Report: Memo counters CBP claim about detaining Iranian-Americans at WA border
A newly-released CBP memo details an organized directive to detain Iranian-Americans at the U.S. border in Blaine in early January.7 years ago
Swedish nurses remain concerned over ‘significant’ staffing problems
Swedish hospital nurses and health workers in the Seattle area continue their protest of conditions that have left many hospitals severely understaffed.7 years ago
Pierce County Sheriff: Safety in Seattle requires ‘common sense’ solutions
Pierce County Sheriff Paul Pastor weighs in on what Seattle could learn about improving the way it handles its prolific criminal offenders.7 years ago
Teen runaways caught in Bellevue after ‘brazen’ cross-state crime spree
Three runaway teenagers were apprehended by police in Bellevue, after a lengthy crime spree that spanned nearly the entire state of Washington.7 years ago
Seattle could see most rainy January days in over a decade
Cities across the Puget Sound region are getting close to setting records for rainy January days.7 years ago
Another Puget Sound orca presumed to be dead
Another Southern Resident orca is feared to be dead, having not been seen anywhere since late in the summer of 2019.7 years ago
Seattle police chief addresses downtown safety in heated council session
Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best presented the city's plan for addressing continued violence in the downtown core Tuesday morning.7 years ago
Seattle councilmember envisions new downtown ‘safe for everybody’
Seattle City Councilmember Andrew Lewis may not have a quick fix for downtown violence, but he sees his proposal as at least a first step.7 years ago
Nearly 8,000 Swedish nurses, health workers in Seattle begin strike
After stalled-out negotiations, nurses, caregivers, and health workers for Swedish hospitals in Seattle have taken to the picket line Tuesday.7 years ago
Seattle councilmember proposes solution to downtown violence
The city councilmember representing Seattle's downtown neighborhood has a proposal he thinks could help prevent more violence in the future.7 years ago
Report: Renters are flocking to Seattle from Portland
A new report ranks Seattle among some of the most desirable metropolitan area for renters on the move from other cities.7 years ago
Study: Solving King County homeless crisis could cost up to $11 billion
A new report alleges that King County would require billions of dollars over the next 10 years to solve its growing homeless crisis.7 years ago
Swedish hospital campuses close emergency departments as it prepares for strike
A health care worker strike in Seattle will enter into its beginning stages Monday, with Swedish hospital campuses in Ballard and Redmond closing emergency departments at 7 p.m.7 years ago
Opinion: Seattle can’t arrest its way out of more shootings
Seattle is still reeling from a recent shooting in the downtown core, and community members, law enforcement, and politicians are all scrambling for solutions.7 years ago
Seattle Police Chief: Fatal shooting in downtown Seattle ‘unacceptable’
Seattle city officials addressed a fatal Wednesday night shooting that killed one person and injured seven others, with Police Chief Carmen Best labeling the incident "unacceptable."7 years ago
Seattle council: Fatal downtown shooting ‘cannot become new normal’
Seattle City Councilmembers Lisa Herbold and Andrew Lewis issued a joint statement Thursday, in response to a fatal shooting downtown that killed one person and injured seven.7 years ago
Lyft, Uber to reimburse riders for surge prices during Seattle shooting
After rideshare prices surged over $100 during a Wednesday shooting in Seattle, Uber and Lyft have now promised to reimburse customers.7 years ago
Witnesses describe ‘chaotic’ scene of downtown Seattle shooting
Eight people were shot in a downtown Seattle shooting Wednesday night, as people who were at the scene weigh in on what they witnessed.7 years ago
Group details plans for creating more affordable housing in Seattle
Seattle is among the toughest cities to build housing in, something city officials hope to remedy with new measures to pave the way for affordable housing.7 years ago
Washington state senators decry GOP ‘cover-up’ in impeachment trial
Washington Senators Maria Cantwell and Patty Murray both voiced their support for allowing additional witnesses and evidence during impeachment trial proceedings.7 years ago
King County district will test out voting on smartphones
A King County district will soon make history, unveiling a system that will allow voters to cast their ballots using a smart phone.7 years ago
Washington lawmaker proposes bill enacting 32-hour work week
A new proposal from State Sen. Joe Nguyen (D-White Center) would implement a 32-hour work week in Washington state.7 years ago
Boeing targets mid-2020 for returning 737 MAX to service
It may ultimately be up to the FAA, but Boeing announced Tuesday that it hopes to have the 737 MAX ungrounded by "mid-2020."7 years ago
