Seattle arson investigators believe 7 fires were intentionally set in a single day
Police and investigators believe a series of fires that popped up in areas around Pioneer Square and the Chinatown-International District earlier this week were all set on purpose.
Man pleads guilty to bringing 12 Molotov cocktails to protest at Seattle PD union HQ
A Renton man has pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of destructive devices and admitted to bringing a box of 12 Molotov cocktails to protest at the Seattle Police Officers Guild (SPOG) building in 2020.
Seattle police staffing drops to 30-year low, officers leaving in 'droves' after defunding
The president of the Washington State Fraternal Order of Police said Tuesday that "enough is enough" as Seattle struggles with its lowest police staffing in 30 years.
Mayor Bruce Harrell unveils 3 finalists for Seattle Police Chief
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has announced the three finalists for the position of Seattle Police Chief following a nationwide search.
'Justice crisis'; Staffing shortages affect criminal justice, say WA law enforcement unions
The three presidents of King County’s largest law enforcement unions are calling on lawmaker to “take the politics out of justice system,” claiming staffing shortages are jeopardizing a victim’s right to justice.
City Council approves Seattle Police hiring incentives
After months of tenuous debate, the Seattle City Council voted 7-3 to approve a slate in hiring and retention incentives for the Seattle Police Department.
Behind The Badge: Get to know Seattle Police interim chief Adrian Diaz
FOX 13 news anchor Jamie Tompkins took a unique “ride along” with Diaz to better understand the goals and challenges the department faces, his message to officers and why he wants to continue to lead SPD.
Seattle Police hiring incentive package yet to pass in city council
Millions of dollars in incentives could lure hundreds of new recruits into the Seattle Police Department.
Police investigate after a man was shot by alleged car prowlers in West Seattle
Police are searching for two suspects after a man was shot in the back in West Seattle Saturday morning.
Police investigate fatal shooting in Seattle's Mount Baker neighborhood
An investigation is underway after a man was found dead with a gunshot wound in Seattle's Mount Baker neighborhood Saturday morning.
Mayor Harrell issues executive order to tackle backlog of violent crime investigations
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell issued an executive order to resolve outstanding sexual assault cases and better support their survivors.
King County Prosecutor reviews Charleena Lyles inquest findings, agrees officers were justified
The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office reviewed the findings of the inquest into the death of Charleena Lyles, agreeing there is no evidence to prove officers carried out criminal conduct.
Gino Betts announced as new director of Seattle's Office of Police Accountability
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell announced Gino Betts as the next director for the city's Office of Police Accountability (OPA).
Seattle mayor, police chief announce $2M recruitment plan, but no cash incentive to keep officers
City officials said staffing with the Seattle Police Department is at its lowest levels in more than 30 years. More than 400 police officers have left since 2019, according to the city.
Charleena Lyles inquest: Jury finds officers justified in deadly shooting of pregnant woman
The jury found that the two Seattle police officers who fired at Charleena Lyles both gave multiple warnings after she suddenly grabbed a knife and told officers something to the effect of “do it.”
Seattle Police slow response times compounded by 911 call center's "customer service" problem
Seattle’s 911 call center is being dragged into the controversy of the police department's slow response times—but it's not a problem of their own making.
SPD, Seattle Pride clash over decision to ban uniformed officers from marching in Pride Parade
Seattle Police interim chief Adrian Diaz says employees will not attend the Seattle Pride Parade, after organizers moved to ban police uniforms and symbols. Seattle Pride argues that sworn officers can still march out of uniform, and their decision stems from decades of police brutality against the LGBTQ community.
Seattle police have "Z-protocol" for low-priority 911 calls
While discussing the Seattle Police Department's (SPD) response times in last week's Seattle City Council meeting, it was revealed that the department uses a "Z-Protocol" for low-priority 911 calls. This means that if someone's call is deemed a low-priority, officers are not dispatched immediately, and oftentimes will never respond.
Inquest into the death of Charleena Lyles officially begins Tuesday
The inquest into the death of Charleena Lyles, King County's formal investigation into what happened the day Seattle police officers shot and killed her in her apartment, officially begins Tuesday morning.
Charleena Lyles inquest: Administrator rules proceedings can be livestreamed
An Inquest Administrator has ruled that the proceedings of an inquest into the police shooting death of Charleena Lyles can be livestreamed, despite officers filing to keep their faces concealed.