Shirah Matsuzawa
Shirah Matsuzawa is an Emmy Award-winning journalist, and she is thrilled to be in the Emerald City!
Shirah joins FOX 13 Seattle from her hometown of Boise, Idaho, where depending on the day she anchored the News at Noon, 4, 6 and 10, as well as reported and produced-sometimes performing all three job duties in one show!
Shirah began her television news career at NBC Los Angeles, when she was selected out of thousands to become the station’s very first News Associate. There, she quickly worked her way up to Content Producer, producing the weekend morning newscasts and regularly filling in on ‘Today in LA.’ In her nearly seven years at NBCLA, Shirah also assisted on special events like the "Golden Globe" red carpet specials and hosted the NBCLA.com online series "The LA You May Not Know."
Shirah has covered a wide range of stories including: The Lori Vallow Daybell Trial, The Las Vegas Mass Shooting, and The Royal Wedding between Prince Harry and LA Native Meghan Markle.
Shirah has also won multiple Emmy Awards, Idaho Press Club Awards, Idaho State Broadcasting Association Awards and a Golden Mike Award.
Shirah received a dual degree from Chapman University in Orange, CA in Communication Studies and Television & Broadcast Journalism, as well as a master’s in law from the University of Southern California.
When she is not reporting, Shirah enjoys spending time with her family, traveling and eating! In fact, she is a self-proclaimed foodie! Shirah is excited to be in Seattle and is eager to immerse herself in the community! Got a story idea or a restaurant recommendation, you can reach Shirah at Shirah.matsuzawa@fox.com and follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/shirah_matsuzawa/
The latest from Shirah Matsuzawa
Memorial for fallen Arlington soldiers started with sketch on a napkin
In Arlington, a dedication ceremony honored the 18 fallen men and women from Snohomish County who died in military operations after Sept. 11.
Woman wanted for stealing $8,000 from another woman’s bank account in Woodinville
A woman is wanted for using a fake passport to withdraw thousands of dollars out of another woman’s bank account in Woodinville.
Volunteers place 4,400 flags on graves of veterans in Lynnwood ahead of Memorial Day
Around 100 volunteers and veterans in Lynnwood placed flags on the graves of those who lost their lives fighting for the U.S.
Community leaders defend Seattle Police Chief accused of discrimination, sexual harassment
Community leaders mounted a fierce defense for Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz, firing back at a growing number of legal claims against him and the department.
Shooting at park near WA kids' baseball game sends crowd running for cover
Investigators said the shooting left a woman in her 20s and a teen boy injured, investigators said.
Arlington woman still seeking answers 45 years after mother's disappearance
An Arlington woman strongly believes she’ll find the answers she’s looking for in the case of her mother's disappearance, but the clock is ticking.
Seattle mom holds water safety events after losing son in drowning
Saturday’s Water Safety Day event helped educate the community and gave parents the opportunity to sign their kids up for free swimming lessons.
Massive influx of WA ferry travelers expected this summer
Much like the highways, Washington State Ferries is expecting a massive influx of travelers that weekend, too. Here's what you need to know.
Community to discuss plan to separate nudists from neighbors at Denny Blaine Park
A proposal that would separate a controversial Seattle park into two zones has neighbors and nudists both giving input over what should be allowed at the park.
Queen Anne street takeover: No arrests in loud, illegal event raise public safety concerns
The streets of Lower Queen Anne transformed into a scene from Fast & Furious Saturday night as drifting cars and roaring engines took over Elliott Avenue.