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
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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
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
Dow Constantine's first two years
Wed, 12/21/11
Today, Dec. 21, marks 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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Holiday Bus Service
Wed, 12/21/11
Those traveling by bus should be aware of Metro's holiday schedule.
Winter Break started for the University of Washington on Monday, which means limited bus services to the UW from now until school picks up again in the new year.
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A light in the darkness: Women in Black host Solstice Vigil in recognition of the 23 homeless people who died in 2011
Tue, 12/20/11
On Wednesday evening, when Winter Solstice brings us the longest night of the year, WHEEL and the Church of Mary Magdalene will host a vigil to remember all the homeless people who died outside or by violence this past year.
The vigils…MORE
Emergency Cardiac Care at Swedish Ballard recognized by the Washington State Department of Health
Tue, 12/20/11
The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) had certified Swedish Ballard along with three other Swedish campuses to provide emergency cardiac care services to patients throughout the Puget Sound region.
Swedish/Cherry Hill and…MORE
Thaiku to auction off its antique Asian decor
Tue, 12/20/11
The commercial auctioneers at James G. Murphy Co. will be auctioning off Thaiku's antique Asian decor to the highest bidder on December 29, creating a unique opportunity for people to take home a piece of Ballard Ave's beloved restaurant and bar…MORE
