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In one of the most disorderly weeks at Seattle City Hall in recent memory, Police Chief Shon Barnes has officially resigned. In this follow-up to our Emergency Friday Episode when the outcome was not 100 percent clear, David Hyde, Erica C. Barnett, and Sandeep Kaushik break down the chain of events from the mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival to the closed-door negotiations that led to Barnes's departure.In this Patreon supporter perk episode we get into:·       The $700,000 Settlement: Why the city agreed to a massive payout for a chief who served less than two years.·       Mayor Wilson's Communication Crisis: The political fallout and growing friction between the mayor's office and City Council.·       The "Cultural Fit" Question: Was Barnes ever the right match for Seattle's political landscape?·       Enter Interim Chief Sayles: What we know about the new appointment and whether his residency status will repeat past controversies.Please subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app and to help us make the jump to video and support independent local journalism, join us at Patreon.com/SeattleNice.Sources:·       Police Chief Shon Barnes is Out, His Deputy Andre Sayles Will Serve as Interim Chief - PubliCola·       Mayor Wilson Announces Resignation of Chief Barnes and Appointment of Andre Sayles as Interim Chief·       Seattle Mayor Wilson defends asking police chief to resign - KNKXSend us a text! Note that we can only respond directly to emails realseattlenice@gmail.comSupport the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice. 

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Robach and Holmes cover the latest news headlines and entertainment updates and give perspective on current events in their daily “Morning Run.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Note: This episode was recorded Thursday morning, before Barnes's resignation was confirmed. Hosts Erica C. Barnett, Sandeep Kaushik and David Hyde break down the chaotic 24 hours that preceded Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes's official ouster. Rumors of a forced resignation. A defiant chief and the NAACP and Urban League rallying to his side. The mayor's office went silent for hours. We were recording in the middle of the chaos, when it still wasn't clear how it would end.Then we shift gears to Council member Eddie Lin's push to eliminate a key path for public appeals in the city's land use process, a fight that came down to a single swing vote from Bob Kettle, and pits housing advocates against neighborhood opponents.Send us a text! Note that we can only respond directly to emails realseattlenice@gmail.comThanks to Uncle Ike's pot shop for sponsoring this week's episode! If you want to advertise please contact us at realseattlenice@gmail.comSupport the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice. 

Seattle Police recover three guns from mass shooting scene, ‘millionaires tax’ wins former Gov. Jay Inslee’s endorsement, and measles are on the rise in Southwest WA. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online or on the KUOW App.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

