Seattle City Council

More than 150 people weighed in at a public hearing Thursday on the Seattle City Council's initial budget package that reverses many of Mayor Katie Wilson's cuts.

The bill, championed by Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss, would restrict overnight RV parking unless people get a permit and agree to work with caseworkers towards shelter.

Major ballot items included the King County assessor, Seattle City Council's lone seat up for election, and Seattle's transit measure.

The Seattle City Council has passed a package of new laws aiming to reduce the number of people living in RVs. They require permits for people who want to park overnight.

Nilu Jenks and Julie Kang are campaigning to claim the District 5 city council seat. The candidates have distinct backgrounds and differ on police surveillance.

Seattle residents had to wait hours for the police to brief reporters on the deadly Bite of Seattle shooting. A new police assessment says city leaders caused delays.

Mayor Katie Wilson's executive order directs city departments to work with emergency management staff on readiness efforts and trainings.

The Seattle City Council voted on Tuesday to adopt civil rights protections for people who are polyamorous or in other nontraditional relationships.

Seattle Public Safety Committee Chair Bob Kettle wants the cameras to be turned back on, but Mayor Katie Wilson said a privacy and data audit needs to be reviewed first.

The Seattle City Council is reviewing legislation aimed at helping people living in their vehicles connect to shelter and housing.