'Seattle News Weekly': Seattle's mayoral race candidates
In the 12th episode of the “Seattle News Weekly" podcast, Erin Mayovsky and John Hopperstad analyze the Seattle Mayoral race (Harrell vs. Wilson) and the King County Executive race, noting that candidates share similar platforms on key issues like homelessness and public safety.
Seattle's KCRHA announces layoffs amid budget shortfall
The King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) announced layoffs of 13 staff members, including executive and union-represented staff, due to a budget shortfall, representing a 22% staff reduction.
Seattle's KCRHA announces layoffs amid budget shortfall
The King County Regional Homelessness Authority announced Wednesday they will be laying off 13 staff members in the wake of an administrative budget shortfall.
Seattle shifting public safety approach, expands CARE Teams
Seattle is shifting its approach to public safety, combining pay raises for officers with added accountability measures and new ways the city responds to 911 calls.
Tacoma, WA expands camping ban after City Council vote
Tacoma's camping ban will expand after the City Council approved the proposal Tuesday night, following a long-running debate.
Two men dead after shooting at Seattle park, neighbors say concerns went unanswered
Neighbors said problems began in June, when the encampment appeared and started to grow. Now, it's being cleared following a fatal double shooting.
WA deputies arrest 4 teens accused of throwing rocks at homeless people
Pierce County deputies arrested three teenagers accused of throwing rocks at homeless people early Wednesday morning.
Seattle police investigate shooting that injured a homeless woman in Belltown
Police are investigating after a homeless woman was shot in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood Tuesday night.
11 people hospitalized by stabbing attack at Oregon homeless shelter
A man was arrested on suspicion of stabbing multiple people at a homeless shelter Sunday night, injuring 12 people and sending 11 to the hospital.
Seattle hotel blames abandoned building next door for crime, fires, guest complaints
A luxury hotel in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood is suing the owners of a neighboring vacant building, claiming the deteriorating property has become a public nuisance and a danger to the community.
Tent City 4 secures new Lake City location as organizers begin move
After initial setbacks with the King County Regional Homelessness Authority, 'Tent City 4,' a sanctioned homeless encampment, is moving to the Lake City Community Center as their current lease ends.
Leaders urge WA legislators to restore homeless encampment program funding
With Washington legislators struggling to resolve a $12 billion budget deficit, money for the state's "Right of Way" homelessness resolution program is on the chopping block.
Funding at risk for WA homelessness program
Funding is now at risk for a program that's been successfully addressing Washington's homeless crisis due to Olympia's multi-billion dollar budget shortage.
Concerns rise around proposed funding cuts for WA homeless services
As lawmakers continue to debate how to close the state’s multi-billion-dollar budget shortfall, questions are coming up about how services for the homeless could be affected.
Concerns rise around proposed funding cuts for homeless services
The state Department of Commerce, which provides homeless response funding to local governments, has not seen dramatic reductions in budget proposals but is not immune to the budget shortfall.
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell talks city changes, public safety
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's annual State of the City addressed touched on issues of crime, drugs, homelessness and concerns of the Trump presidency.
Seattle shelter struggles with record demand in freezing weather
As winter temperatures drop, Washington is facing an overwhelming surge in demand for shelter.
Burien expands camping ban to prohibit storing items on public property
The city of Burien passed an expansion on its camping ban in a 5–2 vote.
Pierce County, WA selected for 100-Day Challenge to combat youth homelessness
Pierce County will soon participate in a national initiative to address the homelessness crisis among youth and young adults.
Seattle CEO's unique way to raise awareness about homelessness crisis
As nightly temperatures in western Washington dip below freezing this week, the CEO of Bread of Life is embarking on a unique, livestreamed awareness campaign.