KIRO 7 News
Ballot measure could oust controversial sheriff in Pierce County
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- Ballot measure could oust controversial sheriff in Pierce County
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- 2:01
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Voters in November will likely decide whether Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank keeps his job in the new year, even though Swank is not up for reelection. He was elected in 2024 to a four-year term.
Full story: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/ballot-measure-could-oust-controversial-sheriff-in-pierce-county/IWXKLVZQEZCQDNM6EYUSUO2KWE/
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- 1 person hospitalized in Blaine Border Patrol shooting
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A person was shot by a Border Patrol agent near the Canadian border in Blaine early Tuesday morning. The individual was transported to the hospital following the incident, which occurred around 5:30 a.m. The Federal Bureau of Investigation is currently investigating the shooting.
Full story: https://www.kiro7.com/news/fbi-investigates-border-patrol-shooting-blaine/CHRZ2Y56W5BR3OFHBTAC74A6RM/
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- World Cup activities at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
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- 3:11
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- As World Cup excitement across the city continues, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport is getting in on the action, too.
The airport has FIFA merchandise for sale, merch vending machines, virtual reality stadium field experiences, and massive screens in some of the terminals for people to keep an eye on all of the World Cup matches.
Story: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/heres-how-seattle-tacoma-international-airport-is-joining-world-cup-fun/XR3J7UDVAFBDTCUM5FABFTFATM/
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- FIFA World Cup takes over Seattle!
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- 3:47
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Find more of KIRO 7’s FIFA World Cup in Seattle coverage on kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- 911 working again after statewide outage yesterday
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- 1:34
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- KIRO 7 breaks down what happened during yesterday's statewide 911 outage. Story link: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/911-system-washington-experiencing-statewide-issues-some-counties/2ERDYJEDRNGD7NOU7OYRN6I3G4/
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- Fans gather before Seattle's first World Cup match
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- 1:44
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Find more of KIRO 7’s FIFA World Cup in Seattle coverage on kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- Fans celebrate ahead of first Seattle World Cup match
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- 1:18
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Find more of KIRO 7’s FIFA World Cup in Seattle coverage on kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- Heavy security for the World Cup, experts say cyber attacks could target Seattle
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A heavy police presence was visible at a World Cup match in Seattle, aiming to ensure fan safety. With the World Cup being a global event, safety threats are a reality, necessitating heightened security measures.
https://www.kiro7.com/news/heavy-security-world-cup-experts-say-cyber-attacks-could-target-seattle/4MS5SKNZU5BS3B43R3EPVB2WXE/
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- First World Cup match in Seattle sees over 66,000 fans in attendance
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- 3:02
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- If there was any doubt that Seattle is a soccer city, today’s official World Cup kickoff put that to rest. Egyptian fans were dancing in the street on Monday afternoon, celebrating a 1-1 draw with Belgium. Seattle Stadium was packed with 66,775 fans in attendance, leaving less than 200 empty seats.
Full story: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/first-world-cup-match-seattle-sees-over-66000-fans-attendance/LPQSUBMVPNE4FB746SMHOD642M/
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- Water safety: Rescuers believe multiple factors contributed to teen’s presumed drowning death
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- 2:30
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- First responders say multiple factors may have played a role in the death of a 15-year-old girl who drowned at Lake Sammamish State Park on Sunday night. Eastside Fire and Rescue believes cold water temperatures, heavy clothing, which may have weighed her down, and that she didn’t know how to swim, may have contributed. Learn more about cold water shock here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/water-safety-rescuers-believe-multiple-factors-contributed-teens-presumed-drowning-death/MXDNBDSCYZHUTLPDEVUBMTMVYI/
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- Navigating the commute to Seattle Stadium for FIFA World Cup
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- 2:17
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Monday was Seattle’s first FIFA World Cup match and the city braced for a busy first commute. In total, approximately 750,000 people are anticipated to visit the region for the tournament. The match between Belgium and Egypt ended in a 1-1 tie, but public transit is chalking up the day as a win.
