Socialist Katies Wilson Unseats Harrell as Mayor in Stunning Seattle Shake-Up
"We cannot tackle the major challenges facing our city unless we do it together.”
WSP responds to dozens of crashes in King County as rain slams Seattle roads
The Washington State Patrol responded to 39 collisions on King County freeways by noon Friday, citing standing water and speeding as the main factors driving the dangerous conditions. Trooper Rick Johnson urged drivers to slow down and, in the event of a crash, to remain inside their vehicle until first responders...
Redmond Police: Suspect Followed Elderly Victim Home Before Armed Robbery Assault
Man Taken Into Custody After Allegedly Attacking Elderly Resident in Redmond Robbery When I first read through the police reports […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
‘Where would they put them?’: City-sanctioned homeless camp proposal faces location, budget concerns
Following the arrest of a 46-year-old man living in a homeless encampment who allegedly kidnapped and sexually abused a five-year-old girl in his tent, a Seattle City Council member proposed a city-sanctioned homeless encampment with 24-hour security and mobile drug treatments. KIRO hosts Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin...
89-year-old at-risk man missing in Shoreline since Wednesday
An at-risk 89-year-old man, Sumner Harrison, has been missing since Wednesday after his disappearance in Shoreline. Harrison was last seen at approximately 12:30 p.m. in the area of N. 192nd Street in Shoreline, the Washington State Patrol (WSP) announced. At-risk man missing near Shoreline. WSP noted Harrison is 5...
Heavy rains cause landslide near apartment in Seattle’s Interbay neighborhood
Crews are working to clean up a landslide in Seattle’s Interbay neighborhood above Elliott Avenue.
Seattle man charged with murder in stabbing death of 83-year-old roommate
SEATTLE — A 51-year-old man is accused of stabbing one of his roommates multiple times, killing him at a group home in Seattle on Nov. 8, according to new charging documents. Michael John Perdew was charged with one count of first-degree murder on Nov. 13, according to the King...
Seattle mayor-elect to enter office facing challenges with empty storefronts, restaurants
SEATTLE — Seattle's Mayor-elect Katie Wilson will enter City Hall facing headwinds in the local economy and budget troubles right out the gate, which will create instant challenges around her proposals for new taxes. This week, Skillet announced it will close multiple restaurant locations, and Pablo Y Pablo said...
Federal Funding Cuts Threaten Homeless Housing Programs
The Housing First initiative, a program aimed at providing permanent housing for the homeless, is facing a significant funding cut. This development threatens to disrupt the plans of the newly elected mayor and could lead to job losses. The proposed shift in policy would see a significant portion of the funding...
Renton man’s hate crime charge amended
A Renton man, initially charged with a hate crime for allegedly saying a slur at a mother and two juveniles before he drew a gun in Bellevue, had his charge amended and his sentence suspended. On Nov. 5, Kelly Bailey, 52, of Renton, pleaded guilty to the charge of reckless...
