Port of Seattle 'ghost town' rumors circulate online
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Videos and pictures being shared on social media are raising concerns that the Port of Seattle is turning into a "ghost town" amid Trump's tariffs.

King County, WA sees reduction in gun violence
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The critical work to curb gun violence in western Washington seems to be paying off, as new numbers show King County is seeing the safest start since before the pandemic.

Social media says Seattle ports are empty — but data shows growth

Viral TikTok videos and Facebook posts claiming the Port of Seattle is “effectively dead" are spreading fast — but port officials say the rumors aren’t true.

FOX 13 Seattle wins 12th annual Windermere Media Cup race

Ahead of the fastest two minutes in rowing, the 2025 Windermere Media Cup took place on the Montlake Cut Tuesday morning.

Seattle's historic Virginia Inn to stay open
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The Virginia Inn, a Seattle institution older than the Pike Place Market, will stay open after facing eviction over the past few weeks.

Windermere Cup Media race preview
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FOX 13's Taylor Winkel has a preview of the Windermere Cup media race on Tuesday.

4 weeks of summer lane closures for Seattle's I-5 Ship Canal Bridge

Seattle drivers will need to plan for alternate routes or be ready to wait in restricted traffic along a stretch of I-5 this summer.

Month of May starting with warm weather in Seattle

Keep the rain jacket close by if you’re in the greater Seattle area today! Drier weather takes over tonight. The first day of May will be warm with highs in the mid 70s for the Emerald City. 

Former SPD officials seek $3M over romance rumors
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Former Seattle Police Department Chief of Staff Jamie Tompkins wants the city of Seattle to pay her $3 million for pain and suffering caused by rumors she was in a sexual relationship with ex-Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz.

Former Seattle PD official seeks $3M over romance rumors
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Former high-ranking member of the Seattle Police Department and former FOX 13 News anchor Jamie Thompkins is seeking $3 million in emotional damages.

‘Violated, degraded, dehumanized’: Ex-Seattle police official Jamie Tompkins demands $3M

Former SPD Chief of Staff Jamie Tompkins is demanding $3 million from the city of Seattle, alleging she was harassed over false rumors of a sexual relationship with ex-Chief Adrian Diaz.

Washington Sports Wrap: April 28, 2025
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Not one, but two guests join Alyssa Charlston-Smith on the set of WSW! WNBA reporter and founder of BetaBasket.com, Roberta Rodrigues gives her thoughts on the upcoming season for the Seattle Storm. Also, former Sounders player Kelyn Rowe stops by to discuss the recent Sounders streak and the hot play from Danny Musovski.

Seattle hit-and-run critically injures scooter rider
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Seattle police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who hit a man on a scooter in downtown Seattle early Monday morning.

No charges for Bothell, WA teacher over student sexual misconduct allegations

Prosecutors have opted not to file charges against a former Bothell High School teacher accused of an alleged sexual relationship with one of his students in 2015.

Seattle Mayor, Police Chief celebrate record-high number of new officers

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and Police Chief Shon Barnes announced a major increase in police officer hires in 2025 compared to years past.

Watch: Hiker’s close call with black bear family on Issaquah trail

As spring brings warmer weather to the Pacific Northwest, it’s also bringing wildlife out of hibernation — including black bears.