Seattle Now Monday Evening Headlines
Jan 13, 2026
Protests erupted in the Seattle area over the recent shooting of Renee Good, with rallies demanding action against ICE. Meanwhile, significant charges emerged from a Portland border patrol shooting. Iranian Americans held a rally at the Space Needle, urging U.S. intervention amid unrest in Iran. As the Washington legislature convenes, new bills are on the table, including one to standardize law enforcement qualifications. Additionally, avalanche dangers threaten the ski season, and local headlines include road repairs and an exciting Seahawks playoff matchup.
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Local Outcry Over ICE Shooting
- Protests surged in Seattle after the fatal shooting of Renee Good, reflecting local anger at ICE tactics.
- New mayor Katie Wilson pledged legal and creative measures to protect immigrant families.
Portland Border Patrol Shooting Developments
- Two people shot by U.S. Border Patrol in Portland now face federal charges and are in custody.
- Court filings show agents cited fear of being hit and the FBI hasn't found video of the incident.
Seattle Iranian Americans Protest
- About 200 Iranian Americans gathered near the Space Needle to call for U.S. intervention against Iran's government.
- Organizer Homera Bakhtieri implored President Trump to "please help us" amid deadly protests in Iran.