Seattle weather: Record heat ramping up Sunday

Temperatures are heating around western Washington.  Whether you are heading to cool off in area lakes or to enjoy one of the several watch parties around town, be sure to take breaks and stay hydrated.  Also, be safe in the water, as many are still cold even on our hot days. 

Seattle weather: Heat alerts stretch into Monday's FIFA World Cup 2026 match

Hot temperatures will continue to build on Sunday and Monday as a weather ridge reaches peak strength. Caution is advised for people doing outdoor activities, especially swimming.

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.

Seattle nonprofit returns 20 free World Cup tickets over barring of Somali referee

A youth-soccer nonprofit in Seattle has returned 20 free World Cup tickets to protest the U.S. decision to bar Somali referee Omar Artan from entering the country.

WA advocates urge Gov. Ferguson to do more on fentanyl deaths

Outreach and recovery advocates are calling on Gov. Bob Ferguson to take stronger action against the state's fentanyl crisis following a series of deadly overdoses.

Officials warn of dangerous waters during Seattle heat advisory

As temperatures hit 80s and 90s over the next few days, officials warn of the dangers of high bacteria levels and dangerously cold waters throughout the region.

Seattle turns on Stadium District CCTV cameras ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026

All of Seattle's CCTV cameras are expected to be up and active by the end of Friday as Mayor Wilson responds to local police partners seeking to increase security around the city during the World Cup.

Your ultimate visitors guide to Seattle for the FIFA World Cup 2026

Visiting Seattle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, or simply looking for a summer getaway? Here is your ultimate guide to activities, food, the outdoors and more in the Emerald City.

Family seeks driver in violent Seattle hit-and-run crash

The family of Dominic Martinez is pleading for the public's help after a violent hit-and-run collision in southwest Seattle.

Ballard warehouse fire cause under investigation
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The Seattle Fire Department is still investigation the cause of a large warehouse fire in the Ballard and Fremont neighborhood. FOX 13's Shawn Chitnis joins Good Day Seattle with more information.  

Seattle police search for downtown shooting suspect

Seattle police are searching for a suspect who shot a man in downtown early Friday morning. 

Large commercial warehouse fire in Seattle
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Seattle fire crews battled a large warehouse fire Thursday afternoon in the Ballard neighborhood. 

Seattle Center welcomes global fans for 39-day FIFA World Cup celebration

Fans of Mexico and South Africa gathered at Seattle Center Thursday to celebrate the first match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup tournament.

'Summer of Soccer' brings upgrades to Sound Transit

Sound Transit is launching several improvements to its services in time for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Eastbound I-90 lanes reopen in Seattle's Mount Baker Tunnel following crash

The two right eastbound lanes inside the Mount Baker Tunnel along I-90 were briefly blocked due to a crash that happened Thursday afternoon. 

Seattle City Council committee approves financial power for social housing

A Seattle City Council committee approved a measure giving the city's social housing developer more flexibility to finance future housing projects.

Man accused of Bellevue, WA OnlyFans human trafficking ring pleads not guilty

Nikita Tyukalo, the 21-year-old accused of leading an organized crime ring that exploited women through adult content websites, pleaded not guilty in court on Wednesday.