How much media parents and kids actually consume at the dinner table
New research claims to show that smartphones, television, video games, and other types of devices may be taking over dinnertime, and it is not leaving enough time for families to talk to each other.
New research claims to show that smartphones, television, video games, and other types of devices may be taking over dinnertime, and it is not leaving enough time for families to talk to each other.
KFC adds new menu items, updates logo as part of global brand refresh
KFC plans to expand its lineup of food offerings, sauces and beverages.
KFC plans to expand its lineup of food offerings, sauces and beverages.
Ford recalls more than 255,000 Focus vehicles over engine stall risk
Ford announced a recall covering more than a quarter million Ford Focus vehicles over an issue that may cause the engine to stall unexpectedly.
Ford announced a recall covering more than a quarter million Ford Focus vehicles over an issue that may cause the engine to stall unexpectedly.
10 years later: Japanese chain restaurant Benihana returns to Seattle
For the first time in 10 years, Seattleites will be able to go a Benihana as the Japanese chain restaurant announces a return to the city.
For the first time in 10 years, Seattleites will be able to go a Benihana as the Japanese chain restaurant announces a return to the city.
Most patriotic states in America revealed ahead of July 4
Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.
Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.
Ford recalls 250K Focus models due to engine stalling problem
Ford said the canister purge valve may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly.
Ford said the canister purge valve may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly.
Alfredo sauce recall spans 41 states in FDA’s most serious classification
A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.
A recall on alfredo sauce sold across much of the United States was placed in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) most serious classification.
'Buy Black Card' aims to boost Black-owned WA businesses
What is the "Buy Black Card" in Seattle? Local leaders and community advocates gathered over the weekend to launch the consumer option that aims to give a boost to Black-owned businesses in Washington.
What is the "Buy Black Card" in Seattle? Local leaders and community advocates gathered over the weekend to launch the consumer option that aims to give a boost to Black-owned businesses in Washington.
Recalled infant formula tied to multi-state botulism outbreak
A now-recalled infant formula that was sold nationwide, including at Target stores, is linked to an outbreak of potentially fatal botulism that has health officials investigating cases across three states.
A now-recalled infant formula that was sold nationwide, including at Target stores, is linked to an outbreak of potentially fatal botulism that has health officials investigating cases across three states.
What is Seattle Stadium's water bottle policy during FIFA World Cup 2026?
Security changes are in effect at the temporarily renamed "Seattle Stadium" and the surrounding areas. From what kind of water bottles you can bring in, to where police cameras will be rolling, we look at FIFA World Cup safety.
Security changes are in effect at the temporarily renamed "Seattle Stadium" and the surrounding areas. From what kind of water bottles you can bring in, to where police cameras will be rolling, we look at FIFA World Cup safety.
Your ultimate visitors guide to Seattle for the FIFA World Cup 2026
Visiting Seattle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, or simply looking for a summer getaway? Here is your ultimate guide to activities, food, the outdoors and more in the Emerald City.
Visiting Seattle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, or simply looking for a summer getaway? Here is your ultimate guide to activities, food, the outdoors and more in the Emerald City.
Cattle herd ‘fix’ is taking years longer than predicted, CEO warns amid historic beef shortage
America’s historic beef shortage may not ease anytime soon as the U.S. cattle herd remains at its lowest level in more than seven decades, keeping pressure on prices even as consumers continue to buy beef at elevated levels.
America’s historic beef shortage may not ease anytime soon as the U.S. cattle herd remains at its lowest level in more than seven decades, keeping pressure on prices even as consumers continue to buy beef at elevated levels.
'Summer of Soccer' brings upgrades to Sound Transit
Sound Transit is launching several improvements to its services in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Sound Transit is launching several improvements to its services in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Local World Cup watch parties in Seattle
FOX 13's John Hopperstad is at Victory Hall near T-Mobile Park, which will surely be a happening spot to watch FIFA World Cup soccer matches. We've also got a list of other places in Seattle to check out the tournament.
FOX 13's John Hopperstad is at Victory Hall near T-Mobile Park, which will surely be a happening spot to watch FIFA World Cup soccer matches. We've also got a list of other places in Seattle to check out the tournament.
A state-by-state look at who spends the most and least on fast food
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.
With fast food prices up 60% since 2014, those “affordable” drive-throughs don’t seem so economical anymore. Here's where people spend the most on fast food.
SEA airport unveils C Concourse expansion just in time for FIFA, summer travel
The C Concourse expansion is finally open at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, revealing massive upgrades and new restaurants for Pacific Northwest travelers.
The C Concourse expansion is finally open at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, revealing massive upgrades and new restaurants for Pacific Northwest travelers.
Honda recalls more than 880,000 vehicles over rear suspension failure risk
Honda is recalling more than 880,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. because a key rear suspension part can rust and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Honda is recalling more than 880,000 SUVs and pickup trucks in the U.S. because a key rear suspension part can rust and fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Alaska Airlines resumes nonstop Portland flights from Paine Field in Everett, WA
Alaska Airlines resumes nonstop service between Seattle Paine Field International Airport and Portland International Airport.
Alaska Airlines resumes nonstop service between Seattle Paine Field International Airport and Portland International Airport.
Restaurant owner faces backlash after saying he’d prefer to hire men over women
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
A restaurant owner’s comments about his preference for hiring male servers over women have sparked outrage and plans for a protest in Wisconsin.
Periods in text messages? Don't be ‘harsh,’ expert warns
A simple period at the end of a text might not mean what you think. One communication expert says generational differences in texting habits, from punctuation to emojis, are causing unexpected misunderstandings.
A simple period at the end of a text might not mean what you think. One communication expert says generational differences in texting habits, from punctuation to emojis, are causing unexpected misunderstandings.



