//The Wire//2300Z July 27, 2026// //ROUTINE// //BLUF: WEEKEND SHOOTING REPORTED AT SEATTLE FESTIVAL. VEHICLE RAMMING ATTACK REPORTED IN BERLIN. STABBING ATTACK REPORTED IN PARIS. IRANIAN TARGETING CONTINUES TO STRIKE LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT MIDDLE EAST, U.S. HAS NOT RESPONDED YET.// -----BEGIN TEARLINE------International Events-Middle East: After the intense Iranian targeting of American positions Friday evening, sporadic Iranian drone strikes have been reported throughout the region. Other than targeting American positions, Iranian drone attacks have also been observed striking Kurdish militia encampments in northeastern Iraq. On the American side, CENTCOM has not disclosed any strikes within Iran for several days.Red Sea/HOA: Nearly the entire Jazan Refinery in Saudi Arabia remains on fire following the Houthi targeting on Saturday. As of last night, fire detection satellites indicated that most of the facility has been totally destroyed and satellite imagery from yesterday indicates a very large fire at this facility is still burning and the smoke plume stretches over 50 miles to the south.Europe: This morning Iran issued a public condemnation of the Ukrainian targeting of a Russian vessel. Over the weekend a Ukrainian drone struck a Russian vessel, which resulted in the death of one crew member. This crew member happened to be an Iranian citizen, which prompted Foreign Minister Araghchi to issue a statement of outrage.Analyst Comment: It is very unlikely that the Ukrainians would have known that one random crewmember onboard a vessel was technically Iranian, but intentional or not, this incident is another step towards linking the war in Europe with the conflict in the Middle East.Germany: On Sunday, a vehicle ramming attack was reported at the Pride festival in Berlin. One assailant ramming his vehicle into a crowd in the vicinity of the Tiergarden west of the Brandenburg Gate, killing one person and wounding 29 others. After the ramming, the suspect exited the vehicle and reportedly stabbed several people with a machete, before fleeing the scene. This prompted a nationwide manhunt for the assailant that was carried out Sunday afternoon. By Sunday evening, the suspect had been located in a residential area of Spandau. Once located, the suspect allegedly tried to stab the arresting officers, which resulted in the suspect being shot and killed. The suspect was identified as Abdul Ballout, who had reportedly just been released from a juvenile detention facility.France: This morning a stabbing attack was reported in Paris, near Porte de Clichy. One assailant stabbed 3x women on the street, before being restrained by bystanders and an off-duty police officer. While being held down by responding citizens, the attacker claimed that the attack was Islamic in nature, prompting the government to classify this incident as a terror attack.-HomeFront-Washington: Yesterday a shooting was reported at the Bite of Seattle food festival at the Seattle Center. Multiple black/Middle Eastern males began shooting at each other inside a crowd at the event, which resulted in 3x people killed, and 4x others wounded.Analyst Comment: This incident was initially reported as a mass shooting, however the multiple shooters were not targeting the crowd, as this was almost certainly a gang/cultural shooting. As a result of the cultural implications, Seattle Police have not released the name of the suspect(s) they have in custody, nor have they released the photo of the suspect which remains at large.-----END TEARLINE-----Analyst Comments: Despite the substantial Iranian targeting over the past few days, the American response has so far been very minimal and no meaningful strikes have been conducted since Friday night within Iran. This is probably a reflection of the calm before the storm, as the United States continues to stage assets for a large scale attack sometime soon. Over the weekend, many phone calls were likely made which may have delayed whatever American targeting was planned to take place, as several Iranian/Houthi targeting efforts appear to have been more substantial than expected. The Houthi strike on the Jazan Refinery was very clearly an extremely devastating strike from the Houthis, which probably caused the Saudis pause regarding how much hurt the Houthis can bring to the table. Similarly, the heavy targeting of Erbil (and Patriot battery at this base) has likely resulted in a degradation of air defenses in this sector. How bad the damage is, is anyone's guess, but based on the scorch marks observed from space last week, it is hard to imagine this air defense site remaining operational. The Iranians have also claimed to have struck half a dozen other air defense sites throughout the region, but these can't be verified until better satellite imagery is available. Which might take time due to the deliberate censorship of imagery as mandated by the U.S. government.Over the past few weeks, anecdotal evidence from locals on the ground throughout the region has increasingly indicated fewer and fewer successful interceptions of Iranian munitions. These reports are very hard to quantify as most of the time it's a shepherd looking up and visually seeing the interceptors miss the Iranian missile, or no interceptors being launched in the first place. Obviously, these reports are about as unconfirmed as it can get, but the smoking craters that are visible on satellite imagery add a lot of credence to the general theory that, for whatever reason, interceptions are not as effective as advertised. However, as it stands the U.S. will probably respond in some way, not just because of the scale of the Iranian missile strikes, but also the fact that this targeting (and the collapse of the ceasefire) has resulted in the Strait of Hormuz remaining fully closed. What that response will be or when it will be carried out, only time will tell.Analyst: S2A1 Research: https://publish.obsidian.md/s2underground NomadNet: 5fa68c88be727a0e1a250a75e5e79269 Disclaimer: No LLMs were used in the writing of this report. //END REPORT//

AP correspondent Ed Donahue reports on the shooting investigation at a Seattle food festival.

