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King County Council Approves Sales Tax Increase for Services Supporting Children And Families
The King County Council approved a new sales and use tax Tuesday to fund services for children and families, including shelter and rental assistance, despite concerns from Councilmember Reagan Dunn about increasing taxes while the county continues efforts to strengthen oversight of public spending.
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Seattle Invests Millions In To Arts Organizations
Seattle’s Office of Arts & Culture is six months into a two-year pilot program designed to help 15 nonprofit arts and cultural organizations address longstanding financial challenges, rethink their business models and build more sustainable operations.
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Seattle To Add New Prosecutors To Combat Trafficking And Gun Violence
On Wednesday, Seattle City Attorney Erika Evans announced that her office is adding two specialized prosecutor positions to strengthen the city’s response to human trafficking and gun violence.
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Seattle Opens National Search for Next Police Chief, Seeks Community Input
Seattle has launched a national search for its next police chief, with Mayor Katie Wilson calling for a leader who can strengthen public trust, improve the Seattle Police Department’s internal culture and guide the city’s approach to public safety. The search will include a public survey, neighborhood forums and an advisory committee of community leaders […]
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King County Metro Names Tamieko Cook 2026 Operator of the Year
King County Metro has named Tamieko Cook its Operator of the Year, recognizing a veteran transit operator whose connection to the agency began as a child and eventually led to a career spanning nearly three decades.
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Seattle To Expand Utility Bill Discounts To More Than 31,000 Additional Households
Beginning in January 2027, thousands more Seattle households will be eligible for discounts on electricity, water, sewer and garbage bills as the city expands the income limits for its Utility Discount Program.
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Public Input Sought As Court-Ordered Changes Move Forward At Denny Blaine Park
Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking public input on new rules and long-term improvements at Denny Blaine Park as the city implements a court order stemming from a dispute over lewd conduct, clothing-optional recreation and the impact of park activity on neighboring residents.
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Kettle Releases Timeline Of Bite Of Seattle Shooting, Pushes For Broader Review
Seattle City Councilmember Bob Kettle released a detailed timeline Tuesday regarding his communications and actions following the deadly July 26 shooting at the Bite of Seattle, as he continues to press Mayor Katie B. Wilson’s administration for a procedural review of the city’s response.
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Seattle City Council Approves Ban On Rental ‘Junk Fees,’ New Pricing Rules
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation that will prohibit various prohibited rental fees and require landlords to disclose the full monthly cost of housing starting July 1, 2027.
