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Lynnwood votes to terminate Flock Safety camera contract after community backlash

A 25-camera surveillance network that launched last June has been scrapped following months of community pressure over surveillance concerns. LYNNWOOD, Wash. — The Lynnwood City Council voted to terminate its contract...

FBI Seattle launches ‘Operation Winter Shield’ as cybercrime drains hundreds of millions of dollars from Washington

Cybercrime cost Washington state $368 million in 2024 alone, ranking it tenth in the nation for financial losses. SEATTLE — The FBI's Seattle field office is sounding the alarm over a...

Community rallies behind 6-year-old Venezuelan girl summoned to immigration court alone

The November incident sparked outrage among immigrant rights groups. SEATTLE — A 6-year-old Venezuelan girl named Victoria walked into a Washington courthouse Friday surrounded by her parents and lawyers, after federal...

This is what champions create: Scenes from Seattle’s Super Bowl parade

As the Seahawks moved through the city, the team saw what it created: A sea of blue and green, cheering crowds for miles and a city ignited by victory. SEATTLE —...

Seahawks fans prepare for Super Bowl as Seattle gears up for watch parties

The city's devotion is visible throughout Seattle, from a freshly painted mural honoring the team to the Seahawks 12 flag flying across the city. SEATTLE — Seattle Seahawks fans are preparing...

Seattle man on trial for alleged hate crime attack on transgender woman in U-District

Andre Karlow faces a jury in King County Superior Court, accused of beating a transgender woman who suffered broken teeth and bruises in the attack. SEATTLE — A Seattle man is...

Washington advocates rally against proposed child care budget cuts

The demonstrations come as lawmakers grapple with a more than $2 billion budget shortfall. OLYMPIA, Wash. — Nearly 100 child care providers and parents rallied at the Washington State Capitol on...

Weekend shootings underscore work ahead despite Seattle’s crime progress, police chief says

The 2025 progress report came on the heels of a violent weekend that claimed three young lives, highlighting ongoing public safety challenges facing the city. SEATTLE — Seattle recorded its lowest...

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