Washington News Wrap for Wednesday, 10/15
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.
State superintendent says WA special education system remains intact amid federal layoffs
Proposed staff cuts at the U.S. Department of Education led to concerns about students' legal protections and the availability of special education services.
Proposed staff cuts at the U.S. Department of Education led to concerns about students' legal protections and the availability of special education services.
Hanford nuclear waste plant now online
Washington leaders are calling it a historic day, as the Hanford Vit Plant started processing radioactive waste material on Wednesday, the culmination of a years-long effort to clean up the Hanford Nuclear Site.
Washington leaders are calling it a historic day, as the Hanford Vit Plant started processing radioactive waste material on Wednesday, the culmination of a years-long effort to clean up the Hanford Nuclear Site.
Seattle News Tonight for Wednesday, 10/15
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.
Fall foliage less vibrant in much of the US
As we head deeper into fall, environmental and weather experts say much of this season's foliage is more muted than usual.
As we head deeper into fall, environmental and weather experts say much of this season's foliage is more muted than usual.
Seattle City Council candidate Adonis Ducksworth sits down with FOX 13
Adonis Ducksworth, a community activist who worked on the Seattle transportation plan, is running for the Seattle City Council District 2 seat.
Adonis Ducksworth, a community activist who worked on the Seattle transportation plan, is running for the Seattle City Council District 2 seat.
Protecting special education in WA amid staffing cuts
The U.S. Department of Education recently made staffing cuts, and the reduction is raising questions about possible impacts for Washington families.
The U.S. Department of Education recently made staffing cuts, and the reduction is raising questions about possible impacts for Washington families.
"Palate Provisions" highlights under-the-radar restaurants
One food influencer is making it his mission to shine a light on local mom and pop businesses and restaurants you've probably never heard of.
One food influencer is making it his mission to shine a light on local mom and pop businesses and restaurants you've probably never heard of.
Supreme Court seemingly inclined to gut key provision in Voting Rights Act
The U.S. Supreme Court appears inclined to limit the Voting Rights Act's ability to force states to draw electoral districts in favor of minority voters.
The U.S. Supreme Court appears inclined to limit the Voting Rights Act's ability to force states to draw electoral districts in favor of minority voters.
Ensuring justice in animal cruelty cases
Associate director of project strategy at PETA Colin Henstock speaks with FOX 13 Seattle about the safety of dog daycare centers following a recent animal cruelty case in Ballard.
Associate director of project strategy at PETA Colin Henstock speaks with FOX 13 Seattle about the safety of dog daycare centers following a recent animal cruelty case in Ballard.
Man robs, beats elderly woman in Seattle
An 88-year-old woman is recovering after Seattle Police say she was attacked by a stranger.
An 88-year-old woman is recovering after Seattle Police say she was attacked by a stranger.
Woman killed, driver arrested in Parkland crash
A man is in custody, accused of hitting and killing a woman while trying to speed away from Pierce County deputies.
A man is in custody, accused of hitting and killing a woman while trying to speed away from Pierce County deputies.
Mamdani calls out Trump in first appearance on Fox: 'I know he may be watching'
"I will not be a mayor like Mayor Adams who will call you to figure out how to stay out of jail," Mamdani said.
"I will not be a mayor like Mayor Adams who will call you to figure out how to stay out of jail," Mamdani said.
Mariners ready for ALCS Game 3 vs Blue Jays
The Seattle Mariners are set to face off in the Game 3 of the American league Division Series at T-Mobile Park, with both M's and Blue Jays fans ready to catch postseason action.
The Seattle Mariners are set to face off in the Game 3 of the American league Division Series at T-Mobile Park, with both M's and Blue Jays fans ready to catch postseason action.
❤️ U MITCH: Sign seen by millions during Brewers-Cubs game stirs curiosity
As hometown baseball fans celebrated a Brewers victory over the Chicago Cubs at American Family Field on Saturday, Oct. 11, a mystery emerged.
As hometown baseball fans celebrated a Brewers victory over the Chicago Cubs at American Family Field on Saturday, Oct. 11, a mystery emerged.
88-year-old woman violently attacked, robbed in South Seattle
An 88-year-old woman was sent to the hospital Monday night after being violently attacked on her back porch in South Seattle.
An 88-year-old woman was sent to the hospital Monday night after being violently attacked on her back porch in South Seattle.
'Great Washington Shakeout' drill happens Thursday
In Washington state, more than 1.5 million participants are already registered for the Great Washington ShakeOut, a statewide event to practice the crucial "Drop, Cover and Hold On" earthquake safety action.
In Washington state, more than 1.5 million participants are already registered for the Great Washington ShakeOut, a statewide event to practice the crucial "Drop, Cover and Hold On" earthquake safety action.
Good Day Seattle at 8am on Wednesday, 10/15
Good Day Seattle on FOX13 airs seven days a week in Seattle, covering Washington state news, politics, weather, traffic, entertainment and sports.
Good Day Seattle on FOX13 airs seven days a week in Seattle, covering Washington state news, politics, weather, traffic, entertainment and sports.
USC grad student accused of drugging, raping victims over 4-year period
Sizhe Weng, a Chinese national, is being held without bail and faces eight felony counts, including rape and sexual penetration.
Sizhe Weng, a Chinese national, is being held without bail and faces eight felony counts, including rape and sexual penetration.
Israel-Hamas peace deal
Desperately needed humanitarian aid is finally headed for Gaza, and today, hundreds of trucks carrying food and supplies were seen traveling through Egypt.
Desperately needed humanitarian aid is finally headed for Gaza, and today, hundreds of trucks carrying food and supplies were seen traveling through Egypt.