In this screenshot taken from video, Seattle mayor Jenny Durkan speaks at a press conference Monday, July 13, 2020. (The Seattle Channel)
In this screenshot taken from video, Seattle mayor Jenny Durkan speaks at a press conference. (The Seattle Channel)
Local Politics

Mayor Durkan announces plans to move 911 dispatchers, other functions outside SPD, criticizes City Council support for deeper defunding

Durkan characterized her approach as more responsible than the City Council's. Last week, council members declared support for a high-level proposal by advocates to defund the Police Department by 50%.. Updated

Crime

Shooting in University District leaves 35-year-old with life-threatening injuries

Off-duty officer who drove car through protest crowd ‘no longer employed’ by Seattle police

More than 1 in 5 Seattle students are enrolled in private schools, among highest in nation

Washington, D.C., NFL team is dropping its name Updated

Marysville man accused of stabbing girlfriend 7 times Updated

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