Washington News Wrap for Thursday, 10/9
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.
Starbucks to layoff nearly 1,000 Seattle, Kent workers
Starbucks is laying off nearly 1,000 workers in Seattle and Kent, according to the Washington State Employment Security Department.
Starbucks is laying off nearly 1,000 workers in Seattle and Kent, according to the Washington State Employment Security Department.
Longer wait for new WA hybrid-electric ferries
In July, Governor Bob Ferguson announced the state will award a $715 million contract to a Florida company to make three new hybrid-electric ferries for the state's evolving ferry fleet. But a new report says the choice comes with a slower timeline.
In July, Governor Bob Ferguson announced the state will award a $715 million contract to a Florida company to make three new hybrid-electric ferries for the state's evolving ferry fleet. But a new report says the choice comes with a slower timeline.
Nearly 1,000 Starbucks workers in Seattle, Kent to be laid off
Starbucks plans to lay off 974 workers in Seattle and Kent starting December 5.
Starbucks plans to lay off 974 workers in Seattle and Kent starting December 5.
Government shutdown latest: Senate rejects funding bills for 7th time
The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.
The U.S. Senate rejected competing funding bills for the seventh time on Thursday, meaning that the federal government shutdown will continue, at least for now.
Seattle nonprofit prepares for food emergency amid government shutdown
Many Americans are a single-missed paycheck away from needing support from their local food banks, raising major concerns as the government shutdown enters its ninth day.
Many Americans are a single-missed paycheck away from needing support from their local food banks, raising major concerns as the government shutdown enters its ninth day.
Suspected DUI driver crashes into Pierce County, WA deputy, arrested
A man was arrested for DUI after crashing into a Pierce County deputy's patrol car in Tacoma on Thursday.
A man was arrested for DUI after crashing into a Pierce County deputy's patrol car in Tacoma on Thursday.
Seattle News Tonight for Thursday, 10/9
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.
Seattle police searching for suspect after man shot in face
A 40-year-old man was shot in the head and face late Wednesday night in South Seattle near South Winthrop Street and Cheasty Boulevard South. Seattle police found the victim and transported him to Harborview Medical Center, but the shooter remains at large.
A 40-year-old man was shot in the head and face late Wednesday night in South Seattle near South Winthrop Street and Cheasty Boulevard South. Seattle police found the victim and transported him to Harborview Medical Center, but the shooter remains at large.
Seahawks look to bounce back against Jaguars in Week 6
The Seattle Seahawks are gearing up to face the 4-1 Jacksonville Jaguars this weekend, hoping to bounce back from last week's loss to the Buccaneers.
The Seattle Seahawks are gearing up to face the 4-1 Jacksonville Jaguars this weekend, hoping to bounce back from last week's loss to the Buccaneers.
One-on-one with Seattle city council candidate Sara Nelson
The current Seattle City Council leader identifies expanding access to addiction treatment as the first priority if re-elected, believing the fentanyl crisis is the root cause of both public safety and chronic homelessness issues.
The current Seattle City Council leader identifies expanding access to addiction treatment as the first priority if re-elected, believing the fentanyl crisis is the root cause of both public safety and chronic homelessness issues.
Suspected DUI driver crashes into Pierce County patrol car
A suspected DUI driver crashed into a Pierce County deputy's patrol car last night in Tacoma. Body camera video shows the deputy was uninjured, but the driver was arrested for DUI after admitting to drinking and having open containers of alcohol found in his car.
A suspected DUI driver crashed into a Pierce County deputy's patrol car last night in Tacoma. Body camera video shows the deputy was uninjured, but the driver was arrested for DUI after admitting to drinking and having open containers of alcohol found in his car.
Third suspect arrested in Bellevue, WA jewelry store robbery
King County prosecutors have charged Roberta Olson, 32, with robbery and theft for her role as an accomplice in the brazen, on-camera theft of a $30,000 watch in Bellevue. Tips to Crime Stoppers helped identify Olson, who was wanted on multiple warrants. The getaway driver, Patrick Maysonet, and a 16-year-old suspect have also been arrested and charged in the case.
King County prosecutors have charged Roberta Olson, 32, with robbery and theft for her role as an accomplice in the brazen, on-camera theft of a $30,000 watch in Bellevue. Tips to Crime Stoppers helped identify Olson, who was wanted on multiple warrants. The getaway driver, Patrick Maysonet, and a 16-year-old suspect have also been arrested and charged in the case.
Cold case re-opened: Detective and husband retrace steps in 2006 double murder
Snohomish County cold case detectives are revisiting the nearly two-decades-old unsolved murders of Mary and Susannah Stodden, who were killed on the Pinnacle Lake Trail in 2006.
Snohomish County cold case detectives are revisiting the nearly two-decades-old unsolved murders of Mary and Susannah Stodden, who were killed on the Pinnacle Lake Trail in 2006.
Government shutdown strains local food banks helping federal workers
Nine days into the government shutdown, a Seattle nonprofit, Food Lifeline, is struggling with razor-thin supplies as it prepares for an influx of federal workers needing aid.
Nine days into the government shutdown, a Seattle nonprofit, Food Lifeline, is struggling with razor-thin supplies as it prepares for an influx of federal workers needing aid.
Judge orders mental evaluation for man accused of setting two sex shops on fire
A Snohomish County judge has ordered a mental competency evaluation for a 48-year-old man accused of setting fire to two different sex shops in Everett on the same night.
A Snohomish County judge has ordered a mental competency evaluation for a 48-year-old man accused of setting fire to two different sex shops in Everett on the same night.
Postal worker shot in face expected to lose eye; GoFundMe started
A 26-year-old contracted Amazon delivery driver, Blake Coleman, has been charged with shooting U.S. Postal Service carrier Anthony Santoro in the face during an argument. Santoro is expected to lose his eye.
A 26-year-old contracted Amazon delivery driver, Blake Coleman, has been charged with shooting U.S. Postal Service carrier Anthony Santoro in the face during an argument. Santoro is expected to lose his eye.
'Seattle News Weekly S1E9': Controversial new taxes take effect in WA
On the ninth episode of the "Seattle News Weekly" podcast, FOX 13 Seattle anchor Hana Kim talks about a suite of controversial new taxes that took effect this month, pushed by the state's Democratic-majority Legislature. Joining Hana to discuss the effect of these recent taxes is Joshua Dirks, team lead of Seattle-based advertising company Project Bionic.
On the ninth episode of the "Seattle News Weekly" podcast, FOX 13 Seattle anchor Hana Kim talks about a suite of controversial new taxes that took effect this month, pushed by the state's Democratic-majority Legislature. Joining Hana to discuss the effect of these recent taxes is Joshua Dirks, team lead of Seattle-based advertising company Project Bionic.
Finger-pointing continues as Senate vote fails to end government shutdown
The government shutdown continues after yet another Senate vote to fund federal agencies failed, escalating political finger-pointing.
The government shutdown continues after yet another Senate vote to fund federal agencies failed, escalating political finger-pointing.
Kraken open fifth season with focus on youth movement
The Seattle Kraken are set to begin their fifth NHL season tonight at home, featuring a roster that has shifted to prioritize young talent under new head coach Lane Lambert.
The Seattle Kraken are set to begin their fifth NHL season tonight at home, featuring a roster that has shifted to prioritize young talent under new head coach Lane Lambert.