
Rep. Jim Walsh sued Attorney General Bob Ferguson over what Walsh calls "warning labels" the attorney general must include on the ballot.2 years ago
Maria Verza and Mark Stevenson
Mexico elects Claudia Sheinbaum as its first female president
Mexico’s projected presidential winner Claudia Sheinbaum will become the first female president in the country’s 200-year history.2 years ago
Steve Coogan
Vice President Kamala Harris returns to Seattle for fundraising events
Vice President Kamala Harris returned to Seattle Saturday for two fundraising events, including one in West Seattle.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
Matt Markovich
Lawmakers, judges, prisoners seek resentencing reform amid victim concerns
The resentencing reform effort arises as victims of violent crime argue the proposed state law doesn't take their healing into consideration.2 years ago
Julia Dallas and Steve Coogan
Washington Republicans, Democrats react to Trump’s guilty verdict
Donald Trump was found guilty, on Thursday, of falsifying business records. The verdict makes him the first former president to be convicted.2 years ago
Matt Markovich
Diaz to depart as SPD chief; Interim Sue Rahr to focus on cultural change
Former King County Sheriff Sue Rahr will replace Adrian Diaz and serve as interim Seattle Police chief, Mayor Bruce Harrell said.2 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Adrian Diaz out as Seattle Police Chief, will stay with department
Rumors are swirling amongst officers that Seattle Police chief Adrian Diaz is out after the mayor's office grew tired of "drama."2 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz Exclusive: Semi Bird reprimanded for fraud against US Army, after ‘stolen valor’ claims
Gubernatorial candidate Semi Bird committed acts of stolen valor, even admitting to defrauding the U.S. Army.2 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Will the minimum wage for delivery drivers in Seattle be lowered?
The Seattle City Council is expected to vote on a new ordinance that would repeal the recently-instituted mandatory minimum wage for delivery drivers.2 years ago
