'Seattle News Weekly': WA election results, political trends, tax tensions

In this episode of the “Seattle News Weekly" podcast, political analyst Sandeep Kaushik joined Hana Kim to unpack the WA election results.

LIVE: WA state election results 2025

Here are live, updated election results for key Washington state races.

When do election results get updated in WA?

Elections offices will are scheduled to release the next set of ballot counts on Wednesday. Here's what to know.

What happens after Election Day? Here's how votes are counted in King County, WA

The vote counting process extends weeks beyond Election Day, involving mandatory signature verification, strict separation to ensure voter privacy, and final certification typically three weeks after the election.

'Seattle News Weekly': Seattle's mayoral race candidates

In the 12th episode of the “Seattle News Weekly" podcast, Erin Mayovsky and John Hopperstad analyze the Seattle Mayoral race (Harrell vs. Wilson) and the King County Executive race, noting that candidates share similar platforms on key issues like homelessness and public safety.

WA flags will fly at half-staff on Friday honoring 4 deaths

Gov. Bob Ferguson has ordered flags to be flown at half-staff on Oct. 17 to honor the lives of four fallen soldiers who died near Joint Base Lewis-McChord last month.

Sen. Cantwell warns Big Ten presidents eyeing private equity deals

Sen. Maria Cantwell sent a letter to Big Ten presidents Friday, warning that a move into private equity could have negative consequences, including impacting the schools' tax-exempt status.

WA reaches agreement on clergy abuse reporting law, awaiting court approval

Months of legal battles may have an end in sight as Washington state agrees to new stipulations in a clergy abuse reporting bill signed into law back in May.

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.