Full story: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/navigating-commute-seattle-stadium-fifa-world-cup/3WGR4AZBKFD5XF67IIGIIJANGE/
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- WA average gas prices remain high as Middle East peace talks continue
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The average price of gas in Washington state is $5.51 for a gallon of regular as U.S. officials continue to negotiate with Iranian officials to end hostilities in the Middle East. Find more like this on kiro7.com
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- World Cup rounds explained
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- 1:10
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- As the World Cup is well underway, here's a breakdown on how all the matches will shake out as teams get to the knockout stage and beyond. Find more of KIRO 7’s FIFA World Cup in Seattle coverage on kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- King County health officials warning of cold water shock
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- 2:30
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- As temperatures heat up around western Washington, officials warn that jumping into some bodies of water could cause "cold water shock." Learn more here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/water-safety-rescuers-believe-multiple-factors-contributed-teens-presumed-drowning-death/MXDNBDSCYZHUTLPDEVUBMTMVYI/
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- Sex and drug trafficking crackdown ahead of World Cup matches
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- 0:50
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The FBI, DHS, and DEA are working to crack down on sex and drug trafficking in Seattle during the World Cup. Find more like this on kiro7.com
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- Law enforcement focuses on drone takedowns for World Cup security
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- 1:24
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- As the FIFA World Cup brings large crowds to the Pacific Northwest, the Renton Police Department is rolling out a new high-tech tool to help keep fans safe both on the ground and in the air.
Full story: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/renton-police-roll-out-new-drone-tracking-tech-ahead-world-cup/KEL3X6FX2JGEDJFP6X3E7I4EII/
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- Fans showed out in Seattle for Belgium vs. Egypt match
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Belgium and Egypt faced off in Seattle with over 60,000 fans in attendance on Monday afternoon. Find more of KIRO 7’s FIFA World Cup in Seattle coverage on kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- Around the Sound: Boeing’s Future of Flight attraction opens in Mukilteo
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The Boeing Future of Flight attraction in Mukilteo offers visitors an opportunity to explore Boeing’s story and serves as a gateway to the Boeing Everett factory, which is considered the world’s largest factory. Find more details here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/around-sound-boeings-future-flight-attraction-opens-mukilteo/PTHRE4XKR5HYNMFDZDAIVB23MQ/
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- High temps ahead of first World Cup match in Seattle
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- 2:02
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Both locals and tourists are enjoying the record heat ahead of the World Cup match in Seattle.
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- Illegal residences found inside burned Tacoma theater
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- 2:21
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- People were living inside an iconic Tacoma landmark when it caught fire last month, according to the city.
A spokesperson said hidden residential dwelling units inside the Temple Theatre were being rented out without the city’s knowledge.
“I went and saw the Fiddler on the Roof there in 1973,” said Lorena Aloisio, who lives in Tacoma.
READ MORE: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/officials-people-were-living-tacomas-temple-theatre-when-it-caught-fire/P4OM74TWMREGLE4WPJHVU3GD7E/
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- Cause of death released for victims of implosion at Longview paper mill
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The Cowlitz County Coroner’s Office has completed the autopsies on the people who died in the implosion at the Nippon Dynawave Industrial plant in Longview.
The office says that everyone died from alkaline chemical burns.
“We ask that you please honor their time to grieve during this difficult period,” the coroner shared.
READ MORE: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/cause-death-released-victims-killed-implosion-longview-paper-mill/YNP7C7UQP5F6TFJELRNL33CGBY/
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- Man accused in deadly Federal Way crash allegedly involved in murder weeks before
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- 2:22
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Prosecutors say the man responsible for a deadly SR-18 crash that killed three people, including a 4-year-old child, was allegedly involved in a murder less than two weeks prior.
