Politics Carmen Best named Seattle Police Chief After first leaving her off the list of finalists, Mayor Jenny Durkan completes a stunning reversal by selecting the interim chief to lead the city's police department. by David Kroman / July 17, 2018 / Updated at 12:30 p.m.
Politics As they wait and wait, some asylum seekers talk of suicide The chaos unfolding at the U.S. border is taking a mental toll on African nationals who have fled their own countries. by David Kroman / July 16, 2018
Politics After dramatic week, Seattle gets to meet its police chief candidates Seattle's Carmen Best was a crowd favorite despite having to answer for the department's past issues. by David Kroman / July 12, 2018
Politics Before exiting race for chief, McLay faced opposition from Seattle cops The former Pittsburgh chief was a favorite with the selection committee, but a pariah with some rank and file. by David Kroman / July 11, 2018
Politics Another twist in the search for Seattle’s next police chief Local candidate Carmen Best is back in the running for chief — to the relief and confusion of supporters. by David Kroman / July 8, 2018 / Updated: 10:30 a.m. on July 9
Politics Seattle’s waterfront tax has support — at least from those who won’t pay it The city is considering a tax on downtown residents to pay for the final $200 million of its shiny new waterfront plan. by David Kroman / July 6, 2018
Politics Seattle Council hit with second open meetings lawsuit over head tax Open government "gadfly" claims the council made its decision behind closed doors. by David Kroman / July 3, 2018 / Updated: 1:30 p.m. on July 5
Politics Port lawyer: Harassment allegation, a $500K settlement and paid leave Longtime counsel Craig Watson will receive $102K in paid administrative leave. by David Kroman / June 28, 2018
Politics City Light’s ‘smart meters’ are $17.4M over budget The cost overrun comes as the utility faces budget cuts. by David Kroman / June 27, 2018
Politics Supreme Court ruling on crisis pregnancy centers — now what? Like the California rule struck down Tuesday, King County requires crisis pregnancy centers to say what they are — and aren't. by David Kroman / June 26, 2018