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Why the Green River Killer is no longer called an 'offender'
Gary Ridgway -- the most prolific American serial killer who said he has at least 71 victims – is no longer called an inmate or an offender, according to Department of Corrections officials. The serial killer is called a “student” under new DOC guidelines. So are other murderers, rapists and felons.
Windermere Cup brings magic to Montlake every May
A world-renowned Husky tradition—one often called the best free event anywhere in Seattle—began with a front page sports story. It was May 1986 and veteran columnist Blaine Newnham quoted UW coaches as saying that nothing in the world compared to their crew teams’ Opening Day, which had been held in conjunction with the ceremonial first day of Seattle’s boating season since 1970. Thousands of boats and spectators lined the course. The Montlake Cut provided a natural amphitheater.
Heat wave broils Western Washington, shattering Seattle and regional
On June 28, 2021, the third day of a withering heat wave in the Pacific Northwest, the temperature in Seattle soars to 108 degrees, an all-time record. The reading is recorded at nearby Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, which began keeping official records for Seattle in November 1948, and the 108-degree mark is the city's highest temperature in the 151 years since detailed recordkeeping began on February 16, 1870.
Cascade Mall shooting in Burlington: A timeline of events
A gunman killed four people Friday night inside the Macy’s store at Cascade Mall in Burlington, about an hour and 20 minutes north of Seattle, and a fifth victim died hours later at a Seattle hospital. More than two dozen law enforcement agencies joined the search for the shooting suspect, who was arrested Saturday evening and identified as Arcan Cetin. Below is a timeline of how the story developed.
SPD officer fired by department to get back pay and termination reversed
A Seattle police officer fired for the wrongful arrest of a then-69 year old African American man with a golf club on Capitol Hill has settled with the city to get years of back pay, and to have her termination record changed to a retirement. The back pay is more than $105,000 in two lump payments, paying her for 90 hours a month for the time since she was fired. All sustained findings by the Office of Professional Accountability about Whitlatch's conduct will remain in place.
Sam's Club abruptly closes in Seattle, Renton, Auburn
The Sam’s Club locations in Seattle, Renton and Auburn abruptly closed Thursday, part of unannounced closures at Sam’s Club locations in several states. The closures affect 495 workers in Western Washington. Voice messages at the Seattle store, at 13550 Aurora Ave N., and the Renton location, at 901 S. Grady Way, and in Auburn, at 1101 Outlet Collection Way, said they would be reopening at 10 a.m. the next day, Friday Jan. 12.
‘In the midst of the coronavirus, George Clooney comes through.’ Actor sends birthday wish to 100-year-old fan
When Rocky Friedman of Port Townsend, Washington gathered with his sisters last year to plan for their mother’s 100th birthday celebration March 31, she serendipitously sent a one-sentence email. “Dear Miriam,” Clooney wrote. “They tell me you’re 100! I don’t believe it.
‘In the midst of the coronavirus, George Clooney comes through.’ Actor sends birthday wish to 100-year-old fan
When Rocky Friedman of Port Townsend, Washington gathered with his sisters last year to plan for their mother’s 100th birthday celebration March 31, she serendipitously sent a one-sentence email. “Dear Miriam,” Clooney wrote. “They tell me you’re 100! I don’t believe it.
‘In the midst of the coronavirus, George Clooney comes through.’ Actor sends birthday wish to 100-year-old fan
When Rocky Friedman of Port Townsend, Washington gathered with his sisters last year to plan for their mother’s 100th birthday celebration March 31, she serendipitously sent a one-sentence email. “Dear Miriam,” Clooney wrote. “They tell me you’re 100! I don’t believe it.
‘In the midst of the coronavirus, George Clooney comes through.’ Actor sends birthday wish to 100-year-old fan
When Rocky Friedman of Port Townsend gathered with his sisters last year to plan for their mother’s 100th birthday celebration on March 31, she serendipitously sent a one-sentence email.
