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MyNorthwest Lead Editor

Frank Sumrall

Frank Sumrall is the lead editor for MyNorthwest originally from the North Bay in California. After working as an online reporter for The Press Democrat and earning his journalism degree at San Francisco State University, he worked at NorthBay biz Magazine for three years as associate editor before joining Bonneville International and making the move up north. He loves hanging out with his 15 year old cat, Hobbes, and consuming sports on a daily basis.

President of Seattle University departing to lead Georgetown University

Seattle University is preparing for a leadership transition after its president, Eduardo Peñalver, announced he will leave his post next summer to become president of Georgetown University.
15 days ago

WSP trooper hospitalized after suspected drunk driver crashes into vehicle

A Washington State Patrol (WSP) trooper was sent to the hospital overnight after being hit by a suspected drunk driver.
15 days ago

WA senator seeks investigation into DHS’ Kristi Noem’s airport PSA blaming Democrats

Washington Senator Maria Cantwell seeks an investigation into DHS Secretary Kristi Noem's airport PSA blaming Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown.
16 days ago

Amazon layoffs loom: 15% of HR team expected to be cut as AI push accelerates

Amazon is expected to cut more jobs by trimming its human resources team by a significant margin.
16 days ago

Tacoma considering expanding camping ban to parks, playgrounds, libraries

A vote is set for next week, as the Tacoma City Council considers a proposal that would further expand the city’s camping ban.
16 days ago

Seattle sales tax could hit 10.45% after council OKs increase for public safety

The Seattle City Council approved a 0.1% sales tax increase on Tuesday for public safety, which now awaits Mayor Bruce Harrell's signature.
16 days ago

‘Good boy’ Gambit: K9 aids arrest after reckless-driving stop in Kent

A K9 unit aided in the arrest of a suspect after he led police on a foot chase in Kent.
17 days ago

Green River Dan Evans Bridge reopens to traffic

State Route 169 on the Green River Dan Evans Bridge reopened on Tuesday morning after nearly a month of being closed to traffic.
17 days ago

Dog beaten to death at Seattle kennel by ex-employee, suspect faces animal cruelty charges

A Ballard kennel employee is facing animal cruelty charges after he allegedly killed a dog by beating it to death.
17 days ago

Two right lanes of SB I-5 are blocked after pickup truck wedged under fuel hauler

Two right lanes of southbound I-5 are blocked after a pickup truck was wedged under a fuel hauler early Tuesday morning.
17 days ago

Thousands of PNW Kaiser Permanente workers picket amid nationwide strike

Thousands of Kaiser Permanente healthcare workers are walking off the job Tuesday morning in one of the biggest national healthcare strikes of 2025.
18 days ago

Elementary teacher arrested in Coulee Dam for crimes against children

A 42-year-old elementary school teacher was arrested after an undercover sting revealed the instructor was communicating with a minor for "immoral purposes."
18 days ago

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, Speaker Johnson warns

Republican Speaker Mike Johnson predicted Monday the federal government shutdown may become the longest in history.
18 days ago

Sunny skies return to Seattle after first fall storm clears out

Any remnants of Seattle's first autumn storm have cleared out in favor of sunny skies Monday.
18 days ago

Blewett Pass back open after closing in both directions due to heavy snowfall

Blewett Pass, a mountain pass in the Wenatchee Mountains along US 97, was shut down in both directions Monday morning due to heavy snowfall.
18 days ago

Ammonia leak at factory prompted early morning shelter-in-place order for Burlington residents

An ammonia leak reported at Scoular Factory led to a shelter-in-place order for many residents in Burlington residents early Monday morning.
19 days ago

Deputies, inmate injured in chaotic fight inside Thurston County Jail

A violent fight broke out inside the Thurston County jail last weekend, according to the Thurston County Sheriff's Office.
19 days ago

Auburn Mayor: ‘I had no idea’ South Hill rapist was released to Auburn

"I had no idea until we heard it in the media," Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus said regarding Kevin Coe's, also known as the "South Hill rapist," release.
21 days ago

Person injured, dog killed in Olympia hit-and-run

The Thurston County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for a driver who committed a hit-and-run in Olympia.
21 days ago

Capitol Hill landmark movie theater to close permanently

The SIFF Cinema Egyptian movie theater is permanently closing after suffering from flood damage last year.
21 days ago

Pierce County couple shot to death inside home; teen found hiding in closet

Pierce County deputies are investigating a double homicide after a couple was found dead in their home Thursday night.
22 days ago

Last 70+ degree day in Seattle is in rearview mirror as rain strikes region

Rain is on tap for Seattle and the Puget Sound region for the rest of the week, with the latest weather pattern ushering in cool, wet autumn weather starting Thursday.
22 days ago

All lanes on northbound I-5 re-opened after fatal crash in Kent near SR 516

All lanes on northbound I-5 have reopened after a crash occurred at the SR 516 intersection in Kent early Friday morning.
22 days ago

Two dead from gunshot wounds in domestic violence incident in Poulsbo

Two people were found dead Tuesday morning in a home in unincorporated Poulsbo, the Kitsap County Sheriff's Office confirmed.
22 days ago