Politics 4 key takeaways from Mayor Durkan's State of the City The annual speech focused on students, ORCA cards and the "Seattle of the future." by David Kroman / February 19, 2019
Politics Mike O'Brien is the fourth Seattle City Councilmember not seeking re-election Over his nearly ten years in office, O'Brien became one of the most controversial elected officials in the city. by David Kroman / February 13, 2019 / Updated Feb. 13 at 2:30 p.m.
News Drivers deliver meals to seniors through Seattle slush Workers had the option to wait out the storm, but King County’s Meals on Wheels took to the streets anyway. by David Kroman / February 13, 2019
News Despite city's efforts, Seattle police force is shrinking After the city force shrunk by 41 officers last year, Mayor Durkan is scrambling to recruit with $15,000 bonuses. by David Kroman / February 5, 2019
Politics New poll confirms Seattle voters disapprove of council, but align politically The survey was paid for by the Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce's political arm, which seeks dramatic change on the council. by David Kroman / February 1, 2019
Politics Working from Europe? Ethics investigation dogged Durkan's HR director The HR nominee was under investigation for working out of Seattle for two months out of seven as interim director. by David Kroman / January 28, 2019
Politics City Council picks Abel Pacheco Jr. to rep NE Seattle — and help lead city zoning conversations The UW program director will fill the council seat vacated by Rob Johnson for seven months. by David Kroman / April 22, 2019
Politics Durkan’s pick to lead homelessness response withdraws nomination amid council tension The mayor is calling the stalled confirmation process "deeply unfair." Councilmember Mosqueda counters that the council is just doing its job. by David Kroman / April 22, 2019
News Two former Durkan staffers alleged mistreatment in Seattle mayor’s office One employee reported that the mayor grabbed her by the face. Another is saying that she oversees a toxic work environment. Durkan denies both accounts. by David Kroman / April 17, 2019
Politics WA landlords continue to turn away applicants with Section 8 vouchers, despite new law The rules kicked in last September, but the state does not provide any enforcement for violators. by David Kroman / April 10, 2019