Today, Thursday, June 25 on Urban Forum Northwest:*Seattle Police Chief Dr. Shon Barnes assumed his position on February 1, 2024. He is nationally recognized leader in crime reduction and community police relations. He came to Seattle after serving as Chief of Police in Madison Wisconsin 2021-2024. Chief Barnes was honored by the National Institute of Justice, was inducted into the Evidence Based Policing Hall of Fame at George Mason University. He received the Excellence in Policing Award from Radford University.*Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown is the 19th Attorney General for the state and the first African American AG. He grew up in Steilacoom, WA and his parents were military veterans which led him to join the ROTC at Morehouse College. He graduated from Harvard Law School and began his legal career as a member of the Army JAG corps. He served as Governor Jay Inslee's Attorney. President Joe Biden nominated Nick to be the US Attorney for Western Washington.*Reverend Dr. Leslie D. Braxton, Pastor, New Beginnings Christian Fellowship, Kent WA comments on the July 5, 1852 Frederick Douglass Fourth of July Speech where Douglas elaborates on how the English Government imposed restraints, burdens and limitations on the colonial children. In his speech he presents a graphic illustration of the conditions of the slaves being chained and brutalized. He points out to his audience that slavery is not in the Constitution. *DeAunte Damper has served as the NAACP State Area Conference LGBTQ Chair. He is the Community Engagement Specialist for King County's Office of Gun Violence Prevention. He will be the Grand Marshall of Seattle's Pride Parade on Sunday, June 28 the event will begin at Westlake Mall at 10:00 am with a rally and the March will depart at 11:00 am and proceed to Seattle Center.Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant Information. Like us on Facebook. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In an attempt to muzzle the rank-and-file, Mayor Katie Wilson's administration tried to strong-arm the Seattle Police Officers Guild into scrubbing a social media post highlighting a bloody triple shooting. But the cops aren't backing down from the anti-police regime. Instead, they're firing back with a clear message: You won't intimidate us.As we speed toward America's 250th birthday, have you thought much about beer? While it might sound like a strange question, but beer is more important to the United States' founding than you might think. The beer you drink says a lot about you, and the state of the beer industry tells us a lot about America's economic health. I am scheduled to be joined by Andy Ross, Patriotic Rock Star and CEO of American Rebel. I hope to discuss the state of American beer, a little history, and the role he has assumed in continuing that American Beer legacy since the launch of American Rebel beer.The Justice Department has launched a criminal investigation into Carroll. Investigators are reportedly looking into whether she committed perjury in testimony linked to her lawsuits against Trump. The probe reportedly focuses on Carroll's 2022 deposition statement, in which she asserted she received no outside funding for her lawsuit, a claim later shown to be demonstrably false.Physician Adam Hamawy, who also served as a U.S. Army combat surgeon, downplayed his interactions with the "blind cleric" Omar Abdel-Rahman, the late Islamic leader with ties to the terror bombing at the World Trade Center in 1993. Hamawy did not respond to a separate report indicating he had volunteered with a Chicago-based group in Bosnia that was later discovered to be a front for al-Qaeda and shut down.Andy Ross: https://andyross.com/American Rebel Beer: https://americanrebelbeer.com/ Become a supporter of Tapp into the Truth: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tapp-into-the-truth--556114/supportAimee's Audios Subliminal Acoustic Fingerprinting: https://www.aimeesaudios.com/If recent events have proven anything, you need to be as prepared as possible for when things go sideways. You certainly can't count on the government for help. True liberty requires self-reliance. Let My Patriot Supply help you be prepared. My Patriot Supply: https://www.mypatriotsupply.com/?_ef_transaction_id=&oid=1&affid=84Support American jobs! Get great products! Some are now at wholesale prices. Go to My Pillow and use promo code TAPP to save! https://www.mypillow.com/tappVisit Patriot Mobile or Call (817) 380-9081 to take advantage of a FREE Month of service when you switch using promo code TAPP! https://patriotmobile.com/tappChuck Norris is no longer with us, but you can honor the man he was and be as active and healthy as he was until his passing. How? By adding Morning Kick to your daily routine. Morning Kick is a revolutionary new daily drink that combines ultra-potent greens like spirulina and kale with probiotics, prebiotics, collagen, and even ashwagandha. Plus, every purchase is backed by a 90-day money-back guarantee: https://chuckdefense.com/tapp"Remember Pop Rocks? Now, imagine they gave you superpowers."Please let me introduce you to Energy Rocks! Born from the grit and ambition of a competitive athlete who wanted a better, cleaner way to fuel the body and mind, without the hassle of mixing powders, messy bottles, or caffeine crashes. Energy Rocks is a reimagining of energy into something fun, functional, and fantastically effective. A delicious popping candy energy supplement that delivers a rapid boost of clean energy and focus — anytime, anywhere. No water. No mixing. No bulky bottles. Just open, pop it in your mouth, and get ready to rock. Making any time the right time to "Get in the Zone, One Pop at a Time." https://energyrocks.store/products/cherry-berry?sca_ref=8856032.9eONVDNSeb4ez73FFollow Tapp into the Truth on Locals Follow Tapp into the Truth on SubstackHero SoapBlue CoolersKoa CoffeeBrainMDDiamond CBDSauce Bae2nd SkullEinstokBeanstoxBelle IsleHoneyFund"Homegrown" Boone's BourbonBlackout Coffee Co.Full Circle Brewing Co.Pasmosa Sangria  

New legal claims filed by veteran Black Seattle police officers Michael Griffin and Corey Foy are raising renewed questions about workplace culture, accountability, and racial discrimination within the Seattle Police Department. Filed in King County Superior Court by Attorney James Bible, these claims detail allegations of years of racial harassment, unequal treatment, retaliation, and hostile workplace conditions. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