‘In the midst of the coronavirus, George Clooney comes through.’ Actor sends birthday wish to 100-year-old fan
When Rocky Friedman of Port Townsend, Washington gathered with his sisters last year to plan for their mother’s 100th birthday celebration March 31, she serendipitously sent a one-sentence email. “Dear Miriam,” Clooney wrote. “They tell me you’re 100! I don’t believe it.
‘In the midst of the coronavirus, George Clooney comes through.’ Actor sends birthday wish to 100-year-old fan
When Rocky Friedman of Port Townsend, Washington gathered with his sisters last year to plan for their mother’s 100th birthday celebration March 31, she serendipitously sent a one-sentence email. “Dear Miriam,” Clooney wrote. “They tell me you’re 100! I don’t believe it.
Coronavirus in Washington state: A timeline of the outbreak
A timeline of the coronavirus outbreak in Washington state is below. It will be updated daily throughout March. The Department of Health reported at least 74 deaths from 1,376 coronavirus cases. The first death in Lewis County was announced. Pierce County announced 19 new coronavirus cases, but no new deaths Thursday. Snohomish County announced one more death, moving the total to seven.
'Our families are dying’: Relatives of residents at Washington facility share COVID-19 concerns
KIRKLAND, Wash. — At 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Pat Herrick got a call that her mother, a longtime resident of the Life Care Center in Kirkland, had died. The facility, about 20 miles from downtown Seattle, is known as the epicenter of the new coronavirus outbreak. Eight of the 11 coronavirus deaths confirmed through Thursday afternoon had links to the facility. “The nurse that called me was exceptional,” Pat Herrick said. “I think this is such a bigger picture.
'Our families are dying’: Relatives of residents at Washington facility share COVID-19 concerns
KIRKLAND, Wash. — At 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Pat Herrick got a call that her mother, a longtime resident of the Life Care Center in Kirkland, had died. The facility, about 20 miles from downtown Seattle, is known as the epicenter of the new coronavirus outbreak. Eight of the 11 coronavirus deaths confirmed through Thursday afternoon had links to the facility. “The nurse that called me was exceptional,” Pat Herrick said. “I think this is such a bigger picture.
'Our families are dying’: Relatives of residents at Washington facilit
KIRKLAND, Wash. - At 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Pat Herrick got a call that her mother, a longtime resident of the Life Care Center in Kirkland, had died. The facility, about 20 miles from downtown Seattle, is known as the epicenter of the new coronavirus outbreak. Eight of the 11 coronavirus deaths confirmed through Thursday afternoon had links to the facility. “The nurse that called me was exceptional,” Pat Herrick said. “I think this is such a bigger picture.
'Our families are dying’: Relatives of residents at Washington facility share COVID-19 concerns
KIRKLAND, Wash. — At 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Pat Herrick got a call that her mother, a longtime resident of the Life Care Center in Kirkland, had died. The facility, about 20 miles from downtown Seattle, is known as the epicenter of the new coronavirus outbreak. Eight of the 11 coronavirus deaths confirmed through Thursday afternoon had links to the facility. “The nurse that called me was exceptional,” Pat Herrick said. “I think this is such a bigger picture.
'Our families are dying’: Relatives of residents at Washington facilit
The death toll attributed to the 2019 novel coronavirus, dubbed COVID-19, continues to rise, with tens of thousands of people sickened and thousands of others killed by the virus, mostly in China. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking cases in the U.S. here.
'Our families are dying’: Relatives of residents at Washington facility share COVID-19 concerns
KIRKLAND, Wash. — At 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Pat Herrick got a call that her mother, a longtime resident of the Life Care Center in Kirkland, had died. The facility, about 20 miles from downtown Seattle, is known as the epicenter of the new coronavirus outbreak. Eight of the 11 coronavirus deaths confirmed through Thursday afternoon had links to the facility. “The nurse that called me was exceptional,” Pat Herrick said. “I think this is such a bigger picture.
'Our families are dying’: Relatives of residents at Washington facilit
KIRKLAND, Wash. - At 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Pat Herrick got a call that her mother, a longtime resident of the Life Care Center in Kirkland, had died. The facility, about 20 miles from downtown Seattle, is known as the epicenter of the new coronavirus outbreak. Eight of the 11 coronavirus deaths confirmed through Thursday afternoon had links to the facility. “The nurse that called me was exceptional,” Pat Herrick said. “I think this is such a bigger picture.
