Top contender emerges for Seattle's next police chief, sources say
Sources say he has gone through the vetting process.
Sources say he has gone through the vetting process.
Seattle police lieutenant alleges retaliation in complaint against city
Seattle Police Department Lieutenant John O'Neil filed a formal tort complaint against the city of Seattle, alleging retaliation, discrimination and harassment stemming from his enforcement of workplace accountability within the department.
Seattle Police Department Lieutenant John O'Neil filed a formal tort complaint against the city of Seattle, alleging retaliation, discrimination and harassment stemming from his enforcement of workplace accountability within the department.
Seattle police Lt. John O’Neil alleges retaliation in tort claim against city
SPD Lieutenant John O'Neil filed a formal tort complaint against the city of Seattle Monday, alleging retaliation, discrimination and harassment.
SPD Lieutenant John O'Neil filed a formal tort complaint against the city of Seattle Monday, alleging retaliation, discrimination and harassment.
King County Jail removing misdemeanor booking restrictions
The King County Jail has removed booking restrictions for the Seattle Police Department that didn't allow officers to book criminals for misdemeanors.
The King County Jail has removed booking restrictions for the Seattle Police Department that didn't allow officers to book criminals for misdemeanors.
Seattle police investigate separate, multiple stabbings in less than 24 hours
Seattle police are investigating multiple, separate stabbings that happened in less than 24 hours in the Chinatown-International District.
Seattle police are investigating multiple, separate stabbings that happened in less than 24 hours in the Chinatown-International District.
SPD investigates 3 separate stabbings in 24 hours
Seattle police are investigating multiple stabbings in Seattle's Chinatown-International District neighborhood.
Seattle police are investigating multiple stabbings in Seattle's Chinatown-International District neighborhood.
Former SPD Chief Diaz files tort claim against city
In May, Harrell announced that he was replacing Adrian Diaz as police chief amid multiple allegations of sexual discrimination and retaliation.
In May, Harrell announced that he was replacing Adrian Diaz as police chief amid multiple allegations of sexual discrimination and retaliation.
Former Seattle Police Chief Diaz files $10M tort claim against city
Adrian Diaz is seeking $10 million in damages. Here is what he's claiming.
Adrian Diaz is seeking $10 million in damages. Here is what he's claiming.
Former SPD Chief Adrian Diaz on leave
Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz, along with the department's Communications Director Jamie Tompkins, have been placed on paid administrative leave
Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz, along with the department's Communications Director Jamie Tompkins, have been placed on paid administrative leave
Ex-Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz placed on leave
Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz, along with the department's Communications Director Jamie Tompkins, have been placed on paid administrative leave.
Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz, along with the department's Communications Director Jamie Tompkins, have been placed on paid administrative leave.
Ex-Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz placed on leave
Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz, along with the department's communications director, have been placed on paid administrative leave.
Former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz, along with the department's communications director, have been placed on paid administrative leave.
Seattle Police spend $120K on UK consultant ahead 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon and an estimated 750,000 soccer fans expected to descend on Seattle, the police department is investing in new crowd control methods to manage the influx.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the horizon and an estimated 750,000 soccer fans expected to descend on Seattle, the police department is investing in new crowd control methods to manage the influx.
Seattle Police spend $120K on UK consultant ahead of 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the way and an estimated 750,000 soccer fans coming to Seattle, the police department is dropping $120,000 on a UK consultant with expertise in crowd control.
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup on the way and an estimated 750,000 soccer fans coming to Seattle, the police department is dropping $120,000 on a UK consultant with expertise in crowd control.
Seattle pushes for stricter regulations on police use of less-lethal force at protests
The proposed measure would prohibit the use of tools like pepper spray, tear gas, and batons unless there is an imminent risk of a riot, barricaded subject or hostage situation.
The proposed measure would prohibit the use of tools like pepper spray, tear gas, and batons unless there is an imminent risk of a riot, barricaded subject or hostage situation.
Seattle City Council greenlights $50K bonuses for police officers
In a 6–1 vote, the Seattle City Council approved a proposal to increase recruitment and retention bonuses for Seattle Police Department (SPD) officers, despite public backlash.
In a 6–1 vote, the Seattle City Council approved a proposal to increase recruitment and retention bonuses for Seattle Police Department (SPD) officers, despite public backlash.
Seattle interim police chief's push to improve staffing
In an effort to improve staffing and efficiency, Seattle Police Department Interim Chief Sue Rahr is pushing for a bigger budget.
In an effort to improve staffing and efficiency, Seattle Police Department Interim Chief Sue Rahr is pushing for a bigger budget.
SPD Chief wants more civilians on the force
Officer applications are up, but Seattle interim police chief Sue Rahr is focused on getting more civilians on the force.
Officer applications are up, but Seattle interim police chief Sue Rahr is focused on getting more civilians on the force.
Seattle Police Department ends Mounted Patrol Unit after 150 years
The Seattle Police Department, on course to receive a massive $62 million boost to its budget in 2025, is looking to cut its Mounted Patrol Unit to save money.
The Seattle Police Department, on course to receive a massive $62 million boost to its budget in 2025, is looking to cut its Mounted Patrol Unit to save money.
Civil rights nonprofits warn against Seattle's surveillance ordinances
Organizations are sharing concerns over ordinances that could add surveillance cameras to several high-crime areas in Seattle.
Organizations are sharing concerns over ordinances that could add surveillance cameras to several high-crime areas in Seattle.
Seattle Police: Officers won't respond to burglary alarm calls without evidence
A triggered alarm system at a property in Seattle will soon require more information to get an officer’s attention.
A triggered alarm system at a property in Seattle will soon require more information to get an officer’s attention.