The Washington state Supreme Court has ruled against a conservative-backed challenge to the income tax, Washington State hit its all-time high in gas prices again Monday, and Seattle Police are looking for information regarding a fully submerged Toyota in Lake Washington. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another lawsuit has been filed against Washington’s income tax. Bob Ferguson thinks they will prevail in court. Seattle Police say that the booking denials are straining their resources. A man survived being shot in the head during a drive by shooting in Seattle’s Belltown neighborhood. // Was Trump to hasty to try and broker peace with Iran? Former VP Mike Pence is applauding Trump’s action in Iran. // A Canadian Member of Parliament has an insane new acronym for gender identities.

In Studio Guest - Attorney Sumeer Singla // Seattle police class action lawsuit proceeds, alleging years of poisoning at precinct // First Lady Milania Trump holds White House Press Conference on Epstein Ties // She makes demonstrably false claims // You’ve heard of LGBTQ+... But have you heard of MMIWG2SLGBTQQIA+?

What’s Trending: More updates on the ceasefire with Iran. Seattle officers are suing the city for carbon monoxide poisoning in one of their precincts. Trump terminates transgender school civil rights settlements, including Washington’s Fife School District. // LongForm: GUEST: We Heart Seattle founder Andrea Suarez on a problematic homeless encampment that has popped up again. // Quick Hit: James Carville has a bad hot take on Democrats’ polling.  

05:08 Exonerations equal big cash for Chicago lawyers 19:39 Appeals court rules 'Alligator Alcatraz' can stay open 27:26 Woman with knife fatally shot after rushing toward officers with a knife 34:41 Stabbing suspect ambushing victim ends up getting shot 40:27 City sues Glock over 'illegal' switch devices 45:55 Judge ends Federal oversight of Seattle Police department LEO Round Table (law enforcement talk show) Season 10, Episode 179rr / S11E057 (2,519) filmed on 09/05/2025 1. https://www.city-journal.org/article/chicago-exonerations-criminal-justice?skip=12. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/alligator-alcatraz-appeals-court-florida-trump-administration/3. https://rumble.com/v6yi1qg-njag-released-bodycam-from-a-deadly-police-shooting-involving-a-person-in-a.html?e9s=src_v1_upp_a4. https://rumble.com/v6yhzw0-suffolk-police-officers-fatally-shoots-stabbing-suspect-when-he-tried-to-st.html?e9s=src_v1_upp_a5. https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/seattle-sues-glock-over-switches6. https://www.fox13seattle.com/news/seattle-police-consent-decree-endsShow Panelists and Personalities: Chip DeBlock (Host and retired police detective) Mark Crider (Sheriff - Walla Walla County in WA) Anthony Bandiero (retired sergeant and Senior Legal Instructor for Blue to Gold LE Training) Sponsors:Galls - Proud to serve America's public safety professionalshttps://www.galls.com/leoUse 15% OFF Code: RADIO15Compliant Technologies - Cutting-edge non-lethal tools to empower and protect those who servehttps://www.complianttechnologies.net/The International Firearm Specialist Academy - The New Standard for Firearm Knowledgehttps://www.gunlearn.com/MyMedicare.live - save money in Medicare insurance options from the expertshttp://www.mymedicare.live/Related Events, Organizations and Books:Force Science Training and Conference Information:Get Ready—Early Registration for Force Science 2026 Conference​September 22 - 24, 2026 Austin Metro, TXSave $100!Use Code: earlybird26Also,Connect with Von Kliem on LinkedIn:linkedin.com/in/vonkliemconsultingAsk for the discount code for 15% off online FS courses which can be found at:https://www.forcescience.com/online-courses/Retired DEA Agent Robert Mazur's works:Interview of Bryan Cranston about him playing Agent Robert Mazur in THE INFILTRATOR filmhttps://vimeo.com/channels/1021727Trailer for the new book, THE BETRAYALhttps://www.robertmazur.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/The-Betrayal-trailer-reMix2.mp4Everything on Robert Mazurhttps://www.robertmazur.com/The Wounded Blue - Lt. Randy Sutton's charityhttps://thewoundedblue.org/Rescuing 911: The Fight For America's Safety - by Lt. Randy Sutton (Pre-Order)https://rescuing911.org/Books by panelist and retired Lt. Randy Sutton:https://www.amazon.com/Randy-Sutton/e/B001IR1MQU%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_shareThey're Lying: The Media, The Left, and The Death of George Floyd - by Liz Collin (Lt. Bob Kroll's wife)https://thelieexposed.com/Lt. Col. Dave Grossman - Books, Newsletter, Presentations, Shop, Sheepdogshttps://grossmanontruth.com/Sheriff David Clarke - Videos, Commentary, Podcast, Shop, Newsletterhttps://americassheriff.com/Content Partners:Red Voice Media - Real News, Real Reportinghttps://www.redvoicemedia.com/shows/leo/ThisIsButter - One of the BEST law enforcement video channelshttps://rumble.com/user/ThisIsButterThe Free Press - LEO Round Table is in their Cops and Crimes section 5 days a weekhttps://www.tampafp.com/https://www.tampafp.com/category/cops-and-crime/Video Show Schedule On All Outlets:http://leoroundtable.com/home/syndication/Syndicated Radio Schedule:http://leoroundtable.com/radio/syndicated-radio-stations/

