NOAA lists kidney failure as Tokitae's official cause of death
Tokitae, a Southern Resident killer whale that was held captive most her life, died in September. NOAA Fisheries has listed her cause of death as "kidney failure."
Two firefighters sent to hospital following 3-alarm fire in Renton
Two firefighters were sent to the hospital as a precaution following an hours-long fire fight in Renton.
Southern Resident Killer Whale research shows unique bond between mothers, sons
Researchers have found that female orcas protect their sons -- but not their daughters -- in their later years. What the findings tell scientists studying the endangered Southern Resident orcas.
Special needs baseball squad making waves in the South Sound
The South Sound Titans are the only 15+ special needs baseball team in our state and they're proving themselves to be a top knotch club -- but they hope more volunteers, players can form teams to create competition in our state.
Baby orca spotted with L Pod for the first time in two years
The endangered Southern Resident orcas are returning to the Salish Sea with a new baby in tow this summer.
Farmers raise alarm over polluted water flowing in from Canada
Water flowing into the U.S. has abnormally high levels of fecal bacteria. Locals near the U.S.-Canada border say more needs to be done to protect people, salmon and shellfish.
Search underway for missing Tacoma pilot
Tacoma Pilot, Rod Collen was last seen March 6 when he went out for a flight for a flight, the 15-year pilot ever returned. Family reported him missing. According to Flight Radar 24 -- his 2006 Cessna T182 Turbo Skylane -- took off from Tacoma Narrows Airport at 5:35 p.m. flying over Fox Island but his signal dropped seven minutes into the flight over the Key Peninsula.
Scientists tap volunteers to save integral species to Puget Sound ecosystem
Rockfish were once abundant in Puget Sound, now scientists and volunteers are working to ensure they don't disappear—a threat that could have dire consequences for the area's ecosystem.
Black History Month: Continuing the Dream
FOX 13 Seattle is sharing inspiring stories for Black History Month. Brian Jackson and Franque Thompson highlights some of the people and places that you should know about in our community.
Washington woman trapped in Costa Rica as medical bills Soar
A Washington woman is stuck in a hospital overseas after complications during a dental procedure. Her medical bills are soaring as family members scramble in an attempt to bring her home.
Push to phase out gas stoves over health concerns met with online anger
A closer look at what's behind the uproar over gas-powered stoves, and why potential health impacts have doctors speaking up.
Kent teacher strike reaches day 3 as negotiations spill into public
The negotiations between the Kent School District and the teacher's union spills into the public, as KEA reaches day 3 of it's strike.
Divers hope to wrap up work, raise sunken fishing vessel near San Juan Island soon
Divers are back in the water near San Juan Island two weeks after a ship sank, putting wildlife at-risk due to an oil spill.
Fast moving brush fire nearly wipes out Lakewood homes
Neighbors manned water hoses, and firefighters rushed in to rescue a number of homes after winds drove a brush fire towards half-a-dozen homes on Sunday.
Family, friends honor teen cyclist killed in a crosswalk
Family and friends gathered for a silent bike ride in Parkland on Sunday to honor the life of 13-year-old Michael Weilert, while raising awareness of safety issues for bicyclists.
Monroe's superintendent remains on leave following controversy, district seeks interim candidate
Monroe School District is looking for an interim superintendent. The district's current superintendent remains on leave following controversy, in-depth investigation.
A race to stop a kelp crisis, with impacts far beyond local waters
Underwater forests that support our area's local ecosystem are failing. Researchers and volunteers are racing to figure out what's going wrong.
Issaquah man wakes up, finds burglar inside his room
An Issaquah man was woke up early Saturday morning to learn that burglars had gained entry to his home -- he was shocked to find a woman inside his room going through his things.
8 residents rescued from three-alarm fire in Seattle
A three-alarm fire in Seattle's First Hill neighborhood left two people in critical condition, and a third in serious condition Sunday night.
Alaska Airlines pilots prepare to vote on strike-authorization, as cancellations pile up
The pilots union for Alaska Airlines will begin to vote on a strike-authorization on Monday. The move comes as a pilot shortage is being blamed for delays and cancellations.