The Seattle landmark that's now an infamous parking garage
Seattle's historic Pioneer Square neighborhood was almost wiped off the map for parking lots. FOX 13's Lauren Donovan explains how one of Seattle's greatest eye-sores accidentally saved the city's historic soul.
Seattle's historic Pioneer Square neighborhood was almost wiped off the map for parking lots. FOX 13's Lauren Donovan explains how one of Seattle's greatest eye-sores accidentally saved the city's historic soul.
World Cup crowds leave lasting impact on Seattle businesses
About a week after the last World Cup match in Seattle, it's much quieter in Pioneer Square. The buzzing crowds may be gone, but some business say they left a lasting impression.
About a week after the last World Cup match in Seattle, it's much quieter in Pioneer Square. The buzzing crowds may be gone, but some business say they left a lasting impression.
Seattle's Pioneer Square businesses eye future after FIFA World Cup 2026
Will it last? Local business owners in downtown Seattle expressed optimism that this global exposure will drive lasting summer tourism to the historic neighborhood. We look at the numbers during the World Cup period.
Will it last? Local business owners in downtown Seattle expressed optimism that this global exposure will drive lasting summer tourism to the historic neighborhood. We look at the numbers during the World Cup period.
Seattle businesses prepare for record crowds ahead of USMNT match
Local businesses in Seattle's Pioneer Square are bracing for a massive influx of soccer fans as the U.S. Men's National Team prepares to face Belgium on Monday night.
Local businesses in Seattle's Pioneer Square are bracing for a massive influx of soccer fans as the U.S. Men's National Team prepares to face Belgium on Monday night.
Live camera: Fans return to Seattle Stadium for Belgium-Senegal knockout match
Tens of thousands of soccer fans are heading back to Seattle Stadium on Wednesday as the city will be hosting its fifth FIFA World Cup, a knockout round match between Belgium and Senegal.
Tens of thousands of soccer fans are heading back to Seattle Stadium on Wednesday as the city will be hosting its fifth FIFA World Cup, a knockout round match between Belgium and Senegal.
Iranians demand democratic change in Seattle
Protesters are taking this World Cup moment to demand democratic change for Iranians.
Protesters are taking this World Cup moment to demand democratic change for Iranians.
Evening World Cup match in Seattle: Pedestrian zones shifted
The Egypt vs. Iran Pride match will kick off at 8 p.m. Friday, leading to a shift in transportation accommodations like the Pioneer Square pedestrian zone.
The Egypt vs. Iran Pride match will kick off at 8 p.m. Friday, leading to a shift in transportation accommodations like the Pioneer Square pedestrian zone.
USMNT in Seattle: How FIFA USA vs AUS fans celebrate
It is match day in Seattle and Friday will have no shortage of crowds in the city as multiple large-scale sporting events converge in SoDo. Our reporters speak with fans of both teams ahead of the USA vs AUS match.
It is match day in Seattle and Friday will have no shortage of crowds in the city as multiple large-scale sporting events converge in SoDo. Our reporters speak with fans of both teams ahead of the USA vs AUS match.
World Cup Seattle: How to beat stadium traffic on match day
Hundreds of thousands of soccer fans will be in Seattle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the city hosts matches.
Hundreds of thousands of soccer fans will be in Seattle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as the city hosts matches.
Seattle bars, shops expect monster World Cup Friday
After already seeing massive crowds during Seattle's first World Cup match, Friday's matchup between USA and Australia will likely be on another level.
After already seeing massive crowds during Seattle's first World Cup match, Friday's matchup between USA and Australia will likely be on another level.
What to know before biking to Seattle's FIFA World Cup 2026 match days
From free bike valets to parking corrals, Seattle has new programs to make it easier to cycle, scoot, or roll into the city's World Cup match days as Lime rolls out 15,000 new units to the streets.
From free bike valets to parking corrals, Seattle has new programs to make it easier to cycle, scoot, or roll into the city's World Cup match days as Lime rolls out 15,000 new units to the streets.
Crowds exceed expectations ahead of first World Cup match in Seattle
Businesses in Pioneer Square say foot traffic has kicked into high gear ahead of the first FIFA match in Seattle.
Businesses in Pioneer Square say foot traffic has kicked into high gear ahead of the first FIFA match in Seattle.
What is Seattle Stadium's water bottle policy during FIFA World Cup 2026?
Security changes are in effect at the temporarily renamed "Seattle Stadium" and the surrounding areas. From what kind of water bottles you can bring in, to where police cameras will be rolling, we look at FIFA World Cup safety.
Security changes are in effect at the temporarily renamed "Seattle Stadium" and the surrounding areas. From what kind of water bottles you can bring in, to where police cameras will be rolling, we look at FIFA World Cup safety.
Where to watch FIFA World Cup matches in Seattle and Washington
Here are the top venues to watch and celebrate the World Cup in Seattle and Washington.
Here are the top venues to watch and celebrate the World Cup in Seattle and Washington.
17th annual Pioneer Square Spring Clean underway
Hundreds of volunteers gathered for the 17th annual Pioneer Square Spring Clean, picking up litter and pressure washing the Seattle neighborhood to prepare for an influx of World Cup foot traffic.
Hundreds of volunteers gathered for the 17th annual Pioneer Square Spring Clean, picking up litter and pressure washing the Seattle neighborhood to prepare for an influx of World Cup foot traffic.
Seattle mayor unveils new Pioneer Square public bathrooms
Pioneer Square has opened new public bathrooms ahead of the World Cup, but FOX 13 Seattle asked the mayor some more pressing questions during the toilet paper-cutting ceremony.
Pioneer Square has opened new public bathrooms ahead of the World Cup, but FOX 13 Seattle asked the mayor some more pressing questions during the toilet paper-cutting ceremony.
Seattle mayor cuts toilet paper ribbon to open Pioneer Square restrooms
During a toilet paper ribbon-cutting ceremony, Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson, along with community leaders, unveiled new public bathrooms in the Pioneer Square and SoDo neighborhoods on Friday.
During a toilet paper ribbon-cutting ceremony, Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson, along with community leaders, unveiled new public bathrooms in the Pioneer Square and SoDo neighborhoods on Friday.
New restrooms open in Seattle's Pioneer Square, SoDo
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is opening new public restrooms in Pioneer Square using a ceremonial toilet paper ribbon-cutting.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is opening new public restrooms in Pioneer Square using a ceremonial toilet paper ribbon-cutting.
DJ Diesel takes over Pioneer Square for the World Cup
Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal is bringing his DJ Diesel persona to Seattle for a massive block party. The open-air event takes place Saturday, June 20, in Pioneer Square to celebrate the World Cup. Event organizers promise a safe, spacious environment for fans to enjoy electronic music, with tickets currently available online.
Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal is bringing his DJ Diesel persona to Seattle for a massive block party. The open-air event takes place Saturday, June 20, in Pioneer Square to celebrate the World Cup. Event organizers promise a safe, spacious environment for fans to enjoy electronic music, with tickets currently available online.
Seattle's Pioneer Square will become car-free zone for 2026 World Cup matches
Pioneer Square will become a pedestrian-only zone on 2026 World Cup match days to create a walkable fan experience, SDOT announced.
Pioneer Square will become a pedestrian-only zone on 2026 World Cup match days to create a walkable fan experience, SDOT announced.