Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement after a homicide in Capitol Hill: “This senseless act of violence is heartbreaking and unacceptable, and my deepest condolences are with the victim’s family and loved ones. The Seattle Police Department (SPD) is investigating this incident with haste to hold… [ Keep reading ]
The City of Seattle is planning ahead and will be prepared to respond in case of major winter weather events in the coming months. There are no major forecasted events at this time. Check seattle.gov/winter-weather for updates and information. “City staff and crews are proactively preparing to keep streets accessible,… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced that he has selected Shon Barnes to serve as the next Chief of the Seattle Police Department (SPD). Read more about Mayor Harrell’s decision to appoint Shon Barnes here. Here’s what people are saying about Chief Barnes: “Chief Shon Barnes brings to Seattle… [ Keep reading ]
Currently the Madison, Wisconsin Chief of Police, Barnes brings to Seattle a record of accomplishment, including implementing solutions that have driven a 67% decrease in homicides, a 40% decrease in auto thefts, and a 19% decrease in reports of shots fired so far in 2024, as well as advancing strategies… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell released the following statement after the homicide of a King County Metro bus driver in the University District: “This attack on King County Metro operator Shawn Yim is shocking and heartbreaking. My deepest sympathies are with Mr. Yim’s family as they grapple with the… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle is the first city in the country that allows firefighters/EMTs to administer this lifesaving medicine Seattle – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined the Seattle Fire Department (SFD), emergency medical responders, and health experts from the Washington State Department of Health (DOH) to give a progress update on SFD’s Buprenorphine… [ Keep reading ]
Free online therapy currently available for local teens and young adults; additional telehealth provider partners to be announced in coming weeks Seattle – Today, the City of Seattle announced a new partnership between the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) and Talkspace, a leading online behavioral health care company,… [ Keep reading ]
Pioneer Square East-West Pedestrian Improvements project creates more accessible and enjoyable travel between downtown Seattle and the new Waterfront Park through Pioneer Square neighborhood. Seattle (December 4, 2024) – Today, Mayor Bruce Harrell joined the Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects, the Pioneer Square Alliance and community partners to celebrate… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle – Today, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell released updated data sets for the third quarter of 2024 for the City’s One Seattle Homelessness Action Plan and public-facing dashboard. The Q3 update shows a 33% decrease in the number of tents citywide, a 31% decrease in RVs at active encampments, and a 43% increase… [ Keep reading ]
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) recommended framework for artificial intelligence in critical infrastructure represents an important step forward to deploying these new technologies to benefit communities in a way that is safe and secure. This framework helps to set guidelines to support technology developers, infrastructure providers, and local governments… [ Keep reading ]
