information from the City of Seattle
The City of Seattle Human Services Department has stood up additional emergency resources in response to the winter weather event that is impacting the Seattle region. The City strongly encourages all individuals living unsheltered to go inside during this event. HSD has activated the following resources for people living unsheltered:
By Gerardo Bolong
CONTRIBUTING WRITER
AUBURN - Unsecured ball protection and unsteady shooting were the factors that negatively influenced the John F. Kennedy girls basketball team on Thurs., Feb. 7.
Jefferson broke away from a close game to separate itself from Kennedy to post a first round 50-39 West Central/Southwest 4A bi-district opening round victory against the Lancers.
Kennedy Catholic had just drawn close when TJ capitalized on missed Lancer shots from all over and took control of the boards almost completely.
When the fighting Lancers continually missed from beyond the arc as well as close range the Raiders really racked up the scoring.
The opening moments of the second half were a precursor of events that took even greater significance as the game progressed.
information from King County Metro
In response to ongoing adverse weather conditions, King County Metro is canceling all trips on 20 bus routes starting with the Friday morning commute, due to fleet availability and in preparation for the coming winter storm.
The National Weather Service is forecasting heavy snow as early as Friday afternoon and continuing through the weekend. Metro is actively monitoring changing weather forecasts and road conditions across King County.
The Seattle Police Department points out that cars can be stolen anytime but don't let cold weather or snow make you let down your guard. The snow will be with us until next week so it's best to be prepared and smart.
NOAA’s Office for Law Enforcement (OLE) is offering a $20,000 reward for information about the recent sea lion shootings, a confirmed total of 12 shot dead (9 in West Seattle alone).
Robin Lindsey, Executive Director of Seal Sitters marine mammal protection organization said. "It is our hope that this will prompt someone to come forward and provide valuable leads. Seal Sitters’ hotline (206-905-7325) received numerous calls reporting shots heard along the Elliott Bay waterfront during the time period the animals were shot (Sept-early December). There is undoubtedly someone in the public who knows something about the shootings. It is time to get some justice for these remarkable, gregarious animals."
Learn more about these crimes on the Seal Sitters site the Blubber Blog.
By Jennifer Danner
SPD Southwest Precinct Crime Prevention Coordinator
As we head into the new year, the SW Precinct would like to focus on residential, as well as commercial burglary prevention. Within this newsletter, you will find information about what a burglary is and about the best ways to prevent a burglary. As always, please remember to always call 911 to report criminal and/or suspicious behavior. If you see something, say something!