King County prosecutors say Robert Bernard Ousley was fleeing law enforcement at the time of the crash. Washington State Patrol (WSP) troopers said the car was going over 130 mph when it sped past them on SR-167 at around 1 a.m. on June 4.
The trooper says the speeding car lost control, hit a guardrail, rolled over, and then smashed into a pole on SR-18 at the Enchanted Parkway and I-5 on-ramps.
READ MORE: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/families-remember-victims-killed-sr-18-crash-suspect-faces-unrelated-murder-charge/AJ4OSVBWTNFOLOXVTLRH2B3UWM/
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- Remembering Pulse nightclub shooting victims 10 years later
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- 0:48
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- On June 12, 2016, a gunman opened fire inside Pulse-- an LGBTQ+ nightclub in Orlando-- killing 49 people. At the time, it was the deadliest U.S. mass shooting.
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- Aftermath of the warehouse fire in Ballard
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A warehouse belonging to Consolidated Supply Co. on Northwest 42nd Street in Ballard was destroyed by fire Thursday afternoon, devastating the piping and plumbing business.
More than 100 firefighters responded to the intense blaze. Three or four employees who were inside the warehouse at the time of the fire safely evacuated the building.
The fire consumed the warehouse, which was filled with plumbing and piping materials, causing explosions that were heard and felt by those nearby.
READ MORE - https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/dramatic-video-shows-fire-sweeping-through-ballard-warehouse/UK6M25S4TBG5RFUYNTE4QWSXPE/
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- Nuclear search team deployed during U.S. World Cup
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- 4:08
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The U.S. Department of Energy's Nuclear Emergency Support Team (NEST) has deployed specialized units across host states to detect and respond to potential radiological threats
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- A look at the aftermath of the warehouse fire in Ballard
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- 2:23
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A warehouse belonging to Consolidated Supply Co. on Northwest 42nd Street in Ballard was destroyed by fire Thursday afternoon, devastating the piping and plumbing business.
More than 100 firefighters responded to the intense blaze. Three or four employees who were inside the warehouse at the time of the fire safely evacuated the building.
The fire consumed the warehouse, which was filled with plumbing and piping materials, causing explosions that were heard and felt by those nearby.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
READ MORE: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/dramatic-video-shows-fire-sweeping-through-ballard-warehouse/UK6M25S4TBG5RFUYNTE4QWSXPE/
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- First look at Seattle Soccer House for the World Cup
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The city of Seattle is hosting several World Cup matches at our stadium. With that, the Seattle Soccer House has been established at Pacific Place Mall, offering activities, viewing parties, and more for the fans.
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- Seattle drivers can expect backups for UW graduation
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Experts are warning drivers in and around Seattle that there will be several backups during graduation celebrations for the University of Washington.
Find more traffic information on KIRO7.com
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- Puyallup Tribe of Indians recognized by Fifa in historic first
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- 2:45
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The South Sound and the Puyallup Tribe of Indians welcomed the World Cup to Washington with a parade, party and fireworks Friday night.
The Puyallup Tribe’s involvement in the event marks Fifa’s first recognition of an indigenous nation as host, a major point of pride for members.
The event’s massive parade through the streets of Tacoma marked the beginning of days of festivities. While the World Cup is happening in Seattle, the tribe will host watch parties, traditional games, Salish celebrations and more.
