Helen Smith

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Seattle City Council to consider proposed public drug use ordinance Tuesday

The proposal specifies diversion as the preferred response to public drug use and outlines a "threat of harm" standard officers can consider when making arrests. SEATTLE — The Seattle City Council...

Proposal tightening restrictions on vacant buildings in Seattle’s monitoring program passes committee

The proposal comes as the number of unsecured vacant buildings is rising in the city. The number increased by 41% between 2021 and 2022. SEATTLE — The Seattle City Council will...

Proposal to raise minimum wage to $18.99/hour in unincorporated King County introduced

King County Councilmember Girmay Zahilay introduced the proposal. It has the support of three other council members. KING COUNTY, Wash. — King County Councilmember Girmay Zahilay introduced a proposal this week...

What you should know about watching the Perseids in Washington

To find a spot dark enough, stargazers may have to drive a while outside of the Puget Sound area. Here's what else you should know to catch the meteor shower. SEATTLE...

Amid an alarming increase in traffic fatalities, King County forms new Felony Traffic Unit

A number of reckless driving behaviors have spiked since the pandemic began, with speeding being the most dramatic. SEATTLE — Editor's note: The above video on an increase in traffic fatalities...

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