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An Uber airport shuttle caught fire at John F. Kennedy (JFK) airport in New York on Thursday, April 2, 2026, according to KIRO 7 News Seattle. Details surrounding the incident remain limited, but video footage of the fire has been circulating.

KIRO 7 News is livestreaming coverage of breaking news events, including this developing story. The livestream, accessible through their website and Pluto TV, features updates on local stories, weather and other events across Seattle and Western Washington.

The incident occurred as Uber continues to navigate a complex regulatory landscape and increasing competition in the ride-sharing market. While the cause of the fire is currently unknown, it raises questions about vehicle safety protocols and maintenance standards for airport shuttle services.

KIRO 7’s coverage also includes other recent news items, such as former President Trump firing Pam Bondi, a neighbor shooting and killing a domestic violence suspect, Starbucks awarding bonuses to baristas, and warnings about tax season scams. The Senate has sent a DHS funding bill back to the House.

The news outlet is also reporting on a 2023 deadly shooting, a Hawaii doctor’s confession in a FaceTime call, and a proposal for the replacement of the Dash Point Pier. Investigations are ongoing into a Lynnwood officer-involved shooting and a manhunt for an escaped inmate.

Economic concerns are also featured in KIRO 7’s reporting, including the cost of gas and its impact on businesses, as well as Washington state setting a record for diesel prices, affecting truckers. The localized impact of the Artemis II launch is also being covered.

A separate, chilling investigation reported by KIRO 7 links Ted Bundy to a 1974 cold case, and further links to additional cold cases in Utah. The outlet is also covering a new law that could remove sheriffs from their positions.

Beyond these major stories, KIRO 7 has reported on canines found dead on a Skagit County shore, a DEA investigation into the fentanyl crisis, and interviews with comedian Adam Ray and Seattle Mayor Wilson regarding her 2026 State of the City Address.

More unusual reports include a kangaroo on the loose, Seattle Seahawks fans at a Sunday night event, Renton police tackling a suspect in Seattle, and grizzly bear collar cam footage. They also covered a story about dogs being thrown from a car during a Pierce County pursuit and a school bus crash in the same county.

KIRO 7 also reported on a credit card theft suspect, Kent police rescuing a teen in crisis, and an individual’s decision not to return home to his mother’s house. Further reports include an Everett car fire, Chelan deputies saving a motorist, and Everett police using a drone.

The KIRO 7 livestream and website provide a comprehensive overview of current events in the Seattle area and beyond, with the Uber airport shuttle fire being the latest development. The incident is likely to prompt further scrutiny of transportation safety regulations and the operational practices of ride-sharing companies operating at major airports.

As of 7:32 PM PST on April 2, 2026, KIRO 7 News continues to provide updates on the Uber shuttle fire and other breaking news stories. The livestream is available on their website (https://www.kiro7.com/video/) and through Pluto TV (https://pluto.tv/us/live-tv/632b619c8d2a6c0007ff534e).