Shawn Chitnis

Washington

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

Articles

Dozens arrested after protests escalate at University of Washington in Seattle

1 week ago | yahoo.com | Shawn Chitnis

The BriefAbout 30 people were arrested after a protest escalated Monday night at UW. The university said protesters created a dangerous environment near the Interdisciplinary Engineering Building. A suspended student group allegedly organized the protest over the building's ties to Boeing. SEATTLE - Thirty-one people were arrested after protests escalated Monday night at the University of Washington.
Dozens arrested after protests escalate at University of Washington in Seattle

1 week ago | fox13seattle.com | Shawn Chitnis

About 30 people were arrested after protests escalated Monday night at the University of Washington. The university released a statement Tuesday morning condemning illegal activity and an antisemitic statement issued by a "suspended student group", though it did not name the group. The other side: The group ‘Super UW’ – Students United for Palestinian Equality and Return – posted on Instagram claiming the protest was in opposition to a newly funded building by Boeing.
Deputies searching for suspect after deadly shooting in Pierce County

3 weeks ago | fox13seattle.com | Shawn Chitnis

The Pierce County Sheriff's Office is investigating a deadly shooting that happened late Wednesday night in Spanaway. What we know: Residents in the 17400 block of 17th Avenue East reported hearing 20 to 30 gunshots at approximately 10:36 p.m. and discovered a male lying in the middle of the cul-de-sac. Upon arrival, deputies found the area littered with shell casings. Nearby homes and vehicles were struck by gunfire, but no other injuries were reported.
2 dead in suspicious house fire in Pierce County

1 month ago | fox13seattle.com | Shawn Chitnis

Two people are dead following a house fire near Gig Harbor, according to the Pierce County Sheriff's Office. Authorities are investigating the fire's suspicious nature. Gig Harbor Fire crews responded to the blaze in the 15000 block of 14th Avenue Northwest shortly after 8 p.m. on Tuesday. Upon arrival, firefighters found the home engulfed in flames. They were able to bring the fire under control quickly. Neighbors reported hearing a large explosion before the house caught fire.
Multiple pot shop smash and grabs shut down Seattle street, cause gas leak

2 months ago | fox13seattle.com | Shawn Chitnis

Seattle police are investigating two attempted smash-and-grab incidents at marijuana businesses early Tuesday morning, including one at the Reef Cannabis Store in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. The incidents have raised concerns about the structural integrity of the affected buildings. What we know: The first attempted break-in happened around 3:30 a.m. at the intersection of Denny Way and Olive Street.
Multiple pot shop smash and grabs shut down Seattle street, cause gas leak

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Shawn Chitnis

The BriefSeattle police are investigating two attempted smash-and-grab incidents at marijuana businesses, including the Reef Cannabis Store in Capitol Hill, which occurred early Tuesday morning. Significant structural damage at the Capitol Hill location has led to the closure of a section of Denny Way to both vehicles and pedestrians for safety reasons.
15 years since deadly shooting of 4 Lakewood police officers

Dec 5, 2024 | fox13seattle.com | Shawn Chitnis

The 15th annual Lakewood Police Department Fallen Officer Food Drive returns this week to honor the lives of four members of law enforcement killed in 2009. The event benefits Emergency Food Network and a connected blood drive supports Bloodworks NW. The primary day of the event is Thursday, Dec. 5,from 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Lakewood Police Station.
Bomb cyclone winds topple tree onto bus in Seattle

Nov 20, 2024 | fox13seattle.com | Jim Jensen |Shawn Chitnis

Powerful winds from Tuesday night's bomb cyclone caused a tree to fall onto a King County Metro bus in the Seattle’s Wedgwood neighborhood overnight. FOX 13 Reporter Shawn Chitnis responded to the scene to gather more information. Photo: FOX 13 Reporter Shawn Chitnis The tree reportedly fell onto the bus near the corner of NE 95th St. and 35th Ave. NE at around 11:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
Denver's bloody Chinatown riot

Oct 31, 2024 | joysauce.com | Shawn Chitnis

On Oct. 31, 1880, a frightening series of events culminated in a Halloween the city of Denver would not soon forget, but for all the wrong reasons: A fight between white and Chinese men led to a riot that ended in the hanging of a Chinese man, and the destruction of the city’s Chinatown.
South Asians are mobilizing on both sides of the presidential election

Sep 11, 2024 | joysauce.com | Shawn Chitnis

Less than two months before Election Day, with both presidential campaigns eager to get beyond a virtual tie—especially among battleground states—one result is almost certain. The United States will have a South Asian woman in the White House. But community leaders say the prospect of “Kamala Auntie” becoming the first woman president, or “Usha Didi” making her own history as the first Asian Second Lady should come down to the issues well before anyone looks to simply celebrate identity.