Seattle mayor invests $10M to curb youth violence, support mental health crisis

"Last week’s tragedy at Garfield and the trauma it has inflicted on our community further reinforces the need to protect and support our students and the most vulnerable."

Crews put out vacant house fire in Seattle
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Crews put out another vacant house fire in Seattle's Jefferson Park neighborhood on Friday.

Seattle middle school implements mandatory cellphone locking system

Starting next fall, every student at at Hamilton International Middle School will be required to lock their phones in magnetic pouches for the entire school day.

Police seek help to ID driver in deadly Downtown Seattle hit-and-run

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run in Downtown Seattle last month. 

UW president to step down next year
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A top level change at the University of Washington. President Ana Mari Cauce announced that she will step down next year.

Thefts of charging cables are another obstacle to appeal of electric vehicles

Thieves have been targeting charging stations for electric vehicles, intent on stealing the cables for copper wiring. The price of copper is near a record high on global markets.

Seattle's budget crisis could threaten affordable housing funds

Affordable housing advocates fear the City of Seattle could raid funds intended for affordable housing to fix its staggering budget deficit of more than $200 million.

3 Seattle beaches closed due to high bacteria levels

Seattle Parks and Recreation is asking the public to stay out of the waters of three beaches throughout the city.

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.

Massive shootout along Aurora Avenue in Greenwood
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A shootout and car chase through Seattle's Greenwood neighborhood has residents calling on local leaders to help curb violence.

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.