Politics Mike O'Brien is the fourth Seattle City Councilmember not seeking re-election Over his nearly ten years in office, O'Brien became one of the most controversial elected officials in the city. by David Kroman / February 13, 2019 / Updated Feb. 13 at 2:30 p.m.
Politics What does a federal lawsuit mean for Seattle's safe injection sites? A Trump administration lawsuit in Philadelphia could complicate Seattle's efforts to open places for people to use drugs. by David Kroman / February 8, 2019
News Despite city's efforts, Seattle police force is shrinking After the city force shrunk by 41 officers last year, Mayor Durkan is scrambling to recruit with $15,000 bonuses. by David Kroman / February 5, 2019
Politics New poll confirms Seattle voters disapprove of council, but align politically The survey was paid for by the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce's political arm, which seeks dramatic change on the council. by David Kroman / February 1, 2019
Politics Working from Europe? Ethics investigation dogged Durkan's HR director The HR nominee was under investigation for working out of Seattle for two months out of seven as interim director. by David Kroman / January 28, 2019
Politics Seattle City Council 2019: The first real test of district elections In a wide open field, council candidates promise better neighborhood representation. by David Kroman / January 28, 2019
News With mobile home fight, Sawant continues quest to ‘save’ Seattle In an effort to prevent displacement, the Seattle City Council will likely pause all development on the city's few mobile home parks. by David Kroman / January 22, 2019
News Durkan finally has nominee for Seattle's $277M IT department If confirmed, Saad Bashir of Ottawa, Canada will oversee the city's most important department you've never heard of. by David Kroman / January 18, 2019
News Seattle mayor green lights $285M downtown streetcar Despite the increased price tag, Durkan says the streetcar is key to the future of downtown. by David Kroman / January 17, 2019
Politics ‘Staffing challenges’ may force Seattle PD detectives to patrols In an all-staff email, SPD leadership said detectives would be retrained to possibly fill-in for lacking patrol staff. by David Kroman / January 10, 2019