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L.B. Gilbert

L.B. Gilbert is a Content Editor for MyNorthwest.com, originally from Morrison, Colorado. He has since graduated from Seattle University with a degree in journalism and political science, becoming the Investigative Editor of the school's student newspaper 'The Spectator.' He enjoys cooking, reading, and any activity in the outdoors, especially skiing and rock climbing.

Harrell to sign $970M housing levy, moves to Seattle-wide ballot

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell is set to sign a renewal of the Housing Levy that is used to fund affordable housing in the city.
2 years ago

Redmond police arrest man for attempted kidnapping of two girls

Two girls fought off a man that tried to kidnap them Sunday night, according to Redmond Police, who have since arrested the man.
2 years ago

US Secretary of Education cancels speech at UW graduation

The UW graduation ceremony had no commencement speech this year after the U.S. Secretary of Education canceled his appearance.
2 years ago

5 Washington locations with ‘derogatory names’ renamed

The DNR has approved several proposals submitted by local tribes for geographic locations whose names have been deemed derogatory. 
2 years ago

Hiker missing in Olympics ‘self-rescues’ 50+ miles from last location

A hiker missing in the Olympics has been found after 'self-rescuing' at a trailhead 50 miles away from where he was last seen.
2 years ago

Landslide near Mt. St. Helens closes Forest Road 25

A landslide has closed a section of road in Gifford Pinchot National Forest near Mt. St. Helens, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
2 years ago

Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison ends Community Court

Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison announced the end of the city's participation in the criminal justice alternative called Community Court.
2 years ago

Macklemore adds second show at Climate Pledge Arena

You have another chance to get tickets to Macklemore at Climate Pledge Arena after adding a second show at the venue.
2 years ago

12-year-old escapes home, steals cell phone before same-day arrest

A 12-year-old girl has been charged with second-degree robbery and second-degree escape after stealing a cell phone at Round1 Bowling.
2 years ago

Death toll rises to 9 in bacteria outbreak at Virginia Mason

Virginia Mason has confirmed that the death count has risen to nine in a bacteria outbreak at the Seattle hospital.
2 years ago

Seattle Schools unveils new safety plan to decrease gun violence

Seattle Public Schools (SPS) announced several security improvements to help decrease gun violence across the district.
2 years ago

Possible arson under investigation at railroad near Grays Harbor

The Grays Harbor County Sheriff's Office is investigating a possible arson case that happened when a railroad trestle caught fire.
2 years ago

Seattle city attorney calling on council to approve new drug possession law

The Seattle City Council will debate if they should give the City Attorney power to prosecute drug possession cases.
2 years ago

Sammamish commissioner resigns after anti-LGBTQ+ comments

A Sammamish City Planning Commissioner has resigned following anti-LGBTQ+ remarks he made at a meeting last week.
2 years ago

Red Flag Warning for Cascades, windy weather kicks off wildfire season

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for the central and south Cascades Tuesday, with possible wildfires in the area
2 years ago

³ÉÈËXÕ¾ Newsradio’s Feliks Banel wins Northwest Regional Emmy

A ³ÉÈËXÕ¾ Newsradio staff member has brought home another big award, with Feliks Banel winning a Northwest Regional Emmy.
2 years ago

Brush fires in Bellevue, Orondo see start of Washington wildfires

It's not even summer and wildfire season is already underway in Washington state after two brush fires broke out over the weekend.
2 years ago

Seattle school returns in-person after student contracts measles

A Seattle middle school was closed from May 26 - June 2 due to a student contracting measles. Students are able to return to school Monday.
2 years ago

Burien encampment cleared as new park lease starts

A homeless encampment in downtown Burien is being cleared after a struggle between the city, county, and residents who want it gone.
2 years ago

KCRHA approves 5-year plan to address homelessness

The King County Regional Homeless Authority (KCRHA) unanimously voted Thursday to approve its new 5-year plan, which includes $250M for 2024.
2 years ago

Utility company damages Queen Anne Ave, partially closing road

A private utility crew damaged a tunnel under a busy block of Queen Anne Avenue, and the road is partially shut down.
2 years ago

12-year-old girl arrested in connection to Lacy Mushroom fire

Lacey firefighters are looking at a multi-day fight against a fire that broke out Wednesday at an abandoned mushroom farm.
2 years ago

Pierce County woman with tuberculosis in custody, treatment optional

A judge ordered law enforcers to arrest a Pierce County woman if she does not start tuberculosis treatment — or prove she is not contagious.
2 years ago

King County offering free lock boxes for National Gun Violence Awareness Day

To mark National Gun Violence Awareness Day, Public Health -- Seattle and King County announced they will be giving away free gun lock boxes.
2 years ago