Africatown Plaza affordable housing opens in Seattle’s Central District

A major new affordable housing development finally opens in Seattle's Central District. We talk with project leaders and community members about what it means for the neighborhood.

Africatown Plaza affordable housing project opens in Central District
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A major new affordable housing development finally opens in Seattle's Central District. We talk with project leaders and community members about what it means for the neighborhood.

Truck crashes into Seattle Walgreens

Seattle police are investigating after a pickup truck slammed into a Walgreens store in Seattle early Tuesday morning.

Preview: "Walk the Block" at historic home for Seattle's Black community
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In a vibrant showcase of creativity and culture, Wa Na Wari will host its fourth annual "Walk the Block" event, September 28th, in Seattle's historic Central District. This event aims to highlight Black art and foster community engagement in a neighborhood that has long been a cornerstone of Seattle's Black culture.

Seattle police investigate shootings in Capitol Hill, Central District

Police are investigating two overnight shootings in Seattle’s Capitol Hill and Central District neighborhoods. An 18-year-old boy was found at one of the scenes with a gunshot wound to the leg.

Multiple people injured in Seattle shootout

Seattle police are investigating a shooting with multiple injuries in the Judkins Park area.

Seattle marks Juneteenth with community celebration, reflection
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The King County Prosecuting Attorney's Office has sounded the alarm on a disturbing rise in traffic fatalities and serious injury crashes. As of May 2024, prosecutors from the Felony Traffic Unit have reported a staggering 143% increase in felony-level traffic crime cases compared to 2019.

Seattle marks Juneteenth with community celebration, reflection

As the United States observes the fourth year since Juneteenth was declared a federal holiday, Seattle's Central District transformed into a vibrant scene resembling a fairground, bustling with food, music, vendors, and roller skating.

Students push for mental health counselors after Garfield High shooting

In the wake of a deadly shooting at Garfield High School, Seattle students are advocating for more funds towards mental health resources.

Seattle police provide update on hunt for Garfield student's killer

The Seattle Police Department issued a statement Tuesday explaining why detectives cannot make arrests based on social media posts.

Students rally for mental health counselors at Garfield HS
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Students are rallying Tuesday advocating for mental health counselors following last week's deadly shooting at Garfield High School.

17-year-old shot, killed at Seattle's Garfield High identified

The 17-year-old student who was fatally shot in the parking lot of Seattle's Garfield High School has been identified.

Teenager killed in shooting near Seattle's Garfield High School

The Seattle Police Department is investigating a shooting that injured a teenager near Garfield High School in the Central District of Seattle.

Sue Rahr, Seattle's interim police chief, addresses Garfield High shooting

Seattle Interim Police Chief Sue Rahr and Mayor Bruce Harrell held a news conference about gun violence just hours after a violent shooting near Garfield High School.

Seattle leaders speak out after shooting near school
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Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and Interim Police Chief Sue Rahr spoke at a news conference just hours after a 17-year-old student was shot near Garfield High School.

17-year-old student shot in Seattle high school parking lot,
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Authorities in Seattle say a 17-year-old male student was shot in the parking lot of a high school during lunchtime. A statement from Seattle Public Schools says the student was shot Thursday at Garfield High and taken to Harborview Medical Center.