Seattle Police report a man is critically injured after a shooting in Belltown; no suspects have been detained as the Gun Violence Reduction Unit investigates.

Seattle reports progress in tackling homelessness, with a decrease in tents and RVs, over 2,200 shelter referrals, and reduced violence in encampments. The city also removed 5.9 million pounds of trash and expedited new affordable housing.

Seattle Parks and Recreation invites community input on February 24 for the Ward Springs Park play area redesign, emphasizing safety, accessibility, and ADA compliance.

New Yorkers' Washington's Birthday may experience intermittent rain with a 40% chance during the day, but the evening could stay mostly dry. Rain prospects increase for the rest of the week with temperatures in the low 50s.

Seattle is enhancing road safety and bike lanes through the MLK Jr Way Safety Project, set to complete by summer 2024, and launching three additional projects this year, funded by the Levy to Move Seattle.

Boeing is set to negotiate wages and conditions with the Seattle-area machinists union next month amidst recovering from a recent 737 MAX incident and ongoing production challenges. Union members seek a 40% wage increase and pension restoration.

Seattle students learn that prioritizing reading and writing could be linked to "white supremacy" in school material, leading to parental concern over educational impact.

The Seattle/King County Clinic offers free medical services to uninsured and underinsured residents from February 15-18, with a range of healthcare services provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Washington LCB is reassessing its lewd conduct rule for licensed venues, following criticism of inspections at LGBTQ+ bars. A Preproposal Statement of Inquiry invites public feedback on potential revisions or repeal.

New canopy and café lighting have been installed at Hing Hay Park in Seattle to enhance safety and cultural ambiance, celebrated by Mayor Harrell and other leaders.

Lynnwood Police arrested two suspects linked to a series of cosmetic thefts, recovering over $12,000 worth of stolen goods potentially tied to a retail theft ring.

Michael Penix Jr. and Jewell Loyd won Seattle's Male and Female Sports Star of the Year awards, recognized for their outstanding athletic achievements in football and basketball, respectively.

A Washington woman's lawsuit against Pierce County and a deputy over a police dog attack is going to trial, with serious allegations of excessive force and illegal seizure being examined.