What does it mean when protesters call to defund the police?
The demand to defund the police is not about eliminating police departments or stripping agencies of all their money, but rather for the U.S. to address systemic problems in policing and spend more on what communities need.6 years ago
COVID-19 updates: 25,834 confirmed cases with 1,217 deaths statewide
Health officials report more than 25,000 people have tested positive for coronavirus statewide. The majority of counties in Washington state are in Phase 2 right now.6 years ago
Large crowd gathers outside of SPD’s East Precinct
After a violent Sunday night on Capitol Hill, the SPD boarded up its East Precinct and said it plans to reopen streets around the precinct to allow protesters to march.6 years ago
Seattle Mayor Durkan, Chief Best address clash at Saturday protest
After another weekend culminating in a clash between police and protesters, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan and Police Chief Carmen Best delivered a press conference Sunday detailing the city's response to the incident.6 years ago
How delivery apps use restaurants without owners knowing
A look at how delivery apps like DoorDash and Uber Eats secretly deliver from restaurants without them knowing, and why that's a problem.6 years ago
Man shot at Capitol Hill protest moments after mayor, chief speak
After another weekend clash between police and protesters, Seattle Mayor Jenny Durkan addressed the city's response Sunday.6 years ago
Seattle councilmembers, lawmakers intervene after Saturday protest escalates
After a Saturday night protest in Seattle's Capitol Hill neighborhood escalated, councilmembers and local lawmakers arrived in hopes of easing the tension.6 years ago
Police throw flash bangs, say officers injured by rocks, bottles
A handful of protests, marches, and vigils are taking place across the Seattle area and beyond Saturday, from Shoreline down to the Burien.6 years ago
Gov. Inslee pledges independent review of Manuel Ellis’ death
Gov. Inslee said the state will conduct an independent review of the investigation and any charging decisions related to the death of Manuel Ellis.6 years ago
Seattle issues 30-day ban on tear gas at protests
Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best issued an order, effective immediately, banning the use of tear gas for at least 30 days at protests in the city.6 years ago
Snohomish mayor says alt-left and alt-right conflicts don’t define city
Snohomish Mayor John Kartak on the Proud Boys vs Antifa conflicts at otherwise peaceful Black Lives Matters protests.6 years ago
Protesters converge into Seattle for the 8th night
For the 8th night, protests in Seattle continue. A large crowd has once again gathered at Cal Anderson Park where there is also a large group of police.6 years ago
Seattle Chief Best sends directive on mourning band on badges
Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best sent a directive to the department on Thursday ordering all officers to have their badge numbers prominently displayed.6 years ago
Seattle Mayor announces free, citywide COVID-19 testing
Mayor Jenny Durkan announced Thursday that the city of Seattle will offer free, drive-thru COVID-19 testing.6 years ago
Without federal aid, forecasts show high unemployment rates through 2021
Josh Bivens, director of research at the Economic Policy Institute, warns if there isn't more federal aid, the U.S. may be in for a prolonged depression.6 years ago
Former WA AG: ‘Government may not prohibit the expression of an idea’
Former attorney general Rob McKenna explains the background of two issues protected by the First Amendment: flag burning and freedom of the press.6 years ago
Alaska seafood CEO on fishing industry coronavirus precautions
Joe Bundrant, Trident Seafoods CEO, on extensive COVID precautions for the fishing industry and why it's such a concern.6 years ago
Tacoma mayor vows answers after police custody death of black man ruled a homicide
Tacoma Mayor Victoria Woodards vows to get answers in death of Manuel Ellis after March death in police custody death similar to George Floyd is ruled a homicide.6 years ago
Six counties in Washington state apply to move to Phase 3
The vast majority of counties in Washington state are now in Phase 2 or have pending applications to move forward in Gov. Inslee's Safe Start plan.6 years ago
Seattle City Attorney to withdraw consent decree motion
Seattle City Attorney Pete Holmes announced Wednesday that he intends to withdraw the city from the pending motion to end the federal consent decree.6 years ago
Gov. Inslee expects answers on Ellis’ death, police response at Seattle protests
Gov. Inslee said Seattle Mayor Durkan promised the Office of Police Accountability will investigate all complaints and he believes it's important she delivers on that promise.6 years ago
Protests continue in Seattle for a 7th night
A group of protesters remained in Capitol Hill through the night, and more are starting to gather together again Thursday afternoon near the East Precinct.6 years ago
What powers does the President have under the Insurrection Act?
President Trump warned he would send the U.S. military to any state that refused to take action against the riots be enacting the Insurrection Act of 1807.6 years ago