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss Mayor Katie Wilson's first State of the City address, including her evolving position on surveillance cameras and homelessness response, a City Council plan to block ICE from building new jails in Seattle, and new concerns about the Seattle Police Department after a "sentinel report" regarding its response to a rally and counterprotest at Cal Anderson Park. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

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It’s been a busy year for the Seattle Police Department. A new chief was sworn in, the longstanding federal consent decree ended and the city reached a new contract with the Seattle Police Officers Guild that changes how it can approach unarmed crisis response. Plus, a new mayor will take office in January. Mayor-elect Katie Wilson announced this week that she planned to retain Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes, despite some rumors to the contrary. Soundside's Libby Denkmann talked with Barnes on the morning of Thursday, December 11th, about the incoming administration, the recent policing shooting in Othello, and more. Note: Starting at 7:45 in the interview, Barnes cites several statistics about a drop in crime. We asked SPD for more information about the decreased crime percentages, and they said Barnes is referencing the first 11 months of 2025 compared to 2024. But in reference to homicides, the information SPD gave us cites 2019 as the last comparable year, and the reduction is actually 36 percent, instead of 35 percent, as Barnes states. GuestSeattle Police Chief Shon Barnes Related Links Seattle City Council approves new police contract, boosting pay and expanding crisis response -KUOWSeattle police video shows officers fatally shooting allegedly armed man - The Seattle Times Seattle City Council Approves Police Contract as South End Mourns Killing in Othello - South Seattle EmeraldThank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WA recommends Hep-B vaccine for newborns despite CDC panel guidance, Seattle Police launch DUI emphasis patrols, and coyote sightings are on the rise in Seattle. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5pm: Protesters condemn Seattle police for 'reckless' fatal shooting near light rail stop // Columbia Sportswear CEO offers his company to anyone who can prove the Earth is flat // Letters

4pm: In Studio Guest – Seattle Police Officers Guild President Mike Solan // Mike Solan is 25 year veteran of the Seattle Police Department, the president of the Seattle Police Officers Guild and the United Coalition of Public Safety. // He’s a national public safety expert and the host of Hold the Line with Mike Solan, which is available everywhere podcasts are streamed. // SPD nearing 150 officers hired this year as new ad campaign targets recruits // Trump Roundup // Trump says it’s ‘pretty clear’ he’s not allowed to run for a third term // Trump uses fake Indian accent to impersonate India’s leader in rambling speech to Korean delegation // Truth Social to launch prediction and betting marketplace // The National Consensus for a President’s Day Weekend Super Bowl

Some rare good news out of Seattle as the city has agreed to a favorable new contract for police officers. New York mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa quit his radio job live on air after getting into a heated exchange with another host at his station. A new study found that the school closures during COVID will be devastating to the U.S. economy. // Big Local: Tacoma is expanding its camping ban. Everett is considering its ‘no sit, no lie’ law and might add a new drug ban area. A Kent couple was soliciting stolen alcohol to help their business. // You Pick the Topic: A new study found that the number of young adults identifying as trans has plummeted over the last two years.

