Washington News Wrap for Friday, 3/27
Washington News Wrap covers a diverse array of news around the Pacific Northwest.
Washington News Wrap covers a diverse array of news around the Pacific Northwest.
Seattle Mariners fans express frustration over TV channel confusion
Following down-to-the-wire negotiations for TV rights, many Mariners fans found themselves staring at blank screens instead of the first pitch.
Following down-to-the-wire negotiations for TV rights, many Mariners fans found themselves staring at blank screens instead of the first pitch.
Seattle's women's pro tackle football team kicks off 21st season
The Seattle Majestics, a women’s pro full-contact football team, are kicking off their 21st season on Saturday.
The Seattle Majestics, a women’s pro full-contact football team, are kicking off their 21st season on Saturday.
‘No sentence can bring my husband back’: Seattle woman gets 20 years for killing rideshare driver
Ne'lani Allen-Bailey, who was 18 at the time of the murder, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Friday.
Ne'lani Allen-Bailey, who was 18 at the time of the murder, was sentenced to 20 years in prison on Friday.
The Spotlight: Cold cases and court antics
A convicted felon in Washington state arrested for the 98th time. For three days straight, he refused to show his face in court after leading deputies on multiple high-speed pursuits. When he finally did appear in court, prosecutors requested a high bail but the judge disagreed. Plus, the proposal before the state supreme court to lower bail bond requirements so some suspects could go free after posting just $20. A move one prosecutor is calling 'ludicrous'. And, surveillance video shows the dark sedan driven by the killer who ambushed and shot to death a man in grocery store parking lot. Detectives in Renton are asking for the public's help to solve the murder mystery that left a young boy without his dad.
A convicted felon in Washington state arrested for the 98th time. For three days straight, he refused to show his face in court after leading deputies on multiple high-speed pursuits. When he finally did appear in court, prosecutors requested a high bail but the judge disagreed. Plus, the proposal before the state supreme court to lower bail bond requirements so some suspects could go free after posting just $20. A move one prosecutor is calling 'ludicrous'. And, surveillance video shows the dark sedan driven by the killer who ambushed and shot to death a man in grocery store parking lot. Detectives in Renton are asking for the public's help to solve the murder mystery that left a young boy without his dad.
Low snowpack raises Washington wildfire risk concerns
Low snowpack in Washington is raising early concerns about drought and a potentially severe wildfire season.
Low snowpack in Washington is raising early concerns about drought and a potentially severe wildfire season.
Woman sentenced to 20 years in killing of Seattle rideshare driver
A woman has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the 2023 killing of a Seattle rideshare driver during a carjacking. The victim’s family delivered emotional statements in court as the judge weighed punishment and the defendant’s background.
A woman has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the 2023 killing of a Seattle rideshare driver during a carjacking. The victim’s family delivered emotional statements in court as the judge weighed punishment and the defendant’s background.
All Skagit County Superior Court judges are women for first time
For the first time in Skagit County history, all four Superior Court judges are women, marking a milestone in the local judiciary.
For the first time in Skagit County history, all four Superior Court judges are women, marking a milestone in the local judiciary.
Seattle Majestic kick off 21st season as women’s football grows
The Seattle Majestic women’s tackle football team is set to begin its 21st season, continuing to grow the sport locally. Players balance full-time jobs while competing in the Women’s National Football Conference, aiming to expand opportunities for future athletes.
The Seattle Majestic women’s tackle football team is set to begin its 21st season, continuing to grow the sport locally. Players balance full-time jobs while competing in the Women’s National Football Conference, aiming to expand opportunities for future athletes.
Mariners TV issues frustrate fans after Opening Day
Many Mariners fans struggled to find the team’s season opener due to last-minute TV rights negotiations and platform changes.
Many Mariners fans struggled to find the team’s season opener due to last-minute TV rights negotiations and platform changes.
Drought concerns grow as Washington prepares for wildfire season
Washington officials warn early signs of a dry season could increase wildfire risk as the state heads into spring. Crews are ramping up staffing and resources after lawmakers restored key funding for fire prevention and response efforts.
Washington officials warn early signs of a dry season could increase wildfire risk as the state heads into spring. Crews are ramping up staffing and resources after lawmakers restored key funding for fire prevention and response efforts.
1 killed following shooting in Renton, WA Friday
One person has been killed in a shooting Friday afternoon in the Renton neighborhood.
One person has been killed in a shooting Friday afternoon in the Renton neighborhood.
Trump orders TSA pay as shutdown standoff continues
President Donald Trump has ordered emergency funding to pay TSA workers amid a prolonged DHS shutdown that has caused long airport lines and staffing shortages.
President Donald Trump has ordered emergency funding to pay TSA workers amid a prolonged DHS shutdown that has caused long airport lines and staffing shortages.
Iran strike hits Saudi base, US troops injured, AP reports
An Iranian missile and drone attack targeted a Saudi air base, injuring U.S. troops and damaging aircraft, according to an Associated Press report.
An Iranian missile and drone attack targeted a Saudi air base, injuring U.S. troops and damaging aircraft, according to an Associated Press report.
All 4 Skagit County Superior Court judges are women, first time in WA history
For more than 100 years, the Skagit County Courthouse has stood tall in Mount Vernon. Now, more history is being created inside of the building as all superior court judges are women for the first time.
For more than 100 years, the Skagit County Courthouse has stood tall in Mount Vernon. Now, more history is being created inside of the building as all superior court judges are women for the first time.
Iran latest: US troops wounded in missile attack at Saudi air base, AP reports
An Iranian missile attack reportedly wounded several U.S. troops and damaged several planes at an air base in Saudi Arabia.
An Iranian missile attack reportedly wounded several U.S. troops and damaged several planes at an air base in Saudi Arabia.
WA sues betting company Kalshi for illegal online gambling
Washington is suing the online betting platform Kalshi, claiming the “prediction market" allows for illegal gambling in the state.
Washington is suing the online betting platform Kalshi, claiming the “prediction market" allows for illegal gambling in the state.
Island County, WA, man faces animal cruelty charges after deaths of two cats
A suspect was taken into custody Thursday after a month-long animal cruelty investigation in Island County, Washington.
A suspect was taken into custody Thursday after a month-long animal cruelty investigation in Island County, Washington.
'Seattle News Weekly': Light rail, pricey living, push for the Sonics
On this episode of the "Seattle News Weekly" podcast, FOX 13 Seattle Anchors Bill Wixey and Matthew Smith discuss the week's biggest stories in Seattle.
On this episode of the "Seattle News Weekly" podcast, FOX 13 Seattle Anchors Bill Wixey and Matthew Smith discuss the week's biggest stories in Seattle.
Dallas-based American Airlines flight attendant found dead in Colombia
Fernando Gutierrez, a Dallas-based American Airlines flight attendant who disappeared in Colombia earlier this week, has been found dead.
Fernando Gutierrez, a Dallas-based American Airlines flight attendant who disappeared in Colombia earlier this week, has been found dead.