Seattle’s early summer violent crimes prompt renewed calls to address police shortage

Seattle is only a few days into summer, and the city has already seen several violent crimes. Concerns about what the rest of the summer will look like are growing as the police department deals with staffing shortages.

Jury awards $700k to Seattle protesters jailed for writing anti-police slogans in chalk on barricade

Four Seattle protesters who were jailed for writing anti-police graffiti in chalk on a barricade have been awarded nearly $700k after a federal court jury decided their civil rights were violated.

Seattle police officer fired for off-duty racist comments

A Seattle police officer was fired for calling his Chinese American neighbor racist and sexist slurs while off duty in 2022, according to a news report.

Seattle interim police chief aims to bring back SROs amid school violence

Seattle’s Interim Chief of Police, Sue Rahr, is advocating for the return of School Resource Officers (SROs), saying they will create a safer environment for students.

Garfield High shooting: Should police return to Seattle schools?

The loss of life at Garfield High School is reopening another emotional debate — Seattle’s decision to end its school resource officers program.

Should police return to Seattle schools?
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Two years ago, Seattle Public Schools ended its school resource officer program. Now, there's debate over whether police should return to schools after several shootings.

Witness of alleged Seattle PD use-of-force incident calling for accountability

A video capturing Seattle police officers using batons to detain a man has gone viral on social media, igniting a debate about police accountability and use of force.

Community rallies for ousted Seattle Police Chief

More than a dozen people rallied outside of Seattle City Hall to show support for former Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz.

2 Seattle police officers caught on video beating suspect at bus stop
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The Office of Police Accountability (OPA) is investigating after video surfaced showing Seattle police officers hitting a man repeatedly at a bus stop while taking him into custody. (Video: DeeAnthony Marcell)

New Seattle Police interim chief's plan to turn department around

Time is ticking for Seattle's new interim police chief Sue Rahr, as she wants to get the department to do a full 180 within her six months in the corner office.

SPD interim police chief discusses first days in office

Friday marked day two of Sue Rahr’s new job as Seattle's interim police chief. Earlier this week, Mayor Bruce Harrell re-assigned former chief Adrian Diaz to work on 'special projects.'