READ MORE: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/puyallup-tribe-indians-recognized-by-fifa-historic-first/F37IOZN2GFBNJOC6KDM76W2WEY/
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- Local fans gather ahead of the first World Cup matches
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- 2:26
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Find more like this on kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- New WA law targets regulations for e-bike and motorcycle users
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- 1:56
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Starting Thursday, a new Washington state law regulating the use and requirements for electric bikes and motorcycles is going into effect. The law also prevents children from using electric bikes. Learn more here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/new-wa-law-targets-regulations-e-bike-motorcycle-users/RROCYUP2DJDAZCZGMJNYI4BG5I/
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- Federal officials speeding up clinical trials with AI? Here's how
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- 2:05
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Federal drug officials are aiming to significantly reduce the timeline for new drug development by launching real-time clinical trials. Within the trials, clinical data will be reported in real time as the trial progresses, using cloud services and artificial intelligence. Learn more here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/federal-officials-want-cut-down-drug-trial-times-heres-how/6UX2MWRYVVHOHMU5ZVZPX6XPFE/
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- Over a thousand fans gather at Everett waterfront for kickoff of World Cup
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- 2:49
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- World Cup fever has arrived in Everett, where approximately 1,300 fans gathered along the Everett waterfront for a free watch party Thursday. Find this story here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/over-thousand-fans-gather-everett-waterfront-kickoff-world-cup/E6RLWOV3GRBMDJVQ3KSJM3ZJX4/ and more World Cup coverage on kiro7.com/connectttothecup
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- Families remember victims killed in SR 18 crash; suspect faces unrelated murder charge
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- 1:55
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Prosecutors say the man responsible for a deadly SR-18 crash that killed three people, including a 4-year-old child, was allegedly involved in a murder less than two weeks prior. Find more details and fundraisers to support the families of those involved here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/families-remember-victims-killed-sr-18-crash-suspect-faces-unrelated-murder-charge/AJ4OSVBWTNFOLOXVTLRH2B3UWM/
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- Over 100 firefighters battle massive Ballard warehouse fire, one injured
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- 6:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Over 100 firefighters converged on a massive warehouse fire in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood on Thursday evening.
One firefighter sustained minor injuries after the fire broke out at Consolidated Supply Company, creating a large plume of black smoke that Seattleites reported seeing from miles away.
For more details, visit: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/seattle-fire-battling-3-alarm-warehouse-fire-avoid-area-close-windows/OBOSSHWYDJDV7K74ENNE3MS5UA/
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- City of Seattle to shut down several streets near Aurora Ave. to address violence
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- 3:46
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The City of Seattle is rolling out new emergency legislation looking to crack down on gun violence along Aurora Ave. in North Seattle after neighbors have been reporting shooting after shooting just feet from their homes. Violence, they believe, is tied to the sex trade operating on Aurora. Find more details here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/city-seattle-shut-down-several-streets-near-aurora-ave-address-violence/XJSASRQUWFBRRFJMLNHSYTU5CQ/
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- Over 100 firefighters battle massive Ballard warehouse fire
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- 2:12
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Over 100 firefighters converged on a massive warehouse fire in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood on Thursday evening.
One firefighter sustained minor injuries after the fire broke out at Consolidated Supply Company, creating a large plume of black smoke that Seattleites reported seeing from miles away.
Find more details here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/seattle-fire-battling-3-alarm-warehouse-fire-avoid-area-close-windows/OBOSSHWYDJDV7K74ENNE3MS5UA/
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- UW Alum who may have started the wave hopes to see it at World Cup games in Seattle
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- 2:41
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The widely recognized sports stadium phenomenon known as “The Wave” may have originated in Seattle, according to University of Washington (UW) alumnus Robb Weller. Learn more here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/uw-alum-who-may-have-started-wave-hopes-see-it-world-cup-games-seattle/7FLG3ZOOORDZZIW3GNO7F36XYM/
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- Multiple properties reported in 'OnlyFans House' case
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Bellevue police are asking the public for help in their investigation into an alleged sex trafficking ring. The case centers around a home in Bellevue, but investigators report it operated out of several other properties as well.
According to investigators, hundreds of thousands of dollars flowed through the operation, as evidenced by the luxury cars police impounded and the ritzy properties used in the alleged scheme.
Learn more here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/bellevue-police-seek-information-sex-trafficking-investigation/BVAQ4KWRW5DW7A54H3UDR3ZK3U/
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- Search for suspect after Pierce County drive-by shooting
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A man in his 40s is recovering after being shot in the back with a shotgun during a drive-by incident that occurred around 8 p.m. Saturday on Park Avenue South in Parkland. The victim was struck with birdshot, resulting in hundreds of small pellets embedded in his body.
