Lauren Donovan

Seattle

News Reporter at KCPQ-TV/KZJO-TV (Seattle, WA)

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Viral TikTok warns women of convicted rapist released in Seattle

2 days ago | fox13seattle.com | Lauren Donovan

A TikTok video warning about a recently released convicted rapist in Seattle has gone viral, amassing over 10,000 shares in just a few days and igniting a conversation about public safety, rehabilitation, and online accountability. The subject of the video is Phillip Baldwin, 34, who was allegedly released from prison on May 12 after serving 16 years for two separate rape convictions.
New Port of Seattle data reveals spike in void sailings, drop in truck traffic

3 days ago | fox13seattle.com | Lauren Donovan

As U.S. and China trade negotiations resume and tariffs shift yet again, small business owners across the Pacific Northwest are feeling the ripple effects, as evidenced by new data out of the Ports of Seattle and Tacoma. By the numbers: The Northwest Seaport Alliance, which oversees cargo movement through Seattle and Tacoma, has released its first-ever weekly update, and the numbers paint a mixed picture.
Jeffrey Zizz pleads not guilty to kidnapping, murdering WA grandmother

1 week ago | q13fox.com | Connor Sarles |Lauren Donovan

By Connor Sarles and Lauren Donovan Published May 6, 2025 7:32pm PDT The handyman accused of murdering a Thurston County grandmother pleaded not guilty in court Tuesday. Jeffrey Zizz, 47, who is also a convicted child molester, pleaded not guilty to two counts of first-degree murder, kidnapping and unlawful disposal of human remains. Zizz is suspected of murdering 82-year-old Marcia Norman.
Is an electric, high-speed hydrofoil the answer to WA's ferry crisis?

1 week ago | fox13seattle.com | Lauren Donovan

As Washington’s ferry system continues to face a shortage of vessels and resources, and water taxi runs across Puget Sound are increasingly cut back, commuters are left searching for reliable alternatives. Now, a futuristic-looking vessel docked at Seattle's Bell Harbor Marina may signal a breakthrough. Keep reading to learn more about this new kind of vessel and how it could become the future of Seattle's public marine transit.
Manhunt underway for inmate who escaped police at SEA Airport

1 week ago | fox13seattle.com | Lauren Donovan

A man wanted in Kentucky remains on the run more than 24 hours after escaping from bounty hunters at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Sedrick Stevensen, who has a history of fleeing custody, was last seen Sunday morning at the Capitol Hill light rail station in Seattle. The Bowling Green, Kentucky Police Department confirmed to FOX 13 Seattle that Stevensen is a convicted felon who failed to appear for a jury trial.
Why swimming in WA lakes right now could be deadly

2 weeks ago | fox13seattle.com | Lauren Donovan

As the region gears up for the official start of boating season, public health officials are urging caution before diving into the water. Though Thursday marks the warmest day of the year so far, water temperatures remain dangerously cold—and potentially deadly. In 2023 alone, at least 30 people across Washington died in preventable drownings, according to public health data.
Coyote stalks, charges man and dog on Edmonds trail

2 weeks ago | fox13seattle.com | Lauren Donovan

A man walking his dog on the Southwest County Trail in Edmonds says a coyote charged and stalked them, following them all the way out to Olympic View Drive. The backstory: Jerome Thiebaud recalled the encounter to FOX 13. "For me, it was just a display of, like, ‘okay, you need to leave,’" said Thiebaud. He said there was barking and even howling. However, he left the woods. "I’m a big guy, so I was never afraid they were going to be attacking me or jumping on me," said Theibaud.
Coyote stalks, charges man and dog on Edmonds, WA trail

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Lauren Donovan

The BriefA man says he and his dog were charged and stalked by a coyote while walking on the Southwest County Trail in Edmonds. The wild animal allegedly followed them out of the woods, and was barking and even howling. EDMONDS, Wash. - A man walking his dog on the Southwest County Trail in Edmonds says a coyote charged and stalked them, following them all the way out to Olympic View Drive. The backstoryJerome Thiebaud recalled the encounter to FOX 13.
Coyote stalks, charges man and dog on Edmonds trail

2 weeks ago | q13fox.com | Lauren Donovan

Coyote stalks, charges man in Edmonds Another close call with a coyote was reported in western Washington, with a man in Edmonds saying the wild animal lunged at him and his dog. EDMONDS, Wash. - A man walking his dog on the Southwest County Trail in Edmonds says a coyote charged and stalked them, following them all the way out to Olympic View Drive. The backstory: Jerome Thiebaud recalled the encounter to FOX 13. "For me, it was just a display of, like, ‘okay, you need to leave,’" said Thiebaud.
Watch: Hiker’s close call with black bear family on Issaquah trail

2 weeks ago | fox13seattle.com | Lauren Donovan

As spring brings warmer weather to the Pacific Northwest, it’s also bringing wildlife out of hibernation — including black bears. A recent close encounter between a hiker and a mother black bear with her two cubs on a popular trail in Issaquah is drawing attention online. Alexander Polt took the now viral image and shared additional videos with FOX 13. He says he was hiking the Puget Power Trail around 7:30 PM on Tiger Mountain when he spotted the furry family.