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³ÉÈËXÕ¾ 7 News Staff

3.0 magnitude earthquake hits near Okanogan

Did you feel it? The Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) says a 3.0 magnitude earthquake hit near Okanogan Wednesday morning.
13 days ago
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Frank Sumrall

Seattle Public Schools face legal action over neglecting pregnant, nursing employee needs

Washington Attorney General Nick Brown alleged Seattle Public Schools repeatedly failed to provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant and nursing employees in the latest lawsuit from the Washington Attorney General’s Office.
13 days ago
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Frank Sumrall

PCC to reopen downtown location as a reimagined corner market

PCC Community Markets is reopening its grocery store location in downtown Seattle this summer, but not without some changes.
14 days ago
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Frank Sumrall

Port Angeles 10-year-old found safe in dollhouse on front porch of home

A 10-year-old boy is reportedly missing after last being seen April 15 at approximately 4 p.m. in Port Angeles.
14 days ago
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JAMIE STENGLE, The Associated Press

Suspect in shooting at Dallas high school is in custody, officials say

A suspect in a shooting at a Dallas high school that wounded four students and drew a heavy police response to the campus has been taken into custody, school district officials announced Tuesday night.
14 days ago
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Frank Lenzi

Vancouver BC police: Suspected jaywalker sets 2 officers on fire

After being stopped for jaywalking, a man set two Vancouver, British Columbia police officers on fire, authorities said.
14 days ago
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Julia Dallas

Attorney General sues Seattle Public Schools over alleged mistreatment of pregnant, nursing staff

The AG's Office alleges Seattle Public Schools mistreated pregnant and nursing staff, sparking legal action for employee rights.
14 days ago
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Records show Gene Hackman’s wife researched symptoms of illness in days before her death

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — Authorities on Tuesday released a lengthy investigation report detailing some of the last emails and internet searches done by Gene Hackman’s wife in the days before her death, indicating that she was scouring the internet for information on flu-like symptoms and breathing techniques. Betsy Arakawa died in February of hantavirus pulmonary […]
14 days ago
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Heather Bosch

FEMA denies WA ‘bomb cyclone’ aid—what it means for homeowners

Learn the impact of FEMA's denial of aid for WA homeowners after the November hurricane storm. Understand your options and next steps.
14 days ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Policing from above: Everett launches drones with first responders

Everett initiates a drone pilot program to enhance response times and tackle staffing shortages in law enforcement.
14 days ago
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Louie Tran, ³ÉÈËXÕ¾ 7 News

Community rallies behind Gig Harbor gymnastics coach recovering from brain aneurysm

Families across the region are rallying behind a Gig Harbor gymnastics coach who is recovering from a brain aneurysm. Now, the family is raising awareness to possibly save other lives.
14 days ago
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Julia Dallas

Starbucks tightens dress code for baristas. But why?

Starbucks introduces a new dress code, impacting baristas and customer experiences. Discover the changes and their significance.
14 days ago
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³ÉÈËXÕ¾ 7 News Staff

Person pulled from Lake Washington after car reportedly goes into water

A vehicle reportedly went into Lake Washington, leading to a rescue and medical transport to Harborview Medical Center.
14 days ago
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³ÉÈËXÕ¾ 7 News Staff

Kent police track down, arrest motorcyclist who chased and shot at teen driver

Kent police tracked down a motorcyclist who allegedly chased and shot at a teen driver over the weekend.
15 days ago
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Frank Sumrall

Trump admin intervenes in dispute between WA Superintendent and La Center Schools over pronoun policy

The federal government steps in over La Center's pronoun policy amid tensions with Washington and the Trump administration.
15 days ago
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Frank Sumrall

Ice cream icon Salt and Straw drops Pike Place Market move days after announcement

Salt & Straw bowed out of moving into Pike Place Market less than a week after the ice creamery announced the move.
15 days ago
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Frank Sumrall

Seattle Pride faces $350,000 budget shortfall as corporate sponsorship pull out

Seattle Pride is dealing with a $350,000 budget shortfall after it lost several corporate sponsorships. The organization believes the pullout of sponsorships came from DEI rollbacks, political attacks on the LGBTQ+ community, saving money amid a turbulent forecasted economy, and the recent installation of the new Trump administration.
15 days ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Seattle apartments are getting much smaller, yet remain very expensive

Seattle apartments are much smaller than the national average size. Yet, prices remain high. Why is that?
15 days ago
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Shawn Garrett, ³ÉÈËXÕ¾ 7 News

Bellevue rideshare driver accused of assaulting teen passenger, police seek more victims

Bellevue police are asking for the public’s help after officers arrested a rideshare driver accused of sexually assaulting a 16-year-old passenger during a February trip, according to a department statement.
15 days ago
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Luke Duecy

China halts all Boeing orders amid escalating tariff war with Trump, U.S.

China is stopping all jet orders from American manufacturer Boeing in response to tariffs issued by the Trump administration reaching as high as 145% on Chinese goods and products.
15 days ago
Seattle police are investigating a shooting near Franklin High School in the 2800 block of Rainier ...
³ÉÈËXÕ¾ Newsradio staff

Beacon Hill hit-and-run leaves woman in critical condition

A woman suffered a serious head injury Monday morning in Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood during a hit-and-run crash.
15 days ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

‘Epitome of exploitation’: Climate activists rally against Seattle cruise season

Activists protest against environmental impacts of the upcoming Seattle cruise season, urging action for sustainable tourism practices.
15 days ago
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Julia Dallas

VIDEO: Brave mouse ‘boops’ coyote while being hunted in Snoqualmie

Witness a rare wildlife moment as a mouse confronts a coyote in Snoqualmie, showcasing nature's unexpected bravery.
15 days ago
The Edmonds School Board is considering cuts to staff and student programs as the district faces an...
MyNorthwest Staff

Facing an $8.5M shortfall, Edmonds schools face cuts and layoffs

Edmonds schools confront severe cuts and layoffs due to an $8.5 million budget deficit for the upcoming school year.
15 days ago