L.B. Gilbert
Hillary Franz ends governor run, shifts to replace Derek Kilmer in U.S. House
In an announcement this morning, the Public Lands Commissioner Hilary Franz said that she is dropping out of the race for the next governor of Washington state and instead will be running to represent the 6th Congressional District.3 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Susanna Johnson declares victory over Adam Fortney for Snohomish County Sheriff
Susanna Johnson, candidate for Snohomish County Sheriff, declared victory over incumbent Adam Fortney after Tuesday’s election results were updated Thursday afternoon.3 years ago
Kate Stone and Frank Sumrall
Seattle City Council: It’s Bob Kettle in District 7, Joy Hollingsworth in District 3
Bob Kettle has taken an early lead over incumbent Andrew Lewis for District 7, garnering 55.8% of the vote.3 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Election 2023: Latest Seattle City Council and other Washington numbers
For updated results for some of the most impactful races in the 2023 election for the Puget Sound region, check back as votes continue to be counted.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Aragon falls behind Mosqueda in tight race for King County Council’s District 8 seat
Mosqueda currently served as a Seattle City council member for two terms at the council's at-large Position 8 seat, first elected in 2017.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Analysts: Seattle City Council election shows Democrats worried ‘city streets are unsafe’
Political analysts are saying that this year marks Seattle's turn away from load, progressive politics and towards more business-friendly, public safety-oriented priorities.3 years ago
Frank Sumrall
Johnson outgunning incumbent Fortney for Snohomish County Sheriff
Fortney's opponent Johnson worked at the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office for 30 years, starting as a patrol deputy.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Can progressive candidates surge to prevent Seattle City Council overhaul?
Seattle's electoral history reveals that younger and more progressive voters provide a surge during the final stages of ballot tallying.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Snohomish County roundup: Mayoral incumbents look to be defeated
In Snohomish County, two incumbent mayors appear to be headed to defeat while the Sheriff’s race is too close to call. (For the latest raw vote totals, click on races below.) Snohomish County Sheriff: Susanna Johnson-51.7% vs. Adam Fortnoy-48.2% An election night surprise in Snohomish County, with incumbent Sheriff Adam Fortney trailing behind challenger Susanna […]3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Pierce County roundup: Tight Tacoma City Council races, ‘Tenant Bill of Rights’
Tight Tacoma City Council races and a bellwether Tenants' initiative highlight results in Pierce County. Click on the link to get up-to-date raw vote totals.3 years ago
MyNorthwest staff and The Associated Press
US Election Day roundup: Democratic Gov. Beshear reelected in Kentucky
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear won reelection to a second term Tuesday, notching another significant statewide victory in an increasingly red state.3 years ago
Farnoush Amiri, The Associated Press
Stunning rebuke: House votes to censure Tlaib over her Israel-Hamas rhetoric
The 234-188 tally came after enough Democrats joined with Republicans to censure Rashida Tlaib, a punishment one step below expulsion from the House.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
Burien shelter funding deadline nears as city council meeting gets heated
King County said it will withdraw the funding if Burien does not find a suitable location because the money if from the federal American Rescue Plan Act.3 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Find your closest ballot drop box in King, Snohomish, Pierce Counties
The drop boxes are open 24 hours and will remain open until 8 p.m. Nov. 8. For the full list sorted by county, check below for your closest drop box.3 years ago
James Lynch
Voter turnout expected to be low in important Wash. election
Despite ballots packed with important races and initiatives, only 20% of registered voters will cast ballots.3 years ago
Matt Markovich
Campaign contributions in Seattle City Council races show varied support
Candidates across seven races for Seattle City Council report diverse contributions, with District 7's Bob Kettle leading the pack3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Future of Seattle politics at stake in Tuesday election
Tomorrow's vote will change the face of Seattle politics and could provide much-needed housing for the homeless, but at a cost.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Don’t know who to vote for? We have an excellent resource
Sometimes voting can be tough. How are you supposed to know who is the best choice for judge or fire commissioner?3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Edmonds property taxes likely to rise as city faces budget shortfall
A $2.2 million budget shortfall has led the Edmonds City Council to approve a 1% property tax increase.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert and Lisa Brooks
Seattle approves changes that allow them to pave Burke-Gilman’s ‘missing link’
Organizations have been trying to get the so-called missing link of the Burke-Gilman trail repaired for years, but now the Seattle City Council is putting the bike wheels in motion to change that.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Sen. Murray reintroduces bill to establish tuition-free community, tech college
U.S. Sen. Patty Murray is reintroducing legislation to make two-year technical and community college free for eligible students.3 years ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Wash. Attorney General’s Office must pay $4.2M to Value Village
After six years of legal wrangling, a King County judge has ordered the Wash. Attorney General's Office to pay Value Village more than $4.2 million.3 years ago
L.B. Gilbert
AG Ferguson announces over $2M in recoveries for student borrowers
More than 30 entities have been ordered to pay restitution to over 2,650 Washington residents.3 years ago
