Shirah Matsuzawa
Shirah Matsuzawa is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, and she is thrilled to be in the Emerald City!
Shirah joins FOX 13 Seattle from her hometown of Boise, Idaho, where depending on the day she anchored the News at Noon, 4, 6 and 10, as well as reported and produced-sometimes performing all three job duties in one show!
Shirah began her television news career at NBC Los Angeles, when she was selected out of thousands to become the station’s very first News Associate. There, she quickly worked her way up to Content Producer, producing the weekend morning newscasts and regularly filling in on ‘Today in LA.’ In her nearly seven years at NBCLA, Shirah also assisted on special events like the "Golden Globe" red carpet specials and hosted the NBCLA.com online series "The LA You May Not Know."
Shirah has covered a wide range of stories including: The Lori Vallow Daybell Trial, The Las Vegas Mass Shooting, and The Royal Wedding between Prince Harry and LA Native Meghan Markle.
Shirah has also won multiple Emmy Awards, Idaho Press Club Awards, Idaho State Broadcasting Association Awards and a Golden Mike Award.
Shirah received a dual degree from Chapman University in Orange, CA in Communication Studies and Television & Broadcast Journalism, as well as a master’s in law from the University of Southern California.
When she is not reporting, Shirah enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and eating! In fact, she is a self-proclaimed foodie! Shirah is excited to be in Seattle and is eager to immerse herself in the community! Got a story idea or a restaurant recommendation, you can reach Shirah at Shirah.matsuzawa@fox.com and follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/shirah_matsuzawa/
The latest from Shirah Matsuzawa
Loved ones honor victims killed in deadly Bite of Seattle shooting
Family and friends gathered Monday to remember two people killed in the Bite of Seattle shooting, sharing memories of the victims as investigators continue working to piece together what happened.
Seattle honors viral raccoon 'Jimothy' with city proclamation
Locals turned out in Seattle's Ballard neighborhood on Sunday to share "Jimothy" artwork, stories of sightings and to celebrate a city council designation of "Jimothy Summer."
WA's Tacoma Tanoa Festival celebrates Samoan heritage and culture
Hundreds of community members gathered in Tacoma on Saturday for the annual Tanoa Festival, a regional event dedicated to showcasing and honoring Samoan culture and Polynesian heritage.
First witness shares rescue effort of floatplane crash near Sucia Island, WA
A bystander who was the first person to reach the scene of a floatplane crash near Sucia Island is sharing his account of the emergency response.
Family pleads for answers 11 years after Renton, WA murder
Reese Ali was found shot to death inside his car near City View Church on July 19, 2015. More than a decade later, and the family told FOX 13, there have still been no arrests in the case.
5 Point Café community rallies behind injured Seattle bartender
"I didn’t have anyone, and now I have people showing up for me that I didn’t even know knew I existed." A ride home from work turned into a long road to recovery for a Seattle bartender following a late-night crash.
WA man cleared of child exploitation, was victim of ID theft
A local man who was confronted at his home and accused of child exploitation was actually the victim of identity theft, according to Bremerton police.
Seattle leaders celebrate opening of Lake City Reuse Commons
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and city leaders gathered to celebrate the opening of the Reuse Commons, a new shared space dedicated to repair and sustainability services.
Bodycam shows Olympia, WA propane tank attack suspect captured
An Olympia man wanted for allegedly striking a woman in the head with a propane tank was arrested following a SWAT standoff at an apartment complex.
6-year-old Bellingham, WA boy dies from injuries after beach driftwood accident
A 6-year-old boy remains in critical condition after a massive piece of driftwood fell and pinned him while he was playing at the beach. His family spent the weekend waiting to see the extent of his brain damage, or if he would survive.