Seattle mayor announces National Guard defense plan
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Seattle is taking steps to prepare in case President Trump decides to send federal troops to the city.

Kshama Sawant's husband facing assault charges
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The husband of Kshama Sawant allegedly assaulted a staffer of Congressman Adam Smith, and may face assault charges.

WA leaders announce WIC vouchers during government shutdown

Leaders in King County have announced plans to plug the gaps on benefits to tens of thousands of Washingtonians amid the ongoing federal government shutdown.

'Maybe they're hungry': Seattle mayor's public safety comments spark online debate

A comment made by Bruce Harrell about repeat criminal offenders in Seattle during Thursday's debate is gaining attention from national media as the race for mayor heats up.

Bruce Harrell vs Katie Wilson: How to watch the 2025 Seattle mayoral debates

FOX 13 will televise two debates for Seattle mayor with incumbent Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson each confirmed to participate in both forums.

How WA is affected by a government shutdown
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As the clock ticks closer towards midnight with a government shutdown deadline looming, FOX 13 is answering the question: What impacts will be felt in Washington state?

Seattle, Portland leaders join state officials in rejecting Trump's PNW troop deployment

Portland residents are confused by Trump's latest deployment of troops in U.S. cities, viewing it as a costly political distraction. Governor Ferguson and other Washington leaders issued statements.

WA group says signature gatherers for ballot initiatives are being harassed, attacked

A woman was arrested in Tacoma, accused of vandalizing signs and destroying petitions as a group was trying to gather signatures for new ballot initiatives.

Group says signature gatherers for ballot initiatives are being harassed, attacked
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A woman was arrested in Tacoma accused of vandalizing signs and destroying petitions as a group was trying to gather signatures for a couple of new ballot initiatives.

WA denies DOJ's request for voter data
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Washington's Secretary of State has declined the Department of Justice's request to turn over voter registration lists.

Voter guide: What to know about the 2025 WA general election

It's voting season for Washington general election, and we have a full guide to prepare for the November ballot measures and candidates.

Comcast sues WA over new advertising tax
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Comcast is suing Washington state, targeting a new tax starting next month that some say could cause major issues with keeping the state budget balanced.

DOJ requests Washington's voter registration database

The U.S. Department of Justice has requested Washington's voter registration records, including sensitive personal data.

Brian Heywood announces two new WA initiatives
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Brian Heywood, a Redmond man behind several successful voter initiatives, announced two new initiatives focusing on parental rights and transgender youth in sports.

WA state funding at risk over truck driver rules
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Washington is one of three states that could lose millions in federal funding unless lawmakers require commercial derivers to speak and understand the English language.

WA sues Trump admin over withheld funding for crime victims
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Washington is joining nearly 20 other states in a lawsuit against the Trump administration for blocking federal funding for crime victims.

Gov. Ferguson responds to AG Bondi's sanctuary city threats
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A letter from the U.S. Attorney General tells Washingtons state to cut out its unauthorized immigrant protection laws or lose federal funding. Governor Bob Ferguson says he's not budging.

States, cities respond to sanctuary city crackdown
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Washington Governor Bob Ferguson says he has no intention to succumb to threats from Attorney General Pam Bondi to change sanctuary laws or face funding cuts and even criminal prosecution.