Crowned Crane Escapes Zoo in Washington
In Issaquah, Washington, a young East African crowned crane has escaped from Cougar Mountain Zoo, triggering a local search and surprising birdwatchers near Lake Sammamish. The crane, known for its golden feathered crest and long legs, was last seen gliding near the boat launch at Lake Sammamish State Park on Wednesday afternoon. Zoo officials say … The post Crowned Crane Escapes Zoo in Washington appeared...
Taste global dishes at ‘Bite of Bernadette’ festival in Burien on Saturday, May 16
A multicultural food festival featuring global cuisine, live music and family activities will take place in Burien on Saturday, May 16, according to St. Bernadette Parish School. The “Bite of Bernadette” is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the school parking lot (map below) and is designed to...
Woman faces long road to recovery after Lime bike crash on Seattle’s Aurora Avenue
SEATTLE - Weeks after a serious crash on a Lime bike in Seattle, a young woman remains in the hospital with a long road to recovery. Leiloni Twinn and a friend were both riding a Lime bike when they possibly took a wrong turn onto Aurora Avenue and were hit by a truck. Her family says she's now able to talk, but is struggling with...
Thursday at 5:30: KIRO 7 Investigates sky-high markups at the airport
You probably expect sky-high prices for products at the airport, but did you know there is a policy in place at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to cap them?
The 12 Best Hamburger Restaurants In Washington For A Perfect Bite
There is something about a really good burger that makes me forget every sensible plan I had for the day. Washington has plenty of places where the patties hit the grill, the buns come out soft and warm, and suddenly a quick lunch turns into the whole reason for the drive.
See water in action at the PUD’s Hydropower Appreciation Days May 15-16
Will you chip in to support our nonprofit newsroom with a donation today? Yes, I want to support My Edmonds News!. Snohomish County PUD invites community members to Hydropower Appreciation Day from 9 a.m.-noon May 15-16 at the Woods Creek Sustainability Center in Monroe. Attendees will receive a behind-the-scenes look at how the utility turns water into clean, renewable electricity...
Seattle mayor’s verbal missteps prompt national and viral attention, leadership questions
SEATTLE — Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and her staff may want a do-over following last week, after a shooting, an unearthed viral clip, and an interview interrupted by a junior staff member led to national attention for everything except civic public policy. On April 28, gunfire erupted near the...
Man arrested in connection to death of Covington family member
A man accused of killing a family member in Covington is now behind bars. The King County Sheriff’s Office has been searching for Kyle Cathcart since Friday after someone was found dead inside a home on 186th Place SE. The City of Covington announced Tuesday that Cathcart was arrested...
Residents shaken after 15-year-old assaulted near Northgate bus stop; suspect in custody
SEATTLE — A violent assault on a teenage girl in Seattle has left residents in the Northgate neighborhood shaken and on high alert. Police say the attack happened Tuesday morning around 9 a.m. near Northeast 103rd Street and Fifth Avenue Northeast, where a 15-year-old girl was waiting at a bus stop.
‘Losing a lot of money.’ Johnny’s Dock has closed again with no firm future
Less than a year since Johnny’s Dock reopened at Thea Foss Marina and Landing under new ownership, the restaurant has closed again and will remain so for the foreseeable future. Roy Kissler, a majority owner of the waterfront property on East D Street, confirmed in a phone call Tuesday that the restaurant closed last weekend. The tenant, which went by the name Johnny’s Dock...