'Our families are dying’: Relatives of residents at Washington facilit
The death toll attributed to the 2019 novel coronavirus, dubbed COVID-19, continues to rise, with tens of thousands of people sickened and thousands of others killed by the virus, mostly in China. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking cases in the U.S. here.
’Our families are dying:’ Relatives of residents at Kirkland facility share coronavirus concerns
At 3:30 a.m. Thursday, Pat Herrick got a call saying her mother, a longtime resident at the Life Care Center in Kirkland, had died. The facility, about 20 miles from downtown Seattle, is known as the epicenter of the coronavirus outbreak. Eight of the 10 coronavirus deaths confirmed through Thursday afternoon had links to the facility. “The nurse that called me was exceptional,” Herrick said. “I think this is such a bigger picture.
Washington State Archives finds vintage wrestling collection, Muhammad Ali’s boxing application
The Washington State Archives found a cache of historic wrestling photos and license applications dating back to at least the 1950s. Archives staff also found Muhammad Ali’s application to box in Washington State from June 8, 1970 -- the same year his boxing license was reinstated after his 1967 refusal to join the Army.
The Roosevelt neighborhood: Then and now
By CASEY MCNERTHNEY, SEATTLEPI.COM STAFF Updated 1:56 am PDT, Monday, October 22, 2012 This picture of the old Standard Radio building was taken in March 1947. This picture of the old Standard Radio building was taken in March 1947. Photo: State Archives Photo: State Archives Image 1 of / 39 Caption Close Image 1 of 39 This picture of the old Standard Radio building was taken in March 1947. This picture of the old Standard Radio building was taken in March 1947.
Beloved clown J.P. Patches dies at 84
Chris Wedes, who as Julius Pierpont Patches became one of Seattle's most recognizable figures and a beloved icon to generations, died Sunday morning. He was 84 and had battled blood cancer since 2007. At its peak, "The J.P. Patches Show" on KIRO/7 had more than 100,000 daily viewers and was broadcast in the morning and afternoon. It debuted Feb. 10, 1958, and when it went off the air in 1981 it was the longest-running locally produced children's show in the United States.
Tacoma City Council passes gun tax modeled after Seattle
Update on Nov. 12, 2019: Tacoma City Councilmembers voted Tuesday evening and passed the gun tax based on the Seattle gun tax. The tax will go into effect on July 1, 2020. Council was originally expected to vote on this last month, but concerns were raised, so amendments were made and the vote was pushed back two weeks. Our original report from Oct. 28, 2019 below: Tacoma City Councilmembers are voting on a proposal for a gun tax based on the Seattle gun tax that started in 2016.
City settles lawsuit over Showbox at the Market; price tag set for possible new owner
The City of Seattle and owners of the Showbox property near the Pike Place Market reached a settlement over a lawsuit that creates an option to save the music venue in its current form. The cost for a third party to buy it: $41.4 million. "The owner has always been open to consider any serious purchaser that offers fair market-value," said Aaron Pickus, spokesman for the ownership group 1426 First Avenue LLC.
Green Day, Weezer, Fall Out Boy playing stadium show in Seattle
SEATTLE - Green Day, Weezer and Fall Out Boy are coming to Seattle's T-Mobile Park on July 17, 2020 as part of their Hella Mega world tour. Tickets go on sale to the general public at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 20. Green Day also announced a new record "Father of All …" to be released Feb. 7, 2020, a month before the international part of the tour begins in Singapore. Scroll down to continue reading More news from KIRO 7 DOWNLOAD OUR FREE NEWS APP Weezer was formed in Los Angeles in 1992.
Prosecutors: Man high on meth breaks into Seattle home, eats Raisin Bran
A repeat criminal broke into a Seattle home and was found high on meth eating a bowl of Raisin Bran, prosecutors said. The incident happened about 1:20 a.m. on August 27 in the Greenwood neighborhood, about a block west of Aurora Avenue North. A couple was sleeping when they woke to loud banging noises in their kitchen. “They looked into the hallway from their bed and could see a light turned on for a short moment and then turn off,” a detective wrote in a probable cause document.
