'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.

Balducci vs Zahilay: King County Executive Debate
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FOX 13 and Seattle City Club host a debate between King County Executive candidates Claudia Balducci and Girmay Zahilay.

Portland braces for federal troops as protests escalate and a conservative influencer is arrested

Five years after protests roiled Portland, the city known for civil disobedience is again at the center of a political maelstrom as it braces for the arrival of federal troops promised by President Donald Trump.

US government shutdown day 3: What Republicans, Democrats are saying
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We are expecting another vote in the Senate to reopen the federal government on Friday. However, once again, it doesn't look like the numbers have changed overnight.

Harrell, Wilson participate in Seattle Mayor Debate
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FOX 13 and City Club host a mayoral debate between Seattle candidates Bruce Harrell and Katie Wilson.

'It's FIFA's Tournament': FIFA responds to Trump's World Cup relocation threats
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The Vice President of FIFA has publicly dismissed President Trump's threat to relocate World Cup matches from U.S. host cities he deems unsafe, including Seattle. The official stated that "FIFA makes those decisions," adding that the sport is bigger than the current political debate.

One-on-one with Seattle councilmember candidate Rachael Savage
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Seattle City Council candidate Rachael Savage, challenging incumbent Alexis Mercedes Rink, emphasizes public safety and a new approach to homelessness, mental illness, and drug addiction.

Government shutdown continues as Trump prepares for federal layoffs
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The federal government shutdown has entered its second day, with President Trump reportedly preparing for layoffs that could affect thousands of federal workers.

US government shutdown continues: What both sides are saying
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Today is day two of the U.S. government shutdown. Senators have left town until Friday to observe Yom Kippur, an almost certain sign that the shutdown will not end today.

US National Guard troops training for deployment in Oregon
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A hearing is scheduled in the state of Oregon’s lawsuit over the deployment of U.S. National Guard troops, with the state asking a federal judge to put a stop to it.

Government shutdown continues
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The government shutdown continues and lawmakers won't even meet to vote on a new deal Thursday.

Here's how long the government shutdown could go on

This shutdown is expected to last at least three days, as the Senate isn't likely to hold any votes until at least Oct. 3.

One-on-one with Seattle councilmember Alexis Mercedes-Rinck
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With businesses seeing those sweeping state taxes, one Seattle City Councilmember wants to increase the B&O tax even more for large companies while lowering taxes for smaller businesses.

Interview with Seattle City Council candidate Alexis Mercedes Rinck
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FOX 13 Seattle anchor and reporter Hana Kim sits down with Seattle City Council member Alexis Mercedes Rinck, who is running to keep her position representing Seattle in the general election.

Interview with Seattle City Council candidate Rachael Savage
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FOX 13 Seattle anchor and reporter Hana Kim sits down with Rachael Savage, who is running for Seattle City Council Dist. 8, looking to unseat incumbent Alexis Mercedes Rinck.

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.

Just 3 states are responsible for 80% of known school book bans

An annual report on book bans in U.S. schools finds that 80% of the nearly 7,000 books banned for the 2024-2025 school year took place in just three states. 

Government shutdown begins. What happens now?

While many federal agencies still operate during the shutdown, government employees’ jobs and several public services will be impacted. Here’s what you need to know.