John Hopperstad

1 month ago | fox13seattle.com | John Hopperstad

The Justice Department is investigating a newly enacted Washington state law that mandates Catholic clergy to report instances of child harm, similar to requirements for doctors and teachers. The law has sparked controversy, with concerns about potential violations of the First Amendment right to freedom of religion.

Oct 30, 2024 | fox13seattle.com | John Hopperstad

Less than a week to the election, and there are a lot of eyes on the race for president. But in Washington, voters will also elect a new governor. Bob Ferguson and Dave Reichert are facing off to succeed Jay Inslee. For Reichert, it is a culmination of a long career in law enforcement and public service, though he says the attack ads on him are relentless and he doesn’t have the money to always fight back. "It’s hard to get your truth out, hard to get your word out," said Reichert.

Oct 30, 2024 | yahoo.com | John Hopperstad

SEATTLE - Less than a week to the election, and there are a lot of eyes on the race for president. But in Washington, voters will also elect a new governor. Bob Ferguson and Dave Reichert are facing off to succeed Jay Inslee. For Reichert, it is a culmination of a long career in law enforcement and public service, though he says the attack ads on him are relentless and he doesn’t have the money to always fight back.

Jun 4, 2024 | fox13seattle.com | John Hopperstad |Jim Jensen

A multi-vehicle crash involving a semi-truck blocked lanes on I-405 in Tukwila on Tuesday. The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) sent out the initial alert at around 5:15 a.m., saying a collision was blocking the I-405 northbound off-ramp to SR-181. FOX 13 crews arrived at the scene to gather more information. The incident appeared to be a three-car crash involving a semi-truck, a large pickup truck and a sedan.

Mar 19, 2024 | fox13seattle.com | John Hopperstad |Jim Jensen

SR-18 in Auburn partially closed Tuesday morning after a semi-truck crashed and rolled over – completely blocking the entrance to the Green River Bridge. Just before 6:00 a.m., the Washington State Patrol (WSP) announced that the eastbound lanes were closed down due to the crash. Semi-truck rollover crash completely blocks eastbound SR-18 at the Green River Bridge. (Photo: Puget Sound Fire) Troopers say traffic is being diverted off the Auburn-Black Diamond Rd. off-ramp.