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Regence Health Plans is reportedly dropping numerous major hospital networks from its coverage for the year 2026. The health insurance provider has allegedly excluded Deaconess, Evergreen Health, Fred Hutchinson, MultiCare (except Yakima), Overlake Medical, PeaceHealth, University of Washington, and Virginia Mason...

Seattle City Council member Joy Hollingsworth has proposed a city-sanctioned homeless encampment, where people can camp in a managed setting and be connected to services, KOMO News reported Thursday. “A lot of people say, ‘Well, people need long-term housing. Well, that’s a long time to build. So while we’re waiting...

kiro7.com - 10/29/2025 11:43:31 PM. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell recently proposed a legislation that would prohibit law enforcement officers from wearing face coverings. The move is aimed at enhancing transparency and accountability within the police force. The law, if passed, would impose a $5,000 penalty for...

It’s no surprise that the homeless population is increasing everywhere. There are fingers pointing blame in every direction, and in many ways, all of them are correct.

The concept of "affordable housing" has been a major focus of government initiatives, particularly in Washington. Many people, especially those earning minimum wage, find themselves questioning what exactly falls under this definition of affordability. The reality seems to be that the term "affordable" does not...

At 6:45 a.m. on Monday, KIRO 7 reporter Linzi Sheldon is talking to the experts, including Zillow, landlords, and real estate agents, to find out: where’s your rent relief?

On the morning of October 31, 2025, officers from the West Precinct responded to a robbery at a gas station near 6th Avenue South and South Michigan Street. The suspect is described as a white male in his 20s, about 5’5” tall, with a medium build. He was dressed in black and wore a face covering.

Police are investigating two separate assaults that took place just a few hundred feet apart in Pioneer Square early Saturday morning. In one attack, detectives are investigating what led to an assault that left a 24-year-old man with at least nine stab wounds. He’s expected to survive, despite injuries to...

This article contains content summarized with AI. Learn more. Kirkland, WA — There’s a new glow on the waterfront after dark. Noii Sushi has quietly opened at 107 Lake St, introducing an evening-focused, modern take on Japanese dining to Kirkland. Early signals point to polished hospitality, eye-catching plates, and...

The King County Sheriff’s Office says that a man was arrested after a fire was started inside a home on Sunday afternoon.