Seattle weather: Dry day with increasing clouds, late showers Friday

FOX 13 meteorologist Claire Anderson has the latest forecast. SEATTLE - Another day of sun, clouds and a few showers for western Washington as an upper-level low remains spinning offshore. Highs today reached the upper 60s to even the low 70s....

China’s Golden Week crowds underscore tourism boom and safety strains

BEIJING – Before Beijing’s Happy Valley amusement park opens each morning, its employees conduct security checks and runs “empty car” tests on rollercoasters – inspections that will be repeated more often throughout the day as the park braces...

2025 ACL Music Festival: Travelers flocking to Austin from across the country

The Austin City Limits Music Festival will take center stage at Zilker Park this weekend. AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin City Limits Music Festival will take center stage at Zilker Park this weekend. Travelers flocked to attend the festival from all...

Wellens travel journal: Checking Fairbanks off my college hockey bucket list

FAIRBANKS, Alaska — The very nice and helpful woman at the rental car counter took one look at my driver’s license on Thursday afternoon and quickly realized she could skip the winter driving spiel she gave to most of the out-of-state customers...

Yelp names the top coffee shop in America (And no, it's not in Seattle)

Coffee is practically a food group in the U.S. In fact, two-thirds of American adults drink coffee each day—more than any other beverage. From exhausted moms to overworked businessmen, coffee is about more than bean water. It is community, it is...

College roundup: Central Washington volleyball sweeps Seattle Pacific

BILLINGS, Mont. — Central Washington wasted little in starting its road trip off strong on Thursday in Alterowitz Gymnasium. Corinne Westby drilled 12 kills and Scottie Ellsworth added 10 as the Wildcats swept the host Yellowjackets 25-12, 25-14,...

Mariners, businesses brace for playoff frenzy in Seattle

Seattle readies for a rare October spotlight as the Mariners face Detroit in the ALDS — with 100k fans expected in SODO and businesses cashing in. SEATTLE — The postseason is coming back to Seattle, and excitement is already spilling out from...

Lawsuit: Seattle teacher punched 13-year-old student

A civil lawsuit alleges that in 2018, a Seattle Public Schools math teacher punched a student in the face twice. The student, now 21, is seeking relief. SEATTLE — A civil trial beginning next week will examine whether Seattle Public Schools failed...

Washington state’s active wildfires offer warning, state lands chief says

Amanda Zhou / The Seattle Times (TNS) Two wildfires burning east of the Cascade crest are now the state's largest, and serve as a reminder that, despite rainy, fall weather in Western Washington, fire season rages on. Commissioner of Public Lands...

Buccaneers nurse several injuries heading into Seattle

FOX 13's Mark Skol Jr. heard from the team about their long list of injuries as the Bucs travel to Seattle on Sunday. TAMPA, Fla - One thing is obvious at the practice fields of One Buc Place - the Buccaneers are banged up. "Those guys are...

Port of Seattle to close 3 docks at Salmon Bay Marina, forcing out liveaboards and floating homes

Port of Seattle is offering support of up to $10,000 in towing expenses for floating homes. SEATTLE — Salmon Bay Marina will soon look emptier after the Port of Seattle announced it will permanently close three of its five docks next year, forcing...

3 arrested for kidnapping, armed robbery in Seattle's CID

Seattle police arrested three people after a 39-year-old man escaped from an armed robbery and kidnapping early Thursday morning. SEATTLE - Police arrested three suspects after they drove a man from Spokane to Seattle, and then robbed him at...

Art x NW: Finding respite from the darkness in Seattle arts spaces

It’s easy to feel like you’re slacking if you aren’t actively worrying about the harrowing global concerns currently grabbing headlines. But this newsletter is here to remind you that taking time for art is not only mentally restorative, it’s...

In committee, House Republicans support increased punishments for camping in DC

The bill targeting camping in public spaces is among a set of measures that threaten DC’s home rule. Image by angela n. used with permission. The original version of this article appeared in Street Sense’s September 24, 2025 edition. We’re...

'The Tigers did it': Traveling fans battle nerves, MLB schedule to see pivotal win

Cleveland — A change in the Game 3 start time between the Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians meant fans who were traveling from hours away had to make quick decisions about attending Thursday's game, but were treated to a big win over a rival....

Behrouz Tabani Granted Visa, Joins Stacked Lineup for Mr. Olympia 2025

Just days away from the biggest bodybuilding event of 2025, Iranian qualifier Behrouz Tabani has been granted a visa to travel to Las Vegas for the Mr. Olympia competition, and it could shake up an already stacked field. Tabani has been a dominant...

Heading to Seattle this weekend? Prepare for over 100,000+ to join you

SEATTLE — Seattle is set to host a bustling weekend as tens of thousands flock to the city for major events. Among the weekend events: The Mariners will have playoff games Saturday and Sunday. The Seahawks play the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday...

How much house does $500,000 buy you in Seattle?

Back in 2014, spending $500,000 on a house was generally reserved for high earners. The typical U.S. home sold for $159,000, while starter homes averaged just $101,000. Fast-forward to today, and prices have more than doubled: A standard home now...

UVA’s Tony Elliott receives shocking message on Louisville, Wazzu, UNC, Cal, Wake Forest, Duke, Virginia Tech

Virginia Cavaliers football coach Tony Elliott may be able to complete a comeback to UVA’s glory days of the middle Bronco Mendenhall years. All it will take for Virginia to reach the ACC Championship Game, according to The Athletic’s Dan...

Washington state Discover Pass price to increase 50% Oct. 1. Here’s what else is rising

Simone Carter / The Olympian (TNS) Washington state Discover Pass prices are increasing on Wednesday, climbing from $30 to $45 per year. The pass is a fee charged to park vehicles at state-run parks, lands and recreation sites. State lawmakers...