Sabirah Rayford
Sabirah Rayford co-anchors Seattle News Tonight weeknights with David Rose and Hana Kim. She is also the primary anchor of Washington News Wrap, a daily statewide newscast covering Washington and the Pacific Northwest.
Sabirah, an EMMY-nominated journalist, comes to Emerald City from the NBC affiliate in Houston, where she was an anchor and reporter covering a variety of topics, from crime and government malfeasance to features and in-depth interviews with prolific changemakers in America’s fourth-largest city.
Before her time in Houston, Sabirah worked in Florida and Kentucky as an anchor, reporter, and multimedia journalist. While in West Palm Beach, Fla., Rayford spearheaded the NBC affiliate’s racial justice coverage following the unrest in 2020. Her story on the Black Lives Matter movement kicked off a statewide TV special on race relations.
Sabirah is a proud graduate of the University of Kentucky, where she started her career covering sports before transitioning to news. In a groundbreaking moment during her senior year, she made history becoming the first college student to report on air for WKYT, a CBS affiliate.
In 2019, Sabirah received the Lyman T. Johnson Torch of Excellence Award, which is given to distinguished alum of the University of Kentucky in various fields for their achievements and community contributions.
She is a big sister through the Big Brothers Big Sisters organization. In her spare time, Sabirah loves reading, and writing poetry and is a barbecue enthusiast. She is looking forward to exploring the Pacific Northwest and connecting with the community.
The latest from Sabirah Rayford
She helped Halle Berry navigate menopause; Now she's helping others
More than 1 billion women are navigating the shifts of perimenopause and menopause, yet many still find themselves dismissed. Dr. Sara de la Torre, a Seattle-based physician specializing in menopause care, is working to change that.
Melinda French Gates opens up about new chapter, perimenopause, and building community in Seattle
In an exclusive interview with FOX 13 Seattle, Melinda French Gates speaks on her commitment to Seattle, women's health, and investing in women’s power and influence.
Seattle’s Melinda French Gates talks new era, perimenopause on 'For The Girls: Women on the Rise'
Melinda French Gates joins FOX 13's Sabirah Rayford on "For the Girls: Women on the Rise", discussing her career, perimenopause journey and investments in women's health.
From military to motherhood: How a WA vet is fixing postpartum care
A Seattle-area vet, after experiencing postpartum depression herself, founded a platform to help save struggling mothers.
The Reach of a Rockstar: Xian Zhang’s historic debut at Benaroya Hall
Xian Zhang, a Grammy and Emmy-winning conductor, has returned to the Seattle Symphony. This time, however, the podium is officially hers—marking a historic first in the symphony’s 123-year history.
Phoebe Gates, daughter of Seattle's Bill Gates, launches startup, champions women in tech
Phoebe Gates, daughter of Bill Gates, isn't gatekeeping her ideas for the future in the tech world.
Celebrating Seattle's woman leaders, from law enforcement to community empowerment
In this episode, FOX 13 Seattle Anchor Sabirah Rayford highlights inspiring women, including trailblazers in law enforcement, business, innovation and motherhood.
Sabriah Rayford explores first-of-its-kind Pompeii art exhibit in Aspen
A first-of-its-kind art exhibit in Aspen, Colorado is offering an exclusive look into ancient Pompeii, dating back 2,000 years.
Emmett Till's legacy: Rev. Parker Jr. shares his story in Seattle
In an exclusive interview, FOX 13 Seattle sat down with Rev. Wheeler Parker Jr., a surviving witness to the historic kidnapping of Emmett Till, to hear his account of the truth.
Boys to Men program aims to redefine masculinity among young athletes
"We want to raise good people." In a society where aggression is often celebrated in sports, a new program is challenging young male athletes to rethink what it means to "be a man."