Brian Flores
I just want to start by saying I’m never good at writing these. But here we go. Hi, I’m Brian. (And you say: "Hi Brian"). I’ve been at FOX 13 News since 2016. I'm an anchor on Good Day Seattle.
When I started at FOX 13, I was the weekend morning anchor and a reporter three days during the week. Did you get all that? There’ll be a quiz later.
Before coming to Seattle, I worked in the Bay Area from 2012-2016. I was a morning anchor/reporter for KTVU in Oakland, California. And before that, I was a reporter in my hometown of San Diego, California, for Fox 5 San Diego. And before that, I was a reporter in Kennewick, Washington, for KVEW. AND BEFORE THAT, I was born. Just kidding.
Journalism runs in my family. My Dad, Ernie Flores, Jr., was a print journalist for many years. He was a journalist in the Philippines before coming to the United States in the 1960s. His first job in the U.S. was for the Arizona Republic. He then moved to San Diego where he was a reporter for the San Diego Union newspaper.
He was the first Filipino reporter for both newspapers. But in the late 80s he wanted to start a paper, specifically for the Filipino community in San Diego, so he started The Filipino Press. Even though my Dad passed away in 2005, the paper remains in publication.
I also have a cousin who’s a journalist for KQED in the Bay Area. How I got into TV news, though, really stems from my mom. Not only did she raise me and my sister on her own, but I remember watching hours and hours of local news or 20/20 and 60 Minutes. At a young age, I said, "I can do that." So, thanks Mom!
I grew up in San Diego (specifically Mira Mesa. Woo woo!!). I am also a proud graduate of California State University, Northridge (go Matadors!). I’m married to the love of my life and have three AMAZING kids.
In terms of my career, I’ve covered it all: team championships, tragedy, breaking news, natural disasters, reunions, protests, politics. I’ve even been on Panda watch.
Through it all, it’s been a blessing to tell your story. Hope you can join me on TV.
The latest from Brian Flores
Issaquah elementary school closes Monday, too many staff have COVID
Sunset Elementary School in the Issaquah School District is closed for classes, as too many teachers are out sick from COVID.
Seattle Culinary Academy close to permanently shutting down
Over the next few days, leaders of Seattle Central College will decide the fate of a program that has been a part of the city's restaurant scene for more than 80 years. Seattle Culinary Academy, located on campus, has churned out many world-renowned chefs and culinary leaders over the years. But its fate as a program and school is numbered, primarily because of a lack of funding.
Washington's Black History inspires next generation
With history, there is always a starting point.
App helps prevent food waste while giving you a great bargain on food
The statistics on food waste are eye-opening. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture's most recent info on food waste, more than 133-billion tons of food goes wasted every year. That accounts for about 30-40% of the nation's food supply.
Hispanic Heritage Month: Dreamer makes dream come true, one snack at a time
In this Hispanic Heritage Month, we are hearing the story of a DACA recipient, a Dreamer, who is making her dreams come true by opening her own business in Renton.
Fire rips through popular Western Washington breakfast restaurant
A popular Western Washington breakfast restaurant "the egg & us" caught fire Wednesday morning for the second time in less than a day.
Local brother and sister create Facebook group to help thousands find COVID-19 vaccines
A local Facebook group called "Find A COVID Shot WA", started by a local brother and sister, is helping many people find COVID vaccine sites and availability.
Closed for months due to pandemic, community staple West Seattle Bowl reopens to limited capacity
West Seattle Bowl reopens after being closed for months because of the pandemic.
OSPI partners with Kaiser Permanente to distribute vaccines to Washington state educators
On Friday, Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal, announced a partnership with Kaiser Permanente Washington to distribute vaccines to educators in a matter of weeks.
Tacoma leaders search for answers after street racing leads to police incident
Tacoma Police released the name of the officer involved in the incident: Officer Khanh Phan, a 58-year-old man who has been a member of the Tacoma Police Department for more than 29 years.