WA's Sea-Tac Airport prepares for summer surge

Seattle Tacoma International Airport is adjusting its Spot Saver expedited security screening system to prepare for the surge of summer travelers.

Seattle Soccer Celebration Barge coming to Elliott Bay, FIFA events at Pier 62
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A massive, one-of-a-kind floating soccer festival is officially hitting the Seattle waterfront just in time for the FIFA World Cup. Here's a firsthand look.

Seattle Soccer Celebration Barge coming to Elliott Bay
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It is a floating festival on Elliott Bay! Sounders FC and Reign FC have announced the Seattle Soccer Celebration Barge just in time for the FIFA World Cup, and FOX 13's Taylor Winkel is on board with a firsthand look.

Christian Pulisic leads US National Team into World Cup
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With excitement building for the World Cup, the U.S. National Team is gearing up for their first match against Paraguay in Los Angeles on Friday. FOX 13 sports reporter Ethan McReynolds has more on the squad and some U.S. players to look out for during the tournament.

Seattle officials unveil massive $32M security plan for World Cup
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Federal and local authorities are launching a massive $32 million security operation in Seattle to protect 750,000 fans ahead of the FIFA World Cup, which is just a week away.

Federal, Seattle officials outline 'unprecedented' 2026 World Cup security plan

Federal, state, and Seattle officials announced Monday that they are launching what security experts describe as an unprecedented safety effort for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches in the city.

Authorities detail Seattle FIFA World Cup safety plan
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A coalition of federal, county, and city public safety agencies convened at Coast Guard Base Seattle on Monday to detail security operations and public readiness protocols for the upcoming World Cup games.

World Cup 2026: These players competing in the soccer tournament play for professional clubs

With the 2026 World Cup just days away, here is a complete guide to the soccer club teams that Team USA’s players call home when they aren't wearing the stars and stripes on the global stage.

FIFA World Cup safety in Seattle, WA
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By next Monday, thousands of international soccer fans are expected to make their way to the Pacific Northwest for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Leading up to that, federal and local public safety agencies are working together to make sure everyone stays safe.

Teams battling brutal humidity ahead of World Cup
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Amid growing safety concerns over brutal North American summer humidity, FIFA has modified its stadium security protocol to allow fans to carry factory-sealed water bottles into matches.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson activates stadium-area cameras during World Cup
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Following a joint security briefing detailing credible safety threats from the FBI and local police, Seattle officials have authorized the immediate activation of surveillance cameras in the stadium district ahead of upcoming global soccer matches.

World Cup opening ceremonies: What to know

The 2026 World Cup ceremonies are taking place in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico and will celebrate sports and soccer, while representing the host nations' cultures.

Space Needle transformed with soccer ball design ahead of FIFA World Cup

With the FIFA World Cup set to get underway next week, the Space Needle is now dressed up for the occasion, sporting a new soccer ball inspired design atop the 605-foot tall landmark.

The Final Countdown to FIFA World Cup 2026 | Futbol HQ
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Around the country and coast-to-coast, we check in the host cities counting down to the kick-off of FIFA World Cup 2026 - starting in less than one week!

Space Needle World Cup Soccer Ball
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A giant soccer ball now welcomes visitors above the city skyline at the Space Needle in celebration of the world's biggest sporting event and Seattle's role as a Host City.