World
Shooting in Seattle: 2 dead, 4 wounded near Space Needle at food festival
A shooting near the Space Needle in Seattle on July 26, 2026 left 2 people dead and at least 4 others wounded, including a child. The incident occurred during the Bite of Seattle, an annual food festival that brings together local restaurants, artisans, and businesses. Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson said two suspects were arrested and taken into custody. Harborview Medical Center treated four of the wounded, including a woman who was immediately rushed to surgery. The exact number of shooters involved remained unclear by evening.