Stories for April 2009
Stories for Tuesday, April 28
Federal Shipment Of Swine Flu Treatments Coming To WA
Despite no known cases of swine flu in Washington, the state will receive a federal supply of antiviral medication to treat 230,000 people.The shipment is just a precautionary measure that’s expected to arrive within the next week, according to a press release from Washington’s Department of Health (DOH).The antiviral medication ...
School District Turning Down Money, Still Laying Off Teachers
As one school district warns 200 teachers that they could be laid off, another district facing job cuts is turning down millions of dollars.Gov. Christine Gregoire said she wants to help kids in the classroom by calling a special legislative session. She hopes lawmakers will lift the levy lid for ...
May 13: $6 For The 60th!
On May 13, 2009 Seafair will be 60-days away from kicking off its 60th Celebration and to commemorate this historic event your summer celebration will be offering Chevrolet Cup Hydroplane Race and KeyBank Air Show tickets for just $6. In addition, Seafair will also offer Torchlight Run registration for just ...
Kent Man Arrested In 'Snuff Sex' Craigslist Ad
Seattle police officers arrested a 24-year-old Kent man who allegedly posted an ad on the Craigslist Web site that indicated he wanted to have sex with a woman and then kill her, reported KIRO 7 Eyewitness News.Police were notified of the "snuff sex" ad on Wednesday, entitled "A Strange Desire," ...
Police Look For Clues, Witnesses In Fatal Auburn Shooting
Auburn police are looking for witnesses, video or any other information about the fatal shooting of a 29-year-old man on Tuesday.Police said a 19-year-old and the 29-year-old were arguing in an alley when the 19-year-old pulled a gun, firing several shots. At least one round struck and killed the victim.The ...
Police Investigating Death Of Edmonds Man
Police are investigating the death of a 51-year-old man who was found dead in an apartment, said Sgt. Donald Anderson of the Edmonds Police Department.Officers responded to a call from a relative who found the man inside an apartment in the 9400 block of 244 Street Southwest in Edmonds. When ...
Man Arrested In Bellevue Homicide
Bellevue police investigators arrested a man Monday night in the murder of a 33-year-old Bellevue man last week at an office park.Police arrested the 35-year-old Bellevue resident and booked him into the King County Jail on investigation of second-degree murder.The body of the victim, Emilio A. Perez-Oliva, was found at ...
Deputies Fatally Shoot Parkland Man
Pierce County sheriff's deputies are sorting out the details Tuesday morning after they fatally shot a man in Parkland.Deputies said they received a 911 call Monday night from a woman at a home on 111th Street South.When police arrived, they tried to take the man into custody, but the man ...
WSDOT Tearing Down Buildings For Viaduct Project
Department of Transportation crews on Tuesday are scheduled to begin tearing down a warehouse and an office building near Qwest Field as part of a plan to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct.The 40,000-square-foot warehouse and the 10,000-square-foot office building are on the west side of First Avenue South between South ...
Shooting Victim Stumbles From I-90 Woods
Deputies are trying to unravel a mystery involving a man who was found shot along Interstate 90 early Tuesday morning and another man who later stumbled into a fire training facility near North Bend.The sheriff's office said it appeared that both men were driven in a Chevrolet Suburban on I-90 ...
Paccar Q1 Profit Drops 91 Percent
Paccar's first quarter profit fell 91 percent to $26 million, the company reported.Sales dropped 52 percent to $1.7 billion, compared to a year ago.The Bellevue-based commercial truck maker said the recession continues to affect the business.Chairman and Chief Executive Mark Piggott said "challenging market conditions" are continuing as the company ...
Hogan's Blog: Tuesday Wet Morning Commute
Happy Tuesday! It's wet out there this morning. Watch out for slippery conditions. Numerous accidents happening early on today.Join KIRO 7 morning traffic tweets on Twitter (we have changed our logo to be orange just for this week) - Check it out! Live Traffic tweets sent to you as soon ...
Stories for Monday, April 27
$1.50 to $3.25 Tolls Coming To 520 Bridge
Starting in October 2010, drivers may have to pay more than $3 to cross the 520 bridge each way every day.The Department of Transportation said the price of the toll will vary a lot, depending on the traffic. When traffic is the heaviest, expect the toll to be $3.25. At ...
Study Showing No Lead In Books Mostly Done In China
KIRO Team 7 Investigators had no trouble finding library books that contain hazardous levels of lead.Now our positive test results are causing concern from coast-to-coast, not only with parents, but with book publishers and libraries.As of this year, Congress wants kids books tested for lead.Major book manufacturers like Disney and ...
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There are countless organizations doing extraordinary work to enrich the quality of life in our community. Each month we’ll showcase a few to help you get connected, whether it's to learn about the possibilities, get help for your family, volunteer your time and talents, contribute financially or participate in an ...
Long Lines At New Sonic Drive-In
The newly opened Sonic Drive-In in South Hill is resulting in long lines and waits of up to one hour for eager customers."We heard they we giving out free food," said Jesse DeWitt, who was waiting in line with his girlfriend.The Sonic franchise, popular in the Midwest has recently begun ...
Wash. State Health Officials Find No Swine Flu
No swine flu has been found in Washington state , but authorities are keeping a close watch for any possible cases and for people with the disease entering the state.A health department representative told KIRO 7 Eyewitness News that state health workers have seen no suspected cases here. Local health ...
Car Crashes Into Beacon Hill Home
Police said a driver who fled from officers after a traffic stop Monday crashed into a Beacon Hill house shortly after, reported KIRO 7 Eyewitness News.Seattle police spokesman Mark Jamieson said that at about 10 a.m., a patrol officer stopped a car for a traffic violation. As the officer walked ...
Use Caution When Hiring Workers Found Online
With so many people unemployed in our state, some are making ends meet by advertising for odd jobs online. Look on any networking site and you’ll see a ton of offers for construction work, handymen, haircuts, manicures and more. Many of the people advertising claim they’re laid-off workers. But the ...
Pedestrian Struck By SUV In Poulsbo
A woman was airlifted to Harborview Medical Center in Seattle Sunday after she was struck by an SUV while crossing a road in Poulsbo, the Kitsap County Sheriff's Department said.Police said the Mitsubishi Montero was traveling southbound on Clear Creek Road. In the area of Beth Lane, the driver told ...
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