Seattle man charged with hate crime in Ballard QFC attack

A Seattle man is accused of trying to run over a Black grocery store worker in Ballard, and returning the next day to issue death threats.

Man faces hate crime charges after Ballard QFC attack
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A 27-year-old Seattle man is in custody after allegedly targeting a grocery store worker with racial slurs and using his car as a weapon. Jack Vafi reportedly threatened to return with a gun after a confrontation at a Ballard QFC.

Seattle International Film Festival 2026: Dates, lineup and highlights

The 52nd Seattle International Film Festival kicks off May 7 in Seattle, showcasing a massive lineup of global cinema and personal appearances from Hollywood stars.

Newly appointed principal at Seattle's Adams Elementary under fire

A Seattle Public Schools principal is under fire again. This time, after she was appointed to a new position at a Ballard elementary school.

Adams Elementary parents rally against new principal
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An embroiled Seattle Public Schools principal is under fire again after she was appointed to a new position at a Ballard Elementary School.

Sea lions pack Seattle docks, signaling shift in Puget Sound ecosystem

They're here, and they're loud. Sea lions are flooding the docks of Ballard right now, a sign of a broader shift in the Puget Sound's ecosystem.

A sign of the sea lions: Why they're gathering in Seattle
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Sea lions are back in big numbers, stacked on docks across Seattle's Ballard neighborhood. But as FOX 13's Lauren Donovan explains, that chaos could be a sign of something much bigger.

Ballard rally draws supporters for light rail project
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Supporters rallied in Ballard to oppose potential cuts to the proposed light rail extension. Organizers say the voter-approved project remains critical as Sound Transit weighs options amid a major budget shortfall.

Rally planned to oppose cuts to Ballard light rail project
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Community members are rallying to protect the Ballard light rail project as Sound Transit weighs potential cuts. Officials say a multibillion-dollar funding gap is putting the expansion at risk.

Salt & Straw to serve 'waste less' flavors to celebrate Earth Month

In celebration of Earth Month, Salt & Straw will release a set of flavors highlighting the importance of sustainability and reducing food waste.

Seattle business out $10K after burglary, owner blames SPD alarm policy

A Ballard business owner is out thousands of dollars after someone forced their way inside, and she says she feels little support from the city or police.

Ballard, WA cafe owners camping in business overnights to stop copper thieves

Cafe owners in Ballard tell FOX 13 they are forced to camp out overnight at their business to stop recurring copper thefts. The National Nordic Museum faces similar troubles.

Copper wire thieves hit Ballard cafe twice
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After copper thieves targeted a Ballard cafe twice in one week, the owner says he's beyond frustrated and feels let down by city leaders.

Copper thieves target Ballard cafe, owners beyond frustrated

A cafe in Ballard has been hit by copper thieves twice this week. The co-owner said he is beyond frustrated and feels let down by city leaders.

Officer injured, suspect critically wounded in Ballard shooting
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Seattle police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred late Thursday afternoon, leaving a suspect injured with critical injuries and an officer with a graze wound.