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Frank Lenzi

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Frank Lenzi

³ÉÈËXÕ¾ News Director Frank Lenzi came to us from crosstown rival KNWN (formerly KOMO Newsradio), where he worked for 16 years, most recently serving as Program Director and News Director. With nearly 30 years of experience in journalism, Frank brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to ³ÉÈËXÕ¾ Newsradio. He led coverage of major events such as the 2009 Lakewood Police shooting, the 2014 KOMO TV helicopter crash, and the 2020 police dispersal of the Seattle CHOP Zone. When he's not at work, Frank can be found on a tennis court or watching a tennis match. His other passion is music, particularly from the ‘80s. His favorite artists include Depeche Mode, INXS, Scorpions and AC/DC. Frank and his wife live in Tacoma with their beloved cat.

Man stabbed in Capitol Hill: SPD investigates Tuesday night attack

Police are looking for a person who stabbed a man Tuesday night in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood.
2 months ago

One person in custody for shooting at car on I-5 in Seattle

Troopers with Washington State Patrol say one person is in custody after shooting at a car on Interstate 5.
2 months ago

Woman stabbed in Shoreline, deputies searching for suspect

Deputies with the King County Sheriff’s Office responded to a stabbing in the Shoreline neighborhood of Seattle Tuesday afternoon.
2 months ago

Officers would confiscate cars from police evaders under proposed bill

Some state lawmakers, including a former police officer, want to crack down on people who try to run from police.
2 months ago

Teachers, supporters rally at the capitol to demand more school funding

The fight for more school funding was loud and clear Monday, as hundreds of parents, teachers, and students held a rally outside the state capitol in Olympia.
2 months ago

Seattle Police arrest ‘prolific DUI driver’

Seattle police say they have arrested a "prolific DUI driver."
2 months ago

Gun violence down but it’s ‘not mission accomplished’ in King County

For the first time since 2018, King County has reported a decline in gun violence, according to the King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office. The latest data, compiled from 39 law enforcement agencies across the county, shows a significant decrease in the number of homicides, non-fatal shootings, and reports of shots fired in 2024.
2 months ago

Six years later police continue efforts to solve a homicide in Marysville

The Marysville Police Department has taken to social media in hopes of gathering information that could help solve a hit-and-run homicide from six years ago.
2 months ago

1 killed, 1 injured in fire at Tacoma gun range

One person has died, and another was injured following a fire at Bull’s Eye Indoor Range in Tacoma on Sunday evening.
2 months ago

South Sound family of seven left homeless after mobile home fire

A family of seven is homeless after flames ravaged their mobile home.
2 months ago

King County Sheriff’s Office mourns beloved retired K9 Frodo

The King County Sheriff's Office is mourning the loss of one of its retired K9s. K9 Frodo passed away passed away peacefully on Feb. 7, surrounded by his faithful handler and loving family.
2 months ago

‘I was very surprised’: Local victims get back more than just stolen car

More than 26,000 cars were stolen in Washington last year according to the Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force, and if their owners are fortunate enough to get them back, they’re often saddled with a time-consuming new problem: they need to clean up and clean out their vehicle.
2 months ago

Kent officer shoots armed man on Des Moines beach after crisis response

A Kent police officer shot a 58-year-old man on a Des Moines beach Friday evening after authorities responded to reports of an armed individual who had threatened himself and family members, according to police.
2 months ago

Kitsap deputies search for hit-and-run driver who left scene with damaged Jeep

The Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that left a Bremerton man with minor injuries.
2 months ago

Mount Vernon police arrest man linked to fatal overdose, illegal firearms

A Mount Vernon man has been arrested in connection with a suspected drug overdose death, according to the Mount Vernon Police Department.
2 months ago

King County sees first decline in gun violence since 2018, report shows

On Thursday, the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office released a 2024 Gun Violence Report. The report shows homicides by firearms down nearly 30% in 2024. With 107 firearm homicide victims in 2023, down to 75 firearm homicide victims in 2024.
2 months ago

Driver plows through fences, crashes into West Seattle home, police say

Seattle police arrested a 28-year-old woman early Thursday after she crashed her car into an occupied home in West Seattle.
2 months ago

Early morning shooting in Tacoma leaves one dead

A man was shot to death early Friday morning in Tacoma.
2 months ago

Meet Ryan: Seattle Police comfort dog supporting victims of abuse

The Seattle Police Department is giving a shout-out to one of its dogs: "Ryan" is a 4 ½-year-old yellow English Labrador Retriever.
3 months ago

Murray calls Trump funding freeze “illegal and deeply harmful”

Sen. Patty Murray (D-WA) will hold a virtual press conference today to highlight how she believes President Trump's funding freeze is putting energy jobs at risk in Washington and across the country.
3 months ago

Strong winds and freezing rain: North Bend residents and businesses prepare

Businesses and residents in North Bend are bracing for the strong winds that will only add to the freezing temperatures.
3 months ago

UPDATE: Police pursuit called off twice prior to fatal motorcycle crash in Skagit County

The southbound lanes of Interstate 5 are blocked due to a fatal motorcycle crash in Mount Vernon.
3 months ago

Broadway reopens after fatal pedestrian crash in Everett

One person died after a collision involving a pedestrian and a vehicle Tuesday morning in Everett.
3 months ago

‘Your food is unseasoned’: Gee Scott roasts Velveeta lovers ahead of Super Bowl Sunday

If you’re looking for a Super Bowl Party where the hosts are serving Velveeta, you won’t find it at Gee Scott's house.
3 months ago