News Washington voters see broader issues in policing, but trust local cops A new statewide Crosscut/Elway poll shows support for police reform, but fear of defunding the police. by David Kroman / July 21, 2020
News Seattle’s arrest alternative, LEAD, moves beyond police The Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program could be a key piece in creating alternatives to the police. by David Kroman / July 17, 2020 / Updated July 17 at 7:30 am
News What Seattle’s new payroll tax says about the city’s politics Two years after the failed ‘head tax,’ the city council found a new path forward, without the same opposition. by David Kroman / July 15, 2020
News WA’s eviction ban faces uncertain future, leaving renters in limbo As the moratorium nears expiration, landlords prepare to sue the state to roll back pandemic housing protections. by David Kroman / July 14, 2020
Politics Durkan hits back at pledge to defund Seattle PD by 50% The mayor offered ideas to restructure the department but rejected calls for deeper cuts. by David Kroman / July 13, 2020
News Guardians or warriors? How hiring veterans impacts Seattle Police Since 2013, 20% of entering Seattle officers have had military experience. Some wonder if that's the kind of training the city wants for its police. by David Kroman / July 1, 2020
News Mayor proposes $20M cut to Seattle Police budget amid COVID shortfall The 5% decrease is a step toward closing the city's $378 million budget gap, but also less than the 50% cut protesters are demanding. by David Kroman / June 23, 2020
News As coronavirus spreads, a Seattle politician with MS feels vulnerable Councilmember Debora Juarez has a weakened immune system and is keeping herself in ‘semi-quarantine.’ by David Kroman / March 6, 2020
News Poll: Public safety is 'urgent' for Seattle voters, but they're mixed on solutions Polling shows tentative support for a possible ballot initiative to hire more police and open a mandatory treatment facility. by David Kroman / March 5, 2020
News As coronavirus spreads, some can’t afford a sick day For Uber drivers and other gig workers, taking a day off means missing crucial paychecks. by David Kroman / March 3, 2020