Tacoma, WA zoo animals enjoy snow day, Point Defiance Zoo closes for day

Zookeepers in Tacoma shared photos of their animals enjoying Friday's western Washington snowfall as the Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium announced they would close for the day.

Thousands without power as snow falls in western WA

Tens of thousands of homes and businesses across western Washington lost power on Friday as snow dipped down to the lowlands. FOX 13 is monitoring outage zones and service restoration times.

Seattle Junior Sonics wheelchair basketball team headed to nationals

he Seattle Junior Sonics varsity wheelchair basketball team has qualified for nationals in Louisiana, their first nationals trip in about a decade.

Seattle Mariners unveil T-Mobile Park Value Menu, Value Beers for 2026

The Seattle Mariners announced a new Value Menu at T-Mobile Park for the 2026 MLB season. Here's what items cost and where to find them.

When are UW cherry blossoms peak bloom in Seattle?

The University of Washington's iconic cherry trees are expected to reach peak bloom this month on the Seattle campus, according to university researchers.

What happens next for Seattle after Iran pulls out of FIFA World Cup?

Seattle faces an uncertain future when it comes to the World Cup this summer as Iran’s sports minister said the country’s team cannot play in the United States.

All northbound lanes of Seattle's SR 99 First Avenue bridge closed until Friday

WSDOT has extended the shutdown of all northbound lanes on SR 99 First Avenue bridge, as crews discovered the damage to the steel grid deck was worse than expected.

Victim testifies in Seattle Waterfront shooting trial
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The trial of a man accused of shooting a veteran street performer in a wheelchair on the Seattle Waterfront is underway.

Seattle's UW ski racing team makes history in run to nationals

Despite one of the worst ski seasons in recent memory in Washington state and barely being able to run traditional practices, the Husky Ski Team is competing at nationals this week in New York.

Seattle City Council passes immigration detention center moratorium

The Seattle City Council unanimously approved an emergency moratorium blocking new immigration detention centers from opening or expanding in Seattle.

WA judge rules on media figures' access to Capitol in Olympia

Washington state lawmakers were within their rights when they declined to issue press passes to three conservative media figures, a federal judge ruled Tuesday.

Seattle Mayor proposes $410M levy to fund city libraries

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced Tuesday a proposal for a $410 million levy to support the city's public libraries.

FBI adds WA double-murder suspect Samuel Ramirez Jr. to Most Wanted List

The FBI added Samuel Ramirez Jr., suspect in the 2023 Federal Way double murder of two women, to its Ten Most Wanted list with a $1M reward.

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.

Starbucks announces new slate of Seattle location closures

Starbucks representatives have announced five locations in the Seattle area will be shut down. The Starbucks Workers United union says they have filed an unfair labor practice charge.

2 Seattle women stranded in Dubai amid Iran conflict return home

A family is back home in Seattle, after they were stranded in the United Arab Emirates for six days. Their trip was unexpectedly extended, as the conflict in Iran continues escalating.

Seattle weather: Rain/snow mix this week

Morning clouds across the region today gradually broke apart, allowing for some afternoon sun. It will be a fairly typical early-March setup around the greater Seattle area, with a mix of clouds and sunshine and temperatures staying seasonably mild.