Investigators from the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office are actively working to identify and apprehend those responsible for the shooting.
Find more details here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/man-hit-with-birdshot-parkland-drive-by-shooting/EFBPVI2MENCWNGFYVTZUTCNKHA/
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- Project underway to fix 28,000 defects in Olympia’s sidewalks
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Olympia is working to repair tens of thousands of defects in the city’s sidewalks.
“We’re an older city, and we have a number of sidewalks that are in a state of poor repair,” Michelle Swanson, Principal Planner for Public Works & Transport, told KIRO 7 News.
Of the 226 linear miles of sidewalks in Olympia, there were about 28,000 defects— that’s more than 123 defects per mile.
Learn more here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/project-underway-fix-28000-defects-olympias-sidewalks/7HOVFUVZZRBKXEHXWDFBGBWVXM/
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- Behind the scenes at SEA's new C Concourse expansion
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- 1:57
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- The Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) will officially open its newly renovated C Concourse to the public on Thursday, following years of planning and construction.
The grand opening comes just in time to welcome passengers in Seattle for the FIFA World Cup.
Learn more here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/seas-new-c-concourse-opens-public-thursday/SBVU3QIJWBH2TBKQ7YLFJQTLQM/
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- A taste of the World Cup at Seattle Stadium
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- 4:12
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Find all your Seattle World Cup coverage at kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- Taking a first look at the Sounders World Cup barge
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Find all your Seattle World Cup coverage at kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- Inside Seattle Stadium ahead of World Cup matches
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Find all your Seattle World Cup coverage at kiro7.com/connecttothecup
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- Bill Gates faces Congress over Epstein ties
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Bill Gates said Wednesday that he made a "grave error in judgment" by meeting with Jeffrey Epstein but denied any wrongdoing as the Microsoft co-founder faced hours of questioning from lawmakers about his relationship with the disgraced financier. Find more details here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/business/bill-gates-testify/4NNRBVDYTQ4AZB5PW4CQ7RBLQI/
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- Federal officials want to speed up clinical trials - by using A.I.
- Runtime
- 2:18
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- Federal drug officials are aiming to significantly reduce the timeline for new drug development by launching real-time clinical trials. Within the trials, clinical data will be reported in real time as the trial progresses, using cloud services and artificial intelligence. Learn more here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/federal-officials-want-cut-down-drug-trial-times-heres-how/6UX2MWRYVVHOHMU5ZVZPX6XPFE/
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- Tens of thousands of dollars raised after Ballard home, commercial kitchen burns
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- A Ballard couple is displaced, and the future of their livelihood is uncertain, after a fire claimed their home and commercial kitchen. Learn how the community is rallying around them, and find a fundraiser to help at: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/tens-thousands-dollars-raised-after-ballard-home-commercial-kitchen-burns/H3L35EKQBNCTXM2FNPEOHD3ZKY/
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- Watch out for hot weather during World Cup matches
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- 2:30
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
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- Cities across the Puget Sound region are preparing to host free World Cup watch parties and with warm weather expected through the end of the week and temperatures slated to rise, attendees are advised to stay hydrated, especially given that some may be consuming alcohol.
Full story: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/watch-out-hot-weather-during-world-cup-matches/SEUCIR3LWFBXDGI6LKAK6RPPBM/
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- Police search for suspect after drive-by shooting in Parkland
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- 2:42
- Date posted
- 3 months ago
- Description
- A man was seriously injured in a drive-by shooting in Parkland over the weekend, according to the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office. Despite searching the area and speaking with witnesses, deputies did not find any suspects or involved vehicles. Find more details here: https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/man-seriously-injured-parkland-drive-by-shooting/AX3762MDVVALVNCTHONDSJ6SXI/
