Zohran Mamdani begins his term as NYC mayor with an historic swearing in

Zohran Mamdani became mayor of New York City on Thursday, taking over one of the most unrelenting jobs in American politics with a promise to transform government on behalf of the city's striving, struggling working class. 

Will Smith sued by violinist for sexual harassment, wrongful termination claims

Brian King Joseph, a professional violinist, is suing Will Smith and his company, Treyball Studios Management, alleging a series of retaliatory and discriminatory actions during a global music tour.

Good Day Seattle on Thursday, 1/1
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Good Day Seattle on FOX13 airs seven days a week in Seattle, covering Washington state news, politics, weather, traffic, entertainment and sports.

US 2 reopens ahead of schedule from Skykomish, WA to Steven Pass Ski Resort
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US Highway 2 reopened near Skykomish to Stevens Pass at 6 a.m. on Jan. 1, earlier than expected, after crews finished clearing debris and repairs. The reopening is a major boost for local businesses, which saw steep losses during the nearly three-week closure and are now preparing for returning traffic. Delays and restrictions remain east of Stevens Pass, with pilot cars, detours, and up to hour-long waits, and a full restoration is still months away with no firm timeline.

WATCH: Zohran Mamdani's full speech at his NYC mayoral inauguration

Zohran Mamdani hosted what his team called the "Inauguration of a New Era," a public swearing-in ceremony and citywide celebration on Thursday afternoon.

'Seattle News Weekly S1E20': Flooding conspiracy theories & New Year's traditions
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On this episode of Seattle News Weekly, FOX 13's David Rose and Lauren Donovan bring us the latest information on flooding across Western Washington and the Lauren takes a deeper dive into conspiracy theories surrounding it. The two also chat about New Year's traditions and what they are looking forward to in 2026.

Seattle News Tonight for Wednesday, 12/31
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FOX 13 is Seattle and Western Washington’s source for breaking news, weather, traffic and sports.

Washington News Wrap for Wednesday, 12/31
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Washington News Wrap covers a diverse array of news around the Pacific Northwest.

Man killed in Christmas Day homicide in Mason County, WA

A man accused of shooting and killing his friend after a game of roughhousing on Christmas Day appeared in court.

Seattle shares their 2026 New Year's resolutions
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As we celebrate New Year's Eve, it gives many a chance to turn the page and grow. FOX 13 photojournalist Dino DeLaRosa spoke with people around Seattle about their 2026 resolutions and where they want to go next year.

Skagit County flooding cleanup continues
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It's a long road ahead for those recovering from historic flooding in Skagit County, and resources are available for those who want to start the new year with a clean slate.

Measles, "super flu" cases on the rise
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As measles cases in the U.S. skyrocketed to the highest level in over 3 decades, new data from the CDC shows flu cases continuing to spike across the country, driven by a new variant called "super flu."

New year, new laws in Washington
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Big changes are coming to Washington state in 2026, many of which could impact you and your wallet.

Oak Harbor neighbors outraged over sudden NYE fireworks show cancellation
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Neighbors in Oak Harbor complained online that no one got a heads up that the city's annual New Year's Eve fireworks show was cancelled until just yesterday.

Millions stolen in German bank heist
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Millions of dollars worth of property is missing from a German bank after an elaborate robbery over the weekend.