Franque Thompson
I am incredibly honored to be a member of the FOX 13 News team, working alongside some of the most elite journalists in the United States. I joined the team as a reporter in August 2019, and became weekend anchor in April 2024.
Growing up, I was a very shy girl with extremely low self-esteem. I thought I would never see the day when I could turn on a television and see myself on the screen.
Instead of hiding in the shadows, I took a chance on faith and stepped into the light. I won my first beauty pageant at the age of 16, and from then on, I began to see my potential. Taking that chance was the hardest, but most rewarding decision I have ever made. The adrenaline of pageantry and on-stage presentation jump-started my interest in journalism.
I am a proud alum of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in journalism. However, the road to the start of my career was not easy. I was rejected from job positions left and right. Just when self-doubt started to creep back into my life, I kept the faith and persevered.
With patience, I was blessed with the opportunity to start my career in my hometown of Omaha, Nebraska, as a multimedia journalist at KPTM FOX42 News. After that, I was a multimedia journalist for KTUL Tulsa’s Channel 8 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, followed by a reporter position with WWMT Newschannel 3 in Kalamazoo, Michigan.
Throughout my career in news, I have earned multiple Emmy Award nominations, and have received other high honors and awards from the Associated Press and Society of Professional Journalists. News inspired my enthusiasm to pursue higher education. In 2023, I graduated top of my class, earning the highest honors from Eastern Washington University where I earned my Master of Science in Organizational Leadership.
I’ve had the privilege of covering stories with some of the most important and influential leaders in the U.S., including sitting presidents, vice presidents and first ladies. However, being the voice of the local community has been a passion and one of my greatest honors. I look forward to the many adventures my career takes me.
The latest from Franque Thompson
Leaders discuss organized retail theft at King County Public Safety Summit
Regional leaders are collaborating on new efforts to stop the state's escalating organized retail theft crisis.
Federal complaint filed for Jewish students accuses UW of ‘antisemitism’
The University of Washington is now facing a civil lawsuit on accusations of antisemitism, filed on behalf of UW's Jewish students.
DOJ highlights King County violence intervention groups
There are several organizations doing important work across King County to reduce violence. But the U.S. Department of Justice says that too often these groups go unheard of.
Seattle Police: Officers won't respond to burglary alarm calls without evidence
A triggered alarm system at a property in Seattle will soon require more information to get an officer’s attention.
Fair worker’s act of kindness creates special day for WA boy with autism
A touching video posted on TikTok has captured the hearts of many, showing the compassion of a Washington State Fair worker toward a child with autism and sensory sensitivity.
Bail set at $500k for man accused of sexually assaulting young girl at Bothell home
After several days on the run, a man faced justice for allegedly sneaking into a random home and sexually assaulting an 11-year-old girl.
Mercer Island attempted child luring suspect pleads 'not guilty' in WA court
According to investigators, the man allegedly offered two children a stuffed animal in an attempt to entice them to approach his car.
Defeating the odds: Tacoma Rainiers help young baseball fan achieve milestone
One step at a time, a dream came true for one Pierce County boy during a Tacoma Rainiers baseball game.
Free vaccine clinics at King County back-to-school events
Schools are hoping to get ahead of a surge in COVID-19 activity with back-to-school vaccine events.
Man charged in I-5 police standoff, accused of throwing fish tank
The man armed with a pitchfork accused of throwing a glass fish tank into I-5 traffic now faces criminal charges.