Update Wednesday, March 22: The person who was found deceased in the Ballard shooting on Monday died by a self-inflicted gunshot wound, according to the findings from the King County […]
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Unfounded report of a train fire sparks large firefighter response along Shilshole
1:57 pm: Seattle Fire says they responded to a possible fire on a BNSF train, but no fire was found. “It is likely the brakes had overheated causing initial concern,” […]
Two injured in shooting on Shilshole
Sunday AM: Police say Saturday night’s shooting was sparked by a road rage incident between a vehicle and a motorcycle. “Suspect in a car shot at a motorcyclist, striking him […]
Police closed Leary Ave. NW after report of a man with a gun
Update: Seattle Police say the incident is “now wrapping up” and the roads are reopening. There are no reports of any injuries. Earlier: There’s a large police response for a […]
Several injured in RV fire on Leary Ave.
Updated: An RV burst into flames along Leave Ave. NW near NW 43rd St. this morning, leaving as many as three people injured. Firefighters say the vehicle was fully involved […]
Wind knocks out power for thousands in Seattle
12:40 am: More than 63,000 customers are now without power, according to Seattle City Light’s outage map. 12:15 am: One of the strongest wind events in recent years has left […]
Beginning of a new era for My Ballard – and how you can help
From the Geeky Swedes (Cory and Kate Bergman): We’re excited to announce that Meghan Walker is now the owner and publisher of My Ballard. Meghan has been My Ballard’s editor […]
Firefighters extinguish small blaze at vacant restaurant across from Ballard High
A large contingent of firefighters quickly controlled a fire at the old El Camion restaurant across from Ballard High school on Sunday. When they arrived, smoke was seen pouring from […]
Ballard and Magnolia lead Seattle in mask use, survey finds
Surveys about masks are always a little tricky because people often say they wear a mask, but in actuality may not be so diligent. That said, 85% of Ballard and […]
Seattle’s NHL team will be called… Kraken
After all the hype, Seattle’s new pro hockey team finally has a name. Seattle Kraken. Or is it, The Seattle Kraken? The name beat out other fan favorites such as […]
Rabid bat found on Ballard sidewalk
Seattle-King County Health Department wants to know if you came in contact with a bat on the sidewalk at Ballard Ave. and 22nd Ave. NW on Sunday. A witness told […]
Changes to the My Ballard Facebook group
Our sincere thanks to many of you who have reached out to us over concerns about moderation on the My Ballard Facebook group (which is different from our Facebook page). […]
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