Dec. 21 marked the precise midpoint for the four-year term of King County Executive Dow Constantine. In honor of this milestone, his office has published a list of Constantine's achievements during his first two years in office.
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Dow Constantine's first two years as King County Executive
Thu, 12/22/11
By Anne-Marije Rook
Dec. 21 marked the precise midpoint for the four-year term of King County Executive Dow Constantine. In honor of this milestone, his office has published a list of Constantine's achievements during his first two years…MORE
McGinn calls on Police Chief Diaz to implement reforms
Wed, 12/21/11
Mayor Mike McGinn called on Police Chief John Diaz on Wednesday, Dec. 21, to begin carrying out reforms urged by the US Department of Justice in its report of the Seattle Police Department use of force.
The DOJ report, released last week,…MORE
Mayor McGinn issues letter calling for Seattle Police Reforms
Wed, 12/21/11
The Department of Justice issued a stinging criticism of the Seattle Police Department just five days ago, calling the department "broken" with regard to "excessive and unconstitutional use of force." Wednesday, Dec. 21, Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn…MORE
City and County receive $21.8 million in federal homeless assistance grants
Wed, 12/21/11
On December 20, King County Executive Dow Constantine and Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn announced the renewal of federal homeless assistance grants totaling more than $21.8 million. These funds make it possible to continue to provide a range of…MORE
Seattle City Council encourages public input on improving Seattle Public Library services
Wed, 12/21/11
The Seattle City Council encourages Seattleites and library patrons to attend one of the Seattle Public Library’s upcoming community meetings. Three meetings will be held in January to provide an overview of library use and discussion on options…MORE
Major construction begins today on N/NW 85th St
Wed, 12/21/11
Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) will begin a significant road repair project on N/NW 85th Street between 15th Avenue NW and I-5 today. Commuters and neighbors should try to avoid major traffic impacts during construction, anticipated…MORE
Update: Spokane Street Viaduct Project closures this week
Wed, 12/21/11
press release: The contractor working for the Seattle Department of Transportation on the Spokane Street Viaduct Widening project will close the westbound lanes of the Spokane Street Viaduct tonight and tomorrow night, December 21 and 22 as…MORE
Traveling? Pack patience and chains
Wed, 12/21/11
A white Christmas? Could be – at least in the mountains. Forecasts call for a snowstorm to hit the mountain passes just in time for Christmas holiday travel, and travelers should plan to pack tire chains and a winter kit alongside presents before…MORE
UPDATE: Man attempts to rape 13-year-old girl in Burien; Suspect sketch released
Wed, 12/21/11
Updated description of the suspect for 12/23 The suspect is described as a black male in his mid to late 20's, around 6 ft. tall, "chubby," with a diamond stud earring in his left ear and a natural split in his lower lip (not a split lip from…MORE
