Seattle voters will decide this November whether to approve the Seattle Shield Initiative, which would reduce taxes for most small businesses and raise revenue from the city’s largest corporations to protect critical local services threatened by federal budget cuts.
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Seattle Police Investigate String Of Arsons In South Seattle
Seattle police detectives are investigating a string of arsons in South Seattle after the Seattle Fire Department determined that several recent fires were intentionally set, and are offering a reward for information leading to an arrest or conviction.
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U.S. Navy Brings Mixed-Reality ‘Strike Group’ To Seafair
The U.S. Navy will debut its new “Strike Group” mixed-reality experience at Seafair in Seattle this weekend, offering visitors an immersive, hands-on look at Navy technology, teamwork, and careers in STEM.
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City Of Seattle To Add Two New Tiny House Villages
The City of Seattle is expanding its homelessness response with more than 100 new tiny houses across two planned villages designed to provide shelter and intensive support services for people experiencing chronic homelessness and complex behavioral health needs. The initiative, announced by Mayor Bruce Harrell on Wednesday, is part of a coordinated effort to connect […]
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SPD Declares Aurora Avenue Motel A Chronic Nuisance
Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes has declared the Oaktree Motel on Aurora Avenue North a chronic nuisance property due to repeated incidents of violence, drug activity, and human trafficking, and has given the owner seven days to address the public safety hazards or face potential legal action.
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City Council Approves Plan To Dedicate Sales Tax To Treatment
The Seattle City Council voted 8-0 to approve a resolution dedicating up to 25% of any proposed sales tax increase to addiction treatment services as part of a public safety initiative.
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SPD Hires More Than 100 New Recruits In Push To Rebuild Force
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and the Seattle Police Department announced the hiring of over 100 new police recruits, marking the department’s highest recent recruitment total and a major step toward rebuilding its ranks.
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Debora Juarez Appointed to Fill Vacant District 5 Seat on Seattle City Council
Debora Juarez was appointed by the Seattle City Council to fill the vacant District 5 seat, with her appointment effective immediately and lasting until November 2026.
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Hayward Evans And Dr. Lora Ellen McKinney Join CDCPDA Board
The CDCPDA has appointed Hayward Evans and Dr. Lora Ellen McKinney to its board of directors to help drive economic empowerment and preserve cultural heritage in Seattle’s Central District.
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Comcast Falls Short on Billing and Accessibility in Seattle Audit
A newly released audit found that Comcast complies with most of Seattle’s Cable Customer Bill of Rights, but fell short in two key areas related to late fees and informing customers with disabilities about available services.
