Kirkland police investigated alleged human trafficker more than a year before his arrest
King County Prosecutors allege Nikita Tyukalo hosted parties at a rented mansion in Bellevue and recruited young women to produce online sex content.
Seattle mayor announces crime crackdown in troubled neighborhood
Seattle is taking a new approach to one of its most troubled neighborhoods, but not everyone agrees on what comes next. City leaders promise safer streets and renewed hope, while residents and business owners wait to see whether real change will follow. The debate is growing, and the stakes are...
‘Prolific’ Bellevue, WA retail theft suspect back in jail just months after release
Janeice Downs, a prolific organized retail theft suspect released from prison in January, was rearrested on June 12 and charged with first-degree organized retail theft for a series of high-end shoplifting incidents across Western Washington. Investigators linked Downs to the theft of two Louis Vuitton handbags worth o
Kent School Board approves reduction of 229 employees
The Kent School Board approved a reduction of 229 employees to help cover an estimated $32.5 million deficit and to balance the 2026-2027 Kent School District budget. District leaders aren’t planning to lay off any teachers because they expect about 141 to leave through attrition, such as retiring, leaving the district
2 small earthquakes hit back-to-back in Washington
Two small earthquakes struck Washington just hours apart overnight Thursday. A 2.9-magnitude quake hit about a mile southeast of Easton at around 10:30 p.m. Thursday. Another quake hit about seven miles east of Carnation at around 1 a.m. Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Washington faces
‘Why would I trust them?’: Jake slams $900K investment in KCRHA after it lost...
Seattle and King County are investing $900,000 in an independent audit of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) after the agency ran $45 million over budget and couldn’t account for $13 million. Jake Skorheim and Spike O’Neill, co-hosts of “The Jake and Spike Show” on KIRO Newsradio, questioned...
Enjoy vintage cars and historic hydroplanes at free ‘Hydros & Hot Rods’ event on...
The Hydroplane & Raceboat Museum in Kent will host its annual Hydros & Hot Rods Vintage Car & Hydroplane Show on Saturday, July 11, offering visitors a chance to see historic hydroplanes and classic automobiles side by side. The free, family-friendly event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m....
Seafair updates ticketing, entry rules for 4th of July at Seattle’s Gas Works Park
FOX 13 Seattle has announced a new official broadcast partnership with Seafair to provide exclusive live coverage and streaming of the summer's signature events. Attendees planning to watch the 4th of Jubly fireworks at Gas Works Park must secure a free ticket in advance, as entry is limited and strictly first-come, fi
Young Suspect Triggers Heavy Police Swarm On Renton’s NE Sunset Boulevard
Renton’s NE Sunset Boulevard saw a tense Thursday night after an armed robbery in the 3200 block sent officers swarming the area in search of a young suspect described as a male in his late teens to early 20s. Police warned nearby residents to expect a heavy law enforcement...
Washington state trooper pulls over Tesla; driver says it was ‘possible’ she was asleep
A Tesla going nearly 80 mph will get any Washington state trooper's attention, especially when the officer sees the driver's head flopping back and forth" as the car changes lanes. A Seattle driver was cited for negligent driving Tuesday, and issued a $500 ticket, after Trooper Jake Lilley says he...

















