Lake City

Communities Man says he was attacked inside his Lake City home

By Michael Harthorne Published: May 3, 2013 at 10:38 AM PDT Last Updated: May 3, 2013 at 10:55 AM PDT

A man claims he was beaten unconscious by an intruder in his Lake City home last week. But, the only evidence officers have is some dried blood, a towel and a pair of wet socks.

Communities Man arrested for allegedly firing shots from moving car

By Michael Harthorne Published: May 2, 2013 at 9:15 AM PDT Last Updated: May 2, 2013 at 9:31 AM PDT

Reports of two men driving around Lake City firing shots from the passenger side of their car led to the arrest of one man for investigation of multiple weapons violations Tuesday night.

Communities Pugel sees SPD chief job as honor, opportunity (Video)

By Joel Moreno Published: Apr 10, 2013 at 4:45 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

The next man to lead Seattle's police department -- at least for now -- understands he faces a tough job guiding the agency out of its recent turmoils.

Communities Seattle police chief John Diaz stepping down (Video)

By GENE JOHNSON Associated Press Published: Apr 8, 2013 at 11:00 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

Seattle Police Chief John Diaz retired Monday as his department faces a court order involving use of force by officers.

Communities Huge tunnel boring machine arrives in Seattle (Photo Gallery) (Video)

By Associated Press and KOMO Staff Published: Apr 2, 2013 at 7:59 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

The world's widest tunnel boring machine arrives in Seattle in pieces Tuesday aboard a ship from Japan.

Communities Fourth of July fireworks show canceled after donations fall short (Video)

By KOMO Staff Published: Apr 1, 2013 at 7:55 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

The Fourth of July fireworks show on Lake Union has been canceled after organizers were unable to raise enough money to put on the show.

Communities I-5 weekend lane closures expected to cause delays (Video)

By Theron Zahn Published: Mar 29, 2013 at 7:30 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

"Hopping" through Seattle could be tough this Easter weekend on Interstate 5.

Communities Seattle gun violence study: A life-saving plan or waste of money? (Video)

By Kristen Drew Published: Mar 23, 2013 at 5:04 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

City leaders in Seattle want to be the first in the country to fund gun violence research - and learn the causes and effects of gun violence.

Communities Seattle City Council restricts video surveillance

By Associated Press Published: Mar 19, 2013 at 7:10 AM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

The Seattle City Council says police and other departments must obtain the council's approval before using certain cameras and drones for surveillance.

Communities SPS: Budget shortfall causes hiring, spending freeze

By Kiersten Throndsen Published: Apr 26, 2013 at 12:35 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

Seattle Public Schools announced it will freeze all non-critical hiring and spending to help make up for an $18 million budget shortfall next year.

Communities City pushes forward with controversial surveillance program (Video)

By Jon Humbert Published: Mar 12, 2013 at 10:59 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

The eyes in the sky have more attention than ever.

Communities Former Seattle council member Richard McIver dies at 71

By KOMO Staff Published: Mar 10, 2013 at 1:32 PM PDT Last Updated: Apr 26, 2013 at 1:43 PM PDT

Former longtime Seattle City Council member Richard McIver died Saturday night, political associates said. He was 71.