Washington News Wrap for Wednesday, 9/17
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.
Analyzing Washington's latest unemployment report
The Washington Department of Employment Security released the latest unemployment report on Wednesday, with the data showing a mixed bag when it comes to job growth.
The Washington Department of Employment Security released the latest unemployment report on Wednesday, with the data showing a mixed bag when it comes to job growth.
1 hospitalized in reported stabbing, assault in Shoreline, WA
A person was hospitalized after a reported stabbing in Shoreline on Wednesday afternoon.
A person was hospitalized after a reported stabbing in Shoreline on Wednesday afternoon.
Seattle News Tonight for Wednesday, 9/17
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.
White River Bridge closure: WA businesses see 50% drop in business
Nearly one month after the White River Bridge was abruptly closed due to a semi-truck crash, local businesses in Buckley and Enumclaw say they’re facing a financial crisis.
Nearly one month after the White River Bridge was abruptly closed due to a semi-truck crash, local businesses in Buckley and Enumclaw say they’re facing a financial crisis.
WSU to begin selling beer, wine at football games
Washington State University will launch a new pilot program allowing walk-around beer and wine sales at Gesa Field, starting with the September 20, 2025, Apple Cup game against Washington.
Washington State University will launch a new pilot program allowing walk-around beer and wine sales at Gesa Field, starting with the September 20, 2025, Apple Cup game against Washington.
Robert Redford's connection to Washington State University
Aside from Redford?s legacy in the film industry, he prioritized environmental sustainability efforts that he brought to the Palouse region through his Institute for Resource Management program in the early 1980s.
Aside from Redford?s legacy in the film industry, he prioritized environmental sustainability efforts that he brought to the Palouse region through his Institute for Resource Management program in the early 1980s.
Family calls on FDA to approve life-saving treatment
One Bellevue family is seeing life-changing results for their son thanks to a new drug. But getting the drug FDA-approved is now faced with challenges and technicalities, ultimately putting the future of the treatment in jeopardy.
One Bellevue family is seeing life-changing results for their son thanks to a new drug. But getting the drug FDA-approved is now faced with challenges and technicalities, ultimately putting the future of the treatment in jeopardy.
Man sentenced to 19 years for rideshare driver murder
An Edmonds man was sentenced to more than 19 years in prison for fatally shooting a rideshare driver last year.
An Edmonds man was sentenced to more than 19 years in prison for fatally shooting a rideshare driver last year.
Job market concerns amid Fed interest rate cuts
For the first time this year, the Federal Reserve has announced a cut to its key interest rate. It comes as concerns over a slowing job market outweigh the Fed's concerns over inflation.
For the first time this year, the Federal Reserve has announced a cut to its key interest rate. It comes as concerns over a slowing job market outweigh the Fed's concerns over inflation.
Are school cellphone bans effective?
A new school year is underway, and more districts are trying out new restrictions on cellphones. The goal is to improve student learning and behavior, but the big questions is, are cellphone bans effective?
A new school year is underway, and more districts are trying out new restrictions on cellphones. The goal is to improve student learning and behavior, but the big questions is, are cellphone bans effective?
White River Bridge closure impacts local businesses
As the bridge connecting Enumclaw and Buckley remains shut down after a month, communities on both sides have seriously struggled.
As the bridge connecting Enumclaw and Buckley remains shut down after a month, communities on both sides have seriously struggled.
Undocumented immigrant accused of double murder
A 29-year-old man who ICE officials say was living in the country illegally is accused in a gruesome crime.
A 29-year-old man who ICE officials say was living in the country illegally is accused in a gruesome crime.
33 years since Misty Copsey's disappearance
Wednesday marks 33 years since Misty Copsey disappeared from the Puyallup Fair. Police continue to investigate the case.
Wednesday marks 33 years since Misty Copsey disappeared from the Puyallup Fair. Police continue to investigate the case.
RAW: Car jumps Seattle's University Bridge during police pursuit
Traffic camera video from the Seattle Department of Transportation captures the moment a car evaded police by jumping the University Bridge while it was closing.
Traffic camera video from the Seattle Department of Transportation captures the moment a car evaded police by jumping the University Bridge while it was closing.
Government shutdown fears intensifying
Democrats and Republicans can't seem to get on the same page for a continuing resolution to keep the lights on, just days from the government running out of money.
Democrats and Republicans can't seem to get on the same page for a continuing resolution to keep the lights on, just days from the government running out of money.
Seattle Children's Hospital plans 154 layoffs
Seattle Children?s Hospital is planning to lay off 154 employees this November, according to a WARN announcement.?
Seattle Children?s Hospital is planning to lay off 154 employees this November, according to a WARN announcement.?
West Coast Health Alliance issues vaccine recommendations
Four Democratic-led Western states announced joint recommendations Wednesday about who should be vaccinated for seasonal respiratory viruses, including the flu and COVID-19, saying the Trump administration has jeopardized public health by politicizing the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Four Democratic-led Western states announced joint recommendations Wednesday about who should be vaccinated for seasonal respiratory viruses, including the flu and COVID-19, saying the Trump administration has jeopardized public health by politicizing the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Singer D4vd cancels Seattle shows after body found in his Tesla is ID'd
Singer D4vd will be canceling his second Seattle show after Los Angeles authorities identified the body of a teen girl who was discovered in a Tesla connected to the singer earlier this month.
Singer D4vd will be canceling his second Seattle show after Los Angeles authorities identified the body of a teen girl who was discovered in a Tesla connected to the singer earlier this month.
Teens arrested in Seattle drive-by shootings
Seattle police arrested two teens believed to be connected to multiple drive-by shootings in the area.
Seattle police arrested two teens believed to be connected to multiple drive-by shootings in the area.