Washington News Wrap for Friday, 11/14
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.
Washington resident is infected with a different type of bird flu
Health officials in Washington state report a resident has contracted bird flu, marking the first U.S. human case since February.
Health officials in Washington state report a resident has contracted bird flu, marking the first U.S. human case since February.
At Trump's urging, Bondi says US will investigate Epstein's ties to Clinton and other political foes
Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton.
Acceding to President Donald Trump's demands, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi said Friday that she has ordered a top federal prosecutor to investigate sex offender Jeffrey Epstein's ties to Trump political foes, including former President Bill Clinton.
Small business owners in Washington state forced to shut down after tax increases
Business owner Nikhil Singhal is calling it quits over the state's new $9 billion tax package passed earlier this year by lawmakers in Olympia.
Business owner Nikhil Singhal is calling it quits over the state's new $9 billion tax package passed earlier this year by lawmakers in Olympia.
The Spotlight: Couple charged with brutally stabbing Good Samaritan
A DoorDash driver who spotted a stranded family of 9 on the side of the road and offered them a ride was stabbed multiple times in the head, neck and chest, then carjacked. For the first time, he is describing what happened the night he was almost killed by a couple who told detectives they thought he was part of a conspiracy to murder them and their 7 children. Plus, a grandmother shot 3 times at an ATM faces the suspect in court and demands justice. Why the judge says she is required by law to consider the suspect's age in her decision.
A DoorDash driver who spotted a stranded family of 9 on the side of the road and offered them a ride was stabbed multiple times in the head, neck and chest, then carjacked. For the first time, he is describing what happened the night he was almost killed by a couple who told detectives they thought he was part of a conspiracy to murder them and their 7 children. Plus, a grandmother shot 3 times at an ATM faces the suspect in court and demands justice. Why the judge says she is required by law to consider the suspect's age in her decision.
Owl caught on camera stealing hat from runner near Woodinville, WA
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You may get a hoot out of this story.
Seattle News Tonight for Friday, 11/14
FOX 13 is Seattle and Western Washington’s source for breaking news, weather, traffic and sports.
FOX 13 is Seattle and Western Washington’s source for breaking news, weather, traffic and sports.
Tesla recalls wall batteries for fire hazard; 22 incidents reported
Tesla is recalling more than 126,000 wall batteries for its vehicles, as the Consumer Product Safety Commission warns the component can malfunction, overheat, and potentially start a fire.
Tesla is recalling more than 126,000 wall batteries for its vehicles, as the Consumer Product Safety Commission warns the component can malfunction, overheat, and potentially start a fire.
Chimacum High School band selected for 2026 National Independence Day Parade
The Chimacum High School marching band received the surprise of a lifetime upon learning they have been selected to represent Washington in the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C., on July 4, 2026.
The Chimacum High School marching band received the surprise of a lifetime upon learning they have been selected to represent Washington in the National Independence Day Parade in Washington, D.C., on July 4, 2026.
Toyota recalls over 126,000 Tundra, Lexus LX vehicles
Toyota is recalling more than 126,000 Toyota Tundra (2022-2024) and Lexus LX (2022-2024) vehicles due to a manufacturing defect where debris could contaminate the engine, causing the bearings to fail and potentially leading to a stall and crash.
Toyota is recalling more than 126,000 Toyota Tundra (2022-2024) and Lexus LX (2022-2024) vehicles due to a manufacturing defect where debris could contaminate the engine, causing the bearings to fail and potentially leading to a stall and crash.
Redmond small business owner closes shop over new state tax package
The owner of Om Spark, a Redmond online marketing company, is shutting down his 13-year-old business, citing Washington state's new $9 billion tax package, which expands retail sales tax to online digital ads.
The owner of Om Spark, a Redmond online marketing company, is shutting down his 13-year-old business, citing Washington state's new $9 billion tax package, which expands retail sales tax to online digital ads.
