Fox 13 Seattle

Jacob Bevins, a 36-year-old father from Washington, was arrested for allegedly killing his 4-year-old son, Aiden, and burying the body under his house. He provided conflicting accounts to investigators before admitting to striking the child, and authorities found injuries inconsistent with his claims. Both children had previously been in foster care due to safety concerns.

Frustrated Seattle residents near Aurora Avenue have erected barricades to combat rising violence, including a recent shootout, as they claim city leaders and police have failed to address persistent issues like prostitution, trafficking, and gun violence. Neighbors report nightly criminal activity and feel abandoned by authorities despite repeated complaints.

The newly elected president of Seattle's teachers union, Ibi Idowu, is under investigation for allegedly abusing an autistic third-grader, with parents reporting bruises and a marker thrown at the child. The Seattle Public Schools district and union have faced criticism for limited transparency and handling of the case.

Skeletal remains found in Washington's Rose Valley have been identified as 33-year-old Hailey E. Athay, who disappeared in November 2024. Authorities confirmed the identification through dental records, and the cause of death remains under investigation. Athay's mother, Nicole Brooks, confirmed her status as a mother of three daughters.