Seattle News Tonight for Friday, 11/21
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FOX 13 is Seattle and Western Washington’s source for breaking news, weather, traffic and sports.
King County celebrates National Adoption Day
It was a special day for several King County families on Friday as they celebrated National Adoption Day.
It was a special day for several King County families on Friday as they celebrated National Adoption Day.
The Spotlight: Police raid breaks up child kidnapping plot
A Washington couple's home raided and a sick plot revealed. What deputies found hidden behind their closet wall and the written plans to kidnap young girls to use as sex slaves. Plus, a grieving mother's disgust with the state legislature’s sentencing guidelines that could give her son's accused killer very little time behind bars if convicted. And, body cam video shows a man throw a dog at deputies during his attempt to escape.
A Washington couple's home raided and a sick plot revealed. What deputies found hidden behind their closet wall and the written plans to kidnap young girls to use as sex slaves. Plus, a grieving mother's disgust with the state legislature’s sentencing guidelines that could give her son's accused killer very little time behind bars if convicted. And, body cam video shows a man throw a dog at deputies during his attempt to escape.
WA resident dies from rare bird flu variant
A Grays Harbor County resident died from the bird flu on Friday, after becoming the first human to be infected with the H5N5 variant.
A Grays Harbor County resident died from the bird flu on Friday, after becoming the first human to be infected with the H5N5 variant.
Olympic Pipeline: Crews working nonstop to repair Everett, WA leak
Crews are working around the clock to repair a leak in the Olympic Pipeline that has stopped jet fuel delivery to SEA Airport. Right now, there is no timeline for the fix and Governor Bob Ferguson issued an emergency declaration.
Crews are working around the clock to repair a leak in the Olympic Pipeline that has stopped jet fuel delivery to SEA Airport. Right now, there is no timeline for the fix and Governor Bob Ferguson issued an emergency declaration.
Seattle City Council passes 2026 budget with record investments in housing, safety
The Seattle City Council passed the 2026 city budget, with $8.9 billion supporting city services, affordable housing, and public safety.
The Seattle City Council passed the 2026 city budget, with $8.9 billion supporting city services, affordable housing, and public safety.
White House weighs federal A.I. order as lawmakers push for tighter regulations
Debate is intensifying over how to regulate artificial intelligence as the White House considers an executive order that could override state A.I. laws. Lawmakers from both parties say national leadership is vital to keep pace with China, while others warn against limiting states’ ability to oversee the rapidly evolving technology.
Debate is intensifying over how to regulate artificial intelligence as the White House considers an executive order that could override state A.I. laws. Lawmakers from both parties say national leadership is vital to keep pace with China, while others warn against limiting states’ ability to oversee the rapidly evolving technology.
Airports brace for Thanksgiving rush as FAA, TSA return to full staffing
With more than 4 million travelers expected to fly through Atlanta alone, airports nationwide are preparing for the Thanksgiving travel surge. The FAA and TSA are now fully staffed following the government shutdown, offering $10,000 bonuses to employees who maintained perfect attendance during the disruption.
With more than 4 million travelers expected to fly through Atlanta alone, airports nationwide are preparing for the Thanksgiving travel surge. The FAA and TSA are now fully staffed following the government shutdown, offering $10,000 bonuses to employees who maintained perfect attendance during the disruption.
Pierce County, WA mom credits heart monitor for helping save her life from rare condition
A Pierce County mother says heart-monitoring technology saved her life after her heart stopped twice. A wearable “Zio” patch detected an irregular heartbeat, leading doctors to uncover a hidden health risk and treat a rare genetic heart condition.
A Pierce County mother says heart-monitoring technology saved her life after her heart stopped twice. A wearable “Zio” patch detected an irregular heartbeat, leading doctors to uncover a hidden health risk and treat a rare genetic heart condition.
Trump meets with New York City mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani after months of tension
President Trump and New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani met at the White House for a cordial discussion focused on addressing the city’s high cost of living. Despite past clashes, both leaders described the meeting as productive, emphasizing shared goals for New Yorkers over political differences.
President Trump and New York City’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani met at the White House for a cordial discussion focused on addressing the city’s high cost of living. Despite past clashes, both leaders described the meeting as productive, emphasizing shared goals for New Yorkers over political differences.
Kirkland mother arrested in daughter’s death linked to untreated diabetes
Kirkland police say a mother has been arrested after her 10-year-old daughter died from complications of untreated type 1 diabetes.
Kirkland police say a mother has been arrested after her 10-year-old daughter died from complications of untreated type 1 diabetes.
Tacoma food bank expands door-to-door service as feds tighten SNAP rules
As federal officials consider new rules for SNAP benefits, a Tacoma food bank is struggling to meet rising demand and expanding its reach by delivering food directly to families in need.
As federal officials consider new rules for SNAP benefits, a Tacoma food bank is struggling to meet rising demand and expanding its reach by delivering food directly to families in need.
New pickleball facility and restaurant opens in Seattle's SODO neighborhood
Picklewood Paddle Club officially opened in SODO on Friday.
Picklewood Paddle Club officially opened in SODO on Friday.
Seattle City Council approves $8.9 billion 2026 budget
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved the 2026 budget, including a record $349 million for affordable housing and $65 million for social housing.
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved the 2026 budget, including a record $349 million for affordable housing and $65 million for social housing.
Crews race to repair Olympic Pipeline leak that halted jet fuel deliveries to Sea-Tac
Crews near Everett are working around the clock to fix a leak in the Olympic Pipeline that supplies jet fuel to Sea-Tac Airport. Governor Bob Ferguson has issued an emergency declaration as officials monitor the environmental impact and warn of potential flight disruptions if repairs aren’t completed soon.
Crews near Everett are working around the clock to fix a leak in the Olympic Pipeline that supplies jet fuel to Sea-Tac Airport. Governor Bob Ferguson has issued an emergency declaration as officials monitor the environmental impact and warn of potential flight disruptions if repairs aren’t completed soon.
‘Speechless’: Tacoma, WA aid group braces for SNAP surge as requirements tighten
As federal officials weigh new requirements for SNAP benefits, one Tacoma food bank is racing to keep pace with surging demand and taking its services directly to people’s doorsteps.
As federal officials weigh new requirements for SNAP benefits, one Tacoma food bank is racing to keep pace with surging demand and taking its services directly to people’s doorsteps.
Woman found dead near Yellowstone, suspected grizzly encounter
A woman was found dead in Montana over the weekend after a suspected grizzly bear encounter near Yellowstone National Park.
A woman was found dead in Montana over the weekend after a suspected grizzly bear encounter near Yellowstone National Park.
What people are wearing to the Eras Tour
It's Taylor Swift Week on Studio 13 Live and we're creating outfits for what Swifties can wear to the Eras Tour.
It's Taylor Swift Week on Studio 13 Live and we're creating outfits for what Swifties can wear to the Eras Tour.
Pet Tricks for Tuesday, July 18
Pet Tricks for Tuesday, July 18
Pet Tricks for Tuesday, July 18
Man rescued from Seattle vacant building fire
Crews rescued a man from an apartment fire Wednesday night in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood.
Crews rescued a man from an apartment fire Wednesday night in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood.