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Collision Aurora van crisis...
Luke Duecy

Driver in crisis runs red light, sparks multi-vehicle crash on Aurora Avenue N.

A chain-reaction crash on Aurora Avenue N injured several people after a driver in crisis ignored a red light.
2 days ago
employer wa forbes microsoft...
Frank Sumrall

WA home to ‘best employer in the world,’ according to Forbes

According to Forbes' latest ranking, the best employer in the world is based right here in Washington.
3 days ago
peacehealth layoffs...
Frank Sumrall

PeaceHealth laying off 241 employees across Pacific Northwest

PeaceHealth announced it is laying off 241 employees, citing financial and operational realities.
3 days ago
measles seattle king county...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Public Health warns of measles exposure at Renton car dealership, Kent arena

Public Health – Seattle & King County has confirmed a measles case in an adult resident who may have exposed others to the virus.
3 days ago
wildfires climate commitment act...
Heather Bosch

Wildfires are big polluters. Should the state use Climate Commitment Act money to fight them?

Faced with a budget deficit during the last session of the legislature, lawmakers cut the amount of money DNR expected to receive for wildfire prevention and response in half.
3 days ago
snap wa trump administration...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk with wire reports

WA, 25 other states sue Trump Administration over SNAP suspension

Washington has joined a coalition of states that are suing the federal government over a looming lapse in federal food benefits.
3 days ago
edmonds food bank...
Aaron Granillo

Edmonds Food Bank teams up with restaurants to combat food insecurity

As food banks across the country brace for increased demand amid inflation and federal benefit cuts, the Edmonds Food Bank is launching a new initiative to strengthen local support: the Restaurant Partner Program.
3 days ago
air traffic controllers government shutdown...
KIRO Newsradio with wire reports

‘How am I going to pay my bills?’: Air traffic controllers object to working without pay

Day 28 of the federal government shutdown marks the first day that air traffic controllers are working without pay.
3 days ago
Dogs rescued from fire...
Frank Lenzi

Fire in Monroe leaves 6 people and 8 dogs without a home

A fire in Monroe has left a family of six and their eight dogs without a home. Support efforts are underway to assist them.
3 days ago
JBLM china sergeant information...
Jason Sutich

Ex-JBLM sergeant sentenced for attempting to provide classified military information to China

A former JBLM sergeant faces justice for trying to deliver classified military information to China, threatening national security.
3 days ago
meta wa layoffs...
KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Meta laying off more than 100 employees in WA

More than 100 Meta employees, the parent company of Facebook, are being laid off in Washington.
3 days ago
I-90 overpass strike cle elum...
Jason Sutich

Gov. Ferguson warns I-90 overpass replacement ‘likely to take several months’

I-90 overpass replacement near Cle Elum will take several months, warns Governor Ferguson following damage from an oversized vehicle.
3 days ago
bill gates climate change...
JENNIFER McDERMOTT, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bill Gates calls for climate fight to shift focus from curbing emissions to reducing human suffering

Bill Gates says its time for a “strategic pivot” in the global climate fight: from focusing on limiting rising temperatures to fighting poverty and preventing disease.
3 days ago
venue seattle crocodile...
Frank Sumrall

Two beloved downtown Seattle venues rumored to close

Two iconic Seattle venues, Madame Lou’s and Here-After, are closing their doors, City Cast Seattle, a podcast and newsletter, confirmed.
3 days ago
wsdot kingston ferry edmonds train crash...
Jason Sutich

Train crash blocking ferry terminal on Edmonds, Kingston route now clear

Ferry service between Edmonds and Kingston is suspended due to a train crash near the Edmonds terminal. Updates to follow.
3 days ago
Kent murder suspect inmate released...
Jason Sutich

Kent murder suspect accidentally released from California jail, manhunt underway

A Kent suspect in a Seattle shooting was mistakenly freed from a California prison, prompting an urgent manhunt for his capture.
3 days ago
ICE Seattle Portland...
Luke Duecy

ICE shakeup expected to reach Seattle and Portland amid push for more deportations

A significant ICE overhaul may impact deportation efforts in Seattle and Portland, raising concerns among local communities.
3 days ago
Seattle homeless run over recycling truck...
Heather Bosch

Recycling truck runs over, kills man

Seattle police said a recycling truck accidentally ran over a homeless man, who was sleeping in front of dumpsters in the middle of a street Tuesday morning.
3 days ago
Kent car thieves sleeping...
Jason Sutich

Getaway nap: Kent car thieves fall asleep with drugs in plain view

Two men in Kent caught stealing a vehicle fell asleep with drug paraphernalia and fentanyl in plain sight, leading to their arrest.
3 days ago
Twin Sisters Creamery recall...
Jason Sutich

3 E. coli cases in PNW linked to Twin Sisters Creamery cheese, recall announced

Three E. coli infections in PNW lead to recall of Twin Sisters Creamery's aged, raw milk cheese for public safety.
3 days ago
Kirkland cold cases...
Jason Sutich

Kirkland PD unveils cold case website, seeks tips on 2006 homicide

Explore Kirkland's new cold case website to aid in solving unsolved investigations and bring closure to families.
3 days ago
bellevue speed safety camera...
Frank Sumrall

Speed safety cameras could be coming to Bellevue by 2026 — here’s where

Certain Bellevue spots and roads could be home to new speed safety cameras after city leadership identified 37 potential locations.
4 days ago
bridge strikes english tests commercial trucking...
Chris Sullivan

Bridge strikes, English tests, and all things commercial trucking

The public has a lot of questions about the safety of big rigs and their drivers after multiple bridge strikes have occurred over the last two months.
4 days ago
Seattle man arrested in $2M West Seattle jewelry heist (Photo Credit: SPD)...
MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle man arrested in $2M West Seattle jewelry heist

Seattle police have arrested a 29-year-old man in connection with a $2 million jewelry store robbery in West Seattle that occurred in August, with three additional suspects still at large.
4 days ago