Dave Reichert considering challenging Jay Inslee for governor
Dave Reichert, the former King County Sheriff and U.S. Rep. from the 8th District, is considering a run for governor. Reichert, who served in Congress from January 2005 to January 2019, would be a Republican challenger to Jay Inslee, a Democrat trying to be the state's first third-term governor since the 1970s. Reichert was King County Sheriff from January 1997 until his swearing in to Congress. Reichert's consideration of the governor role was confirmed Friday by state GOP Chair Caleb Heimlich.
KIRO 7 investigation leads to testing of DNA from sexually motivated criminals
DNA from criminals convicted of sexually motivated crimes in Seattle is now being tested – three years after KIRO 7 exposed the problem and lawmakers promised to take action. The DNA that could link criminals to hundreds of unsolved crimes has gone untested for years in Seattle, despite judges' orders to enter the samples into an international criminal database. Most of the cases involve sexually motivated crimes, and nearly all the victims have not been notified.
WATCH: Rolling Stones rock CenturyLink Field in Seattle
More than 70,000 people packed CenturyLink Field Wednesday night to watch the Rolling Stones on their No Filter Tour.
Edgar Martinez's Hall of Fame moment with local Marine: 'Thanks for being a DH in Iraq'
In the days leading to Edgar Martinez’s Hall of Fame announcement, Michael Austin watched the vote tracker ever hour hoping he could have a moment like the one he expects this weekend – bringing his wife, son and daughter for their first trip to Cooperstown. When Martinez’s name was announced last January – finally voted in during his 10th and final year on the ballot – Austin immediately went on the computer, finding flights and starting travel plans.
Nancy Moyer cold case: Deputies say Eric Roberts admits to killing mother of 2, then recants
A Thurston County man called 911 to admit killing a mother of two in a decade-old cold case -- then admitted it again multiple times in a recorded interview before leading a detective to where he might have buried her body, investigators said. A day later, he recanted his whole story. On Thursday, a judge in Thurston County still ordered Eric Lee Roberts held on $1.5 million bail for the death of Nancy Moyer, who was last seen in early May 2009. He body was never found.
WATCH: Nordstrom stabbing suspect appears in court
Christopher Morisette, the man who police said stabbed three random victims Wednesday outside the Nordstrom flagship store in downtown Seattle, appeared in court Wednesday afternoon. King County District Court Judge Art Chapman ordered Morisette held on $750,000 bail. Morisette said nothing, but looked at the gallery as he entered the jailhouse courtroom. Before he left, Morisette either kissed or rested his face on the courtroom desk in front of him.
Nordstrom stabbing suspect: A history of violence, attacks
The first call to police came shortly after 10 a.m. Tuesday: Three men were randomly stabbed outside the Nordstrom flagship store in downtown Seattle. The suspect was on the run and taking off his clothes. The first victim was targeted as he walked down the street – after the suspect stabbed himself in the chest – and then police said he cut another man’s neck. The third victim was then stabbed in the back before the suspect allegedly threw the knife into a FedEx truck.
Fourth of July fireworks: Where they are legal in Washington State
Where are fireworks legal and where are they illegal in Washington State? Here is all the information you need to know for the Fourth of July.
Showbox protection voided; judge says city violated due process
UPDATE, 11:34 A.M.: King County Judge Patrick Onishi rules against the Seattle City Council's temporary protection for Showbox Theatre. Onishi called it an "illegal spot rezone" and says city violated due process.
Fight over the Showbox concert venue goes to court
The fight over the Showbox concert venue near the Pike Place Market was in King County Superior Court Friday morning where property owners said they were being illegally singled out – and that Showbox is getting special treatment.
91-year-old woman’s arm broken in random Ballard attack
A 91-year-old woman was assault and suffered a fractured elbow in a random Ballard attack -- and the man charged in the case is a repeat criminal recently released after another Seattle crime. The suspect, Adrian Curtis Parks, 23, has a history that includes harassment, theft and multiple assault convictions.