WSP responds to dozens of crashes in King County as rain slams Seattle roads
The Washington State Patrol responded to 39 collisions on King County freeways by noon Friday, citing standing water and speeding as the main factors driving the dangerous conditions. Trooper Rick Johnson urged drivers to slow down and, in the event of a crash, to remain inside their vehicle until first responders arrive.
The Washington State Patrol responded to 39 collisions on King County freeways by noon Friday, citing standing water and speeding as the main factors driving the dangerous conditions. Trooper Rick Johnson urged drivers to slow down and, in the event of a crash, to remain inside their vehicle until first responders arrive.
15-year-old arrested for Port Orchard, WA stabbing
A 15-year-old boy is under investigation following a stabbing in Port Orchard. The meeting was arranged on Snapchat between other teens before turning to violence.
A 15-year-old boy is under investigation following a stabbing in Port Orchard. The meeting was arranged on Snapchat between other teens before turning to violence.
Watch: Woodinville owl steals hat from runner on Paradise Valley Trail
An owl, likely a Barred Owl, has been aggressively swooping at visitors on the Paradise Valley Conservation Area trails near Woodinville, with one runner capturing video of the bird snatching his cap off his head. This was not the runner's first encounter; his previous run-in sent him to urgent care, prompting Snohomish County Parks to post warning signs.
An owl, likely a Barred Owl, has been aggressively swooping at visitors on the Paradise Valley Conservation Area trails near Woodinville, with one runner capturing video of the bird snatching his cap off his head. This was not the runner's first encounter; his previous run-in sent him to urgent care, prompting Snohomish County Parks to post warning signs.
Accused Clallam Co. Door Dash stabbers held on bail
Rosario Lopez and Nicholas Well, who are accused of attempted murder for allegedly stabbing a Door Dash driver multiple times in October, were ordered to have no contact with the victim and remain held on $750,000 bail.
Rosario Lopez and Nicholas Well, who are accused of attempted murder for allegedly stabbing a Door Dash driver multiple times in October, were ordered to have no contact with the victim and remain held on $750,000 bail.
WA man arrested in Alabama for fatal punch at White River Amphitheater concert
An Auburn man has been charged with second-degree murder for allegedly throwing a fatal punch outside of the White River Amphitheater.
An Auburn man has been charged with second-degree murder for allegedly throwing a fatal punch outside of the White River Amphitheater.
Seattle Mayor-Elect Katie Wilson begins transition into office
Mayor-Elect Katie Wilson has begun planning her new administration, meeting with the outgoing mayor's chief of staff as she looks to build a diverse transition team to deliver on campaign promises.
Mayor-Elect Katie Wilson has begun planning her new administration, meeting with the outgoing mayor's chief of staff as she looks to build a diverse transition team to deliver on campaign promises.
Two teens killed in drive-by shooting in Lacey, WA
Two male teenagers were found dead with gunshot wounds early Friday morning in Lacey near College Street Southeast and 24th Avenue, in what investigators believe was a drive-by shooting.
Two male teenagers were found dead with gunshot wounds early Friday morning in Lacey near College Street Southeast and 24th Avenue, in what investigators believe was a drive-by shooting.
Heavy rain slams Seattle, causing urban flooding
Widespread urban flooding struck the Seattle area Friday as heavy rain overwhelmed storm drains clogged with leaves and debris. City crews worked throughout the day in West Seattle to clear more than a hundred drains, responding to street flooding and traffic issues, including a spinout on the West Seattle Bridge.
Widespread urban flooding struck the Seattle area Friday as heavy rain overwhelmed storm drains clogged with leaves and debris. City crews worked throughout the day in West Seattle to clear more than a hundred drains, responding to street flooding and traffic issues, including a spinout on the West Seattle Bridge.
WA man arrested in Alabama for fatal punch at White River Amphitheater concert
Devin McCurdy is charged with second-degree murder, accused of fatally punching a man outside the White River Amphitheater.
Devin McCurdy is charged with second-degree murder, accused of fatally punching a man outside the White River Amphitheater.