Council Rejects Pedersen’s Push for SPD Hiring and Retention Bonuses
The Seattle Police Department (SPD) has a $15 million budget surplus resulting from a high rate of officer attrition over the past two years....
Mayor Harrell Closes Third and Pine Bus Stop, Hoping to Get Handle on Street...
Starting April 2nd, Mayor Bruce Harrell is temporarily closing one of the busier bus stops in Seattle due to crime concerns. His administration hopes...
In a Pandemic, We Should Be Closing Unused Streets, Not Crowded Parks
On Thursday, the Seattle Mayor’s Office announced on KUOW that several parks would be closing. Later in the afternoon, those specific parks were announced....
Progressive Trend Emerging in Late Primary Election Returns
Primary results have been a Rorschach test for pundits, with moderates divining a moderate resurgence and lefties seeing progressives well-positioned. Late returns have strongly...
Seattle Police Officers Guild Still Resisting Vaccine Mandate, 32% Haven’t Submitted Proof of Vaccination
Every major public sector union has cut a deal with the City of Seattle to implement the Mayor's Covid vaccine mandate, but the Seattle...
WALeg Wednesday: Saldaña Drops Bill to End Jaywalking
More housing bills queued up in Week 2
Welcome to the second week of the Washington State Legislature 2023 Session. We have added two new...
Sunday Video: How Do You Punish Bad Drivers?
Dave Amos of City Beautiful dives into the thorny issue of punishing bad drivers and the many challenges that stem from lawlessness and impunity on roadways.
Legislature Contemplates Changes to Traffic Safety Laws In Face of Pedestrian Safety Crisis
Who should generally have the burden of proving liability in a crash between someone walking or rolling and someone driving a car: the person...