James Lynch
Renton police roll out new drone-tracking tech ahead of World Cup
As the FIFA World Cup brings large crowds to the PNW, the Renton Police Department is rolling out a new high-tech tool to help keep fans safe.14 hours ago
Ranji Sinha, KIRO 7 News
UW Alum who may have started the wave hopes to see it at World Cup games in Seattle
The widely recognized sports stadium phenomenon known as “The Wave” may have originated in Seattle, according to University of Washington (UW) alumnus Robb Weller.14 hours ago
Julia Dallas
Convicted felon arrested in connection with $47,000 Marysville jewelry theft
A convicted felon was arrested in connection with the theft of more than $47,000 in jewelry at the JCPenney store in Marysville.14 hours ago
Nate Connors
I-5 through downtown Seattle closing Friday night for fire systems testing
Late-night travelers through downtown Seattle will face a full closure on I-5 in the southbound direction, Friday night beneath the Convention Center.15 hours ago
Aaron Granillo
King County road tax passes 5-4 despite pushback from Seattle leaders
A new road tax in King County passed 5-4 Friday, despite opposition from Seattle lawmakers.15 hours ago
Julia Dallas
Driver who died after colliding with school bus near Graham identified
A driver who collided with a school bus full of students on SR 161 near Graham on Thursday has been identified.16 hours ago
Frank Lenzi
Hot, dry weekend raises Washington wildfire concerns: ‘Don’t be that spark’
As Washington braces for a hot, dry weekend, state officials are warning about the possibility of wildfires.18 hours ago
Manda Factor
Rick Rizzs on why the World Cup in Seattle will feel like October baseball
Rick Rizzs compared the World Cup energy to October baseball, drawing on his experience calling every Mariners playoff game.19 hours ago
James Lynch
100 Safe Days of Summer: Bellevue police step up DUI, distracted driving patrols
The Bellevue Police Department is launching its annual "100 Safe Days of Summer" traffic safety campaign, increasing DUI and distracted-driving enforcement.20 hours ago
BERNARD CONDON, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
SpaceX stock soars in debut and makes Elon Musk the first trillionaire
The world’s richest man just became its first trillionaire. Shares in Elon Musk’s rocket company SpaceX soared 25% after opening for trading at noon Friday.20 hours ago
Jon Repp, KIRO Newsradio
From floating barges to libraries, Seattle offers dozens of ways to watch the World Cup
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has arrived in Seattle, and fans without tickets to the six matches at Seattle Stadium have no shortage of options to catch the action.22 hours ago
Frank Sumrall
Chili’s returns to western WA with new location at SEA airport
A second Chili's has officially opened in Washington, this time within Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).22 hours ago
Frank Sumrall
Amazon says its data centers are 7x more water-efficient than industry average
Amazon revealed its data centers are seven times more water-efficient than the industry average.22 hours ago
Frank Sumrall
Man shot in downtown Seattle overnight Friday, suspect on the loose
A man was shot in the leg in downtown Seattle early Friday morning, and is currently in serious condition.23 hours ago
Frank Sumrall
Marysville breaks ground on more affordable housing as population continues to spike
As Marysville's population continues to grow, city leadership has approved adding more affordable housing.24 hours ago
Frank Sumrall
Xbox faces thousands of layoffs this summer as new CEO orders gaming division ‘reset’
Microsoft's Xbox division is expected to undergo significant layoffs this summer as the gaming department undergoes a "reset."1 day ago
Paul Holden
Perfect weather for a perfect weekend: Your guide to all the sun-soaked fun
The end of the school year is here, and that means it is time to get after all the summer fun!1 day ago
Julia Dallas
2 Snohomish County sisters indicted in alleged $80,000 gift card fraud scheme
Two sisters in Snohomish County were indicted in an alleged gift card scheme that defrauded a retailer of more than $80,000.1 day ago
Julia Dallas
100+ firefighters battle Ballard warehouse fire — roof collapses, one firefighter injured
Seattle fire crews battled a massive warehouse fire in Ballard Thursday afternoon, needing more than 100 firefighters to respond.2 days ago
Jason Sutich
Bremerton couple pleads guilty to identity theft, bank fraud scheme that stole nearly $229K
A Bremerton woman pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and identity theft for a scheme that stole nearly $229,000.2 days ago
Frank Lenzi
Seattle man charged with murder in deadly Kent apartment complex shooting
A Seattle man has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting in Kent.2 days ago
Trump calls off latest threats to strike Iran, cites breakthrough in talks to end the war
U.S. President Donald Trump said Thursday he had called off new military strikes on Iran, claiming a breakthrough in negotiations to end the war.2 days ago
Frank Lenzi
Plan ahead: Tacoma roads to close for World Cup kickoff parade
The first 2026 FIFA World Cup match in Seattle will not be played until Monday, but the celebration begins Friday night in Tacoma.2 days ago
