SEATTLE — Mayor Bruce Harrell discussed Seattle's new police chief and addressed criticisms about police practices and crime in a one-on-one interview with KING 5 on Tuesday. Harrell said Seattle's ...

Barnes has recommended Assistant Chief John Patterson to succeed him as the city searches for a permanent replacement, Mike ...

I’m not big on resolutions, but I like the practice of setting an intention. A line from “Good Morning” by Mumu Fresh has ...

Shon Barnes was announced on Dec. 20 as the next chief of the Seattle Police Department, but he won't assume his new job ...

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has called for major SPD changes after a probe into allegations of gender discrimination and ...

Mayor Harrell's nomination for Seattle police chief will inherit a department in disarray and many pressing problems.

Barnes is now not expected to be sworn in as an interim chief until Jan. 21, at the earliest, per City Hall sources. The timeline could also drag out. He will also go through a confirmation process ...

Seattle’s recent appointment of Shon Barnes as the new Chief of Police has ignited a storm of both optimism and controversy. While his remarkable track record in crime reduction and community-focused ...

From city finances to the future of the Madison Police Department, here are some of the big stories to watch in 2025: The ...