Downtown Seattle

Communities Police: Angry mob chases groper through Pioneer Square

By KOMO Staff Published: Jun 18, 2013 at 4:35 PM PDT Last Updated: Jun 19, 2013 at 7:06 AM PDT

An accused groper got a taste of vigilante justice Monday morning when he was chased by an angry mob in Pioneer Square.

Communities Police: Firework-throwing man causes panic in Pioneer Square

By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 18, 2013 at 8:53 AM PDT Last Updated: Jun 18, 2013 at 9:15 AM PDT

A man with a backpack full of firecrackers caused a panic in Pioneer Square and had at least one officer preparing to deal with a gunman early Saturday, according to the Seattle Police Department.

Communities Police: Shoplifter armed with sharpened butter knife arrested

By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 17, 2013 at 9:23 AM PDT Last Updated: Jun 17, 2013 at 9:27 AM PDT

A 42-year-old man was arrested early Monday morning for allegedly threatening a 7-Eleven clerk with a sharpened butter knife during a shoplifting attempt.

Communities Owner defends nightclub against police claim of 'chronic nuisance' (Video)

By KOMO staff Published: Jun 16, 2013 at 7:48 PM PDT Last Updated: Jun 17, 2013 at 6:58 AM PDT

Volume Seattle owned by Matthew Chu is packed when it's open for business--but Seattle police insist - it's also a nuisance.

Communities 4 Seattleites show how to escalate any situation in 5 easy steps

By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 14, 2013 at 9:24 AM PDT Last Updated: Jun 14, 2013 at 10:12 AM PDT

The Internet is full of lessons on how to deescalate tense situations in order to get through them safely. But, what if you want to escalate a situation? Let the following situation be your guide.

Communities 3 ways to get more facetime with your doctor

By Rose Egge Published: Jun 13, 2013 at 7:20 AM PDT Last Updated: Jun 13, 2013 at 2:17 PM PDT

While healthcare costs are causing many doctors to spend less time with their patients, some local physicians offer treatment models that allow them to know their patrons better without breaking the bank.

Communities Former nurse charged with stealing patients' pain meds

By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 10, 2013 at 2:34 PM PDT Last Updated: Jun 10, 2013 at 2:45 PM PDT

A woman suspected of posing as a nurse to steal pain medications directly from patients at Swedish Hospital earlier this year used to be an actual nurse stealing pain medications from patients at Swedish Hospital.

Communities Officers rescue man from machete attack

By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 10, 2013 at 12:14 PM PDT Last Updated: Jun 10, 2013 at 12:59 PM PDT

A couple officers were in the right place at the right time to rescue a man from a machete-wielding attacker Wednesday night in the International District, according to the Seattle Police Department.

Communities Man robbed at gunpoint while trying to pay for parking

By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 6, 2013 at 11:09 AM PDT Last Updated: Jun 6, 2013 at 11:13 AM PDT

A man in his 60s was robbed at gunpoint last Friday night while trying to pay for parking in a lot near the Pike Place Market, according to the Seattle Police Department.

Communities Photos: 5 Seattle hotel suites for rockstars and royalty (Photo Gallery)

By Joshua Lewis and Hanna Brooks Olsen Published: Jun 5, 2013 at 7:22 AM PDT Last Updated: Jun 5, 2013 at 11:07 AM PDT

When staying in Seattle, there are plenty of options that are both affordable and practical. But for those with a little more disposable income, there are some truly remarkable suites hidden around the city that are luxurious, opulent -- and downright incredible.

Communities Despite just kidding, man arrested for allegedly threatening bartender

By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 5, 2013 at 7:09 AM PDT Last Updated: Jun 5, 2013 at 7:27 AM PDT

A self-described Colombian gangster learned the "just kidding" defense doesn't fly with police when he allegedly threatened to kill a Belltown bartender and bouncer last Thursday.

Communities Have you seen this Seattle bank robber? (Photo Gallery)

By Michael Harthorne Published: Jun 4, 2013 at 1:56 PM PDT Last Updated: Jun 4, 2013 at 3:53 PM PDT

The Seattle Police Department is looking for the man who allegedly robbed a Seattle bank Tuesday afternoon.