Nordstrom sets closing date for Northgate Mall store
Nordstrom at Northgate plans to close Friday, August 9 -- 59 years after it opened at the nation’s first suburban shopping center to be called a mall. “This decision will allow us to focus on serving customers at nearby Nordstrom stores, including our Northgate Nordstrom Rack, as well as online,” a statement sent from Nordstrom’s Emily Sterken read.
Health officials shed light on measles following 6th case in King County
Measles cases continue to add up in Western Washington. (Elaine Thompson / AP) A sixth King County measles case in May was confirmed Wednesday by Public Health Seattle and King County. Bothell, Issaquah students ordered home for possible measles exposure In this case, a man in his 40s received care at MultiCare Indigo Urgent Care in Issaquah while he was contagious. His case marks nine recent measles cases among Washington state residents.
Fourth measles case confirmed in King County. See answers from health officials
A fourth King County measles case in May was confirmed Tuesday by Public Health - Seattle and King County. In the new case, a woman in her 30s spent time at sites in King County before she knew she was contagious. Her case marks seven seven recent measles cases in Washington state residents across King, Pierce and Snohomish counties.
Measles concerns: Your questions answered by health officials
The State Health Department said this week there are five new measles cases: two in King County, two in Pierce County and one in Snohomish County. Thursday afternoon, Dr. Jeff Duchin, Health Officer for Public Health – Seattle and King County, answered questions about measles concerns. Should people freak out about the measles scare? “No one should freak out. Everyone should get vaccinated. .,.. We have a highly effective and safe vaccine. We have time. We’re not in the middle of a large outbreak.
Bob Seger's Tacoma Dome concert rescheduled, may end final tour in Tacoma
Bob Seger is coming back to the Tacoma Dome on September 21 – three months after a six-day run in Detroit on his final tour – to make up a February concert cancelled by the snow, Tacoma Dome staff announced Thursday. Seger – known for songs including “Old Time Rock and Roll,” “Night Moves,” “Like a Rock,” and “Against the Wind” – was scheduled to play Tacoma as part of his final tour on Saturday, February 9.
Murderer now charged with rape after a backlogged rape kit tested
A murderer is now charged with rape after his DNA was linked to a backlogged rape kit from 2006, investigators said. Anthony Haroldlee Smith, 33, raped a girl in October 2006, prosecutors said. Her sexual assault kit was completed days after the attack, but the case detective did not know of the match until April 4. In the 2006 case, the girl was driving with a friend near International Blvd and South 216th Street in Des Moines.
Value Village in Lake City to close April 13, employees say
The Value Village in Lake City -- a staple on Lake City Way Northeast since 1970 -- is closing on Saturday, April 13, staff told customers this week. The store at 12548 Lake City Way N.E. opened on April 17, 1970. Previously the building, constructed in 1957, was a Safeway store. The reason for the expected closure is unclear. Neighbors said they also were told of the closure by store employees. Neighbors said they were told thefts are a factor and that employees said they don't feel safe.
Seattle shooting: See a timeline and locations, and info about victims
Two people were killed and two other victims were injured Wednesday after police said a gunman randomly started shooting in the Sand Point neighborhood of North Seattle. This is a timeline of the events and details about the suspect and victims, compiled Wednesday evening with information from Seattle Police, Seattle Fire, King County Metro, the King County Executive's Office, dispatch times and footage from Chopper 7 overhead. See photos of the police response here.
Man who shot 5 people in Seattle given sentence below standard range
A man who shot five people in downtown Seattle in November 2016 – include multiple random victims – was given an exceptionally low sentence Friday by a King County Superior Court judge. Judge Averil Rothrock sentenced Alrick Hollingsworth to nine years in prison -- more than six years less than what prosecutors requested. It also was more than three years below the standard sentencing range of 12.75 years. Prosecutors asked for the maximum of the standard range, 15.25 years.
Seattle Councilmember calls for closed captioning required on all public TVs
A Seattle City Councilmember wants TVs in all Seattle public spaces -- including restaurants and sports bars -- to be required to show closed captioning whenever the TVs are on.
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