Backlash surfaces against Seattle’s new app-based worker compensation law
When the app-based worker minimum compensation law took effect on January 13, Mayor Bruce Harrell praised it as an important worker […]
Mixed news on Seattle’s economy in 2023
Seattle saw some good news and some mediocre economic news this year. On the plus side, 83,000 workers were in their […]
King County Council delays action on minimum wage legislation
In September, four members of the King County Council proposed legislation to create a new minimum wage standard for unincorporated areas […]
Seattle City Council candidates raised nearly $2.4 million in Democracy Vouchers
All registered voters in Seattle receive four $25 Democracy Vouchers to give to the city candidates of their choice. This year, […]
Seattle City Council will make appointment to fill Councilmember Mosqueda’s position
As citywide Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda moves on to the King County Council at the beginning of 2024, the Seattle City Council […]
Seattle City Council approves 2024 budget
On November 21, the Seattle City Council approved a $7.8 billion budget for FY 2024, which begins on January 1. Seattle has a […]
Seattle City Council considering a new delivery fee
On September 26, the Seattle City Council’s Public Safety and Human Services Committee heard a presentation from Council staff on a potential new […]
Crime rates drop in Seattle following new drug law
Downtown Seattle has witnessed a promising decrease in crime rates over the past year. However, safety concerns still linger in specific […]
King County Council considering a $18.99 minimum wage
On October 17, the King County Council’s Transportation, Economy, and Environment Committee heard a presentation by Council staff on legislation that […]
How will historic unpopularity impact Seattle City Council races?
After an August primary election that saw the three incumbent Seattle City Councilmembers seeking reelection lead their challengers, new polling suggests […]
Crime rates drop in Seattle following new drug law
Within hours of Seattle’s new law criminalizing public use and possession of illegal drugs taking effect, Seattle Police made 25 arrests. […]
Do you have questions about this year’s election in Seattle?
Are you still gathering information to inform your vote on November 7th? Here’s a terrific article from The Seattle Times with […]