Seattle CCTV cameras deactivated after World Cup
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CCTV cameras in Seattle's Stadium District have been turned off following the conclusion of the final FIFA World Cup match in the city, Mayor Katie Wilson confirmed.

Seattle turns off Stadium District CCTV cameras
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Seattle has officially shut down its Stadium District CCTV cameras following the FIFA World Cup. Officials state that the police surveillance cameras will remain turned off until a thorough city audit reviews the Real Time Crime Center's data privacy policies later this fall.

Mayor Wilson turns off cameras in Seattle's Stadium District

Citing citizen privacy concerns, Mayor Katie Wilson has announced that the CCTV cameras placed around Seattle's Stadium District will be turned off now that the city's FIFA World Cup hosting duties are over.

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Seattle mayor announces homeless agency cuts
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Seattle and King County leaders announced a major downsizing of the regional homelessness authority following an audit revealing $13 million in unaccounted spending.

Mayor announces homeless agency cuts
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Seattle and King County leaders announced a major downsizing of the regional homelessness authority following an audit revealing $13 million in unaccounted spending.

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Seattle World Cup crowds bring success, but uneven economic boom

Seattle leaders are celebrating what they call a successful first half of the FIFA World Cup, citing record-breaking transit ridership and international recognition.

Seattle leaders praise World Cup success
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Seattle is halfway through hosting the World Cup, and local leaders say the city has exceeded expectations, boasting record transit numbers and a big economic boost.

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Seattle mayor unveils Little Saigon crackdown plan
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With all eyes on Seattle for the big US vs Australia match, many so-called "problem areas" have seen some improvements. But neighbors say longtime issues in Little Saigon are still wreaking havoc, and the mayor is now vowing to clean it up.

Seattle mayor pledges safety crackdown in Little Saigon

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How Seattle is preparing for USMNT vs. Australia World Cup match on Juneteenth

Tens of thousands of people will be in the city and hundreds of millions of viewers around the world will watch Friday's match at Seattle Stadium.

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Group condemns Seattle mayor for reactivating CCTV cameras
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Seattle activists are fighting back after Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced the reactivation of CCTV cameras in the Stadium District during the FIFA World Cup.