SR-99 tunnel crash backs up morning Seattle traffic Tuesday

Tuesday morning traffic came to a crawl in downtown Seattle as a motorcycle crash near the exit of the SR-99 tunnel blocked the roadway.

Man, woman injured in shooting at north Seattle playground

Seattle police are investigating a shooting near a playground that left a man and woman injured Monday night.

Seattle’s hottest day of the year comes with warnings

Local officials are urging caution as rising temperatures prompt Western Washington residents to seek relief at local beaches, parks, and rivers.

Seattle boosts security, cleans up notorious spots for World Cup

The city of Seattle targeted crime and homeless encampments ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, prompting noticeable improvements in some of its most notorious intersections as the tournament began.

10 years later: Japanese chain restaurant Benihana returns to Seattle

For the first time in 10 years, Seattleites will be able to go a Benihana as the Japanese chain restaurant announces a return to the city.

Hundreds of Belgium fans march through Seattle ahead of FIFA match

Belgian supporters turned downtown Seattle into a sea of black, red and yellow ahead of their match, gathering early Monday morning before marching toward Seattle Stadium.

Thousands lose power in Seattle on hottest day of the year

Thousands of customers lost power in northern Seattle on Monday morning. The outages came amid a heat advisory, with the city on track to experience its hottest day of 2026.

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.

Dozens of suspected DUI arrests in King County amid World Cup matches

The number of drivers suspected of driving under the influence over the first weekend of the FIFA World Cup is a significantly higher than normal for King County, we ask local authorities about their plans to combat road safety.

Scorching weather in Seattle for city's first World Cup match

Incoming heat advisory will coincide with Seattle’s first-ever FIFA World Cup match on Monday as Belgium faces Egypt at noon. Our FOX 13 weather team breaks down what to expect on match day.

'Buy Black Card' aims to boost Black-owned WA businesses

What is the "Buy Black Card" in Seattle? Local leaders and community advocates gathered over the weekend to launch the consumer option that aims to give a boost to Black-owned businesses in Washington.

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.