Today, we heard an announcement of a proposed Seattle Police union deal that could open the door to expanded use of police alternatives. There’s also been some positive news on the city budget – to the tune of about $14 million in unexpected revenue on the horizon. And the City Council recently approved a sales tax increase to fund public safety priorities. Lots of City Hall business to review with Seattle Times reporter David Kroman — and we also talk elections. Guest David Kroman, reporter, The Seattle Times Related Links Election 2025: Mayor Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson debate Seattle council approves sales tax increase for public safety Seattle officers ‘undermining’ city’s police alternative, report says Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes. Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rep. Adam Smith calls the U.S. ‘the most extreme government in the world’ in a stunningly ignorant claim. A local pilot used his plane to create a trident in the sky right before the Mariners landed on a returning flight. Seattle Police will have a heavier presence near the stadiums for Mariners games. // Big Local: Issaquah police are allowed to wear Mariners gear while on duty during the playoffs. Milton is installing speed cameras. Tacoma is considering expanding its public camping ban. // You Pick the Topic: A new fad has adults participating in childish activities.

URSULA'S TOP STORIES // ICE is recruiting Seattle police // WOULD YOU RATHER?

Seattle police will soon have more eyes on the city than ever. The city council approved a plan to increase the number of cameras in the city’s CCTV and Real Time Crime Center network. The move is supposed to help curb crime. But it’s also raised concerns about privacy and data security. We'll talk about what the expansion means for public safety and privacy. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the last 13 years, the Seattle Police Department has answered directly to the federal government. But last week the consent decree ended. KUOW’s Amy Radil talks about why the decree happened, why it lasted so long and what might be next for police accountability in Seattle. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest - Bob Scales - CEO of Police Strategies, LLC // Seattle Police consent decree ends after 13 years of federal oversight // The Supreme Court has expanded Trump’s power. He’s seeking much more. // Trump Tariff Case Ups Ante at Supreme Court // Department of Agriculture uses AC/DC song to safeguard cattle

GUEST - BOB SCALES - CEO OF POLICE STRATEGIES, LCC // Seattle Police consent decree ends after 13 years of federal oversight // THIS DAY IN HISTORY // 1939 - Britain and France declare war on Germany // Waymo cars arrive in Seattle soon, but don’t expect to ride one yet

WA forms West Coast alliance to protect vaccine access, Seattle Police released from federal oversight, and Waymo's robotaxis are coming to Seattle. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom… After years of legal battles, the city of Seattle has disclosed the names of all of the Seattle Police officers who attended President Trump’s rally on January 6th, 2021. It’s been almost a year since the statue Sadako and the Thousand Cranes was stolen from a park in the University District. The city has seen an uptick in other public art being tampered with. And T-Mobile Park has a new plaque - one that honors Ichiro Suzuki, and retires his number #51… We’ll hear from people who attended his jersey retirement game on why he means so much to Seattle. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For years, Seattle residents have known that several city police officers attended the ‘Stop the Steal’ rally in Washington D.C. on January 6th, 2021. But the names of most of those police officers were unknown until recently. After a lengthy court fight, the city in late July disclosed the identities of all the officers who attended the rally. The city also released records from an investigation of the officers' role in the rally. KUOW reporter Amy Radil combed through those records and joins us to talk about what she found. Links Seattle police at Jan. 6 Trump rally told investigators they witnessed no violence, records show - KUOW Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

World's first nuclear fusion plant breaks ground in WA, fighting climate change could get more difficult under Trump proposal, and Seattle Police crack down on an Aurora Ave motel. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eric Thompson on the prevalence of "ghost job" listings and his push to draft legislation to crack down on them // Linda Gradstein in Jerusalem with an update on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza and Israeli reaction // Rob McKenna on the latest push from the Trump administration to end birthright citizenship in the US // Tracy Wholf on the changes coming to how the EPA looks at carbon emissions // Alicia Nieves on the Federal Reserve meeting to decide whether to lower interest rates // Gee Scott on the big recruiting boost to Seattle Police

GUEST: Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes // Reax to SPD Chief interview // SCENARIOS!

Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes made a powerful statement during his City Council confirmation hearing, declaring he may end up in jail under a future Trump administration for defending the constitutional rights of Seattle residents.From refusing to cooperate with ICE to standing against federal overreach, Barnes is taking a firm stance on immigration, protest rights, and sanctuary city policies. His remarks come amid growing tensions between local and federal governments, especially after federal troops were deployed to Los Angeles in response to protests.

‘Heavy law enforcement presence’: Search for Travis Decker closes in on specific locations // Seattle police chief expects to be jailed under Trump administration // FATHER’S DAY IS SUNDAY - THE LEGEND OF JOHN’S FATHER // LETTERS   

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the local races to watch now that the candidate filing deadline has passed, a new hi-tech tool for Seattle police, a debate over siting electronic kiosks in the city, a hi-tech homelessness solution, and a new legal complaint from a elected municipal court judge. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Seattle Police break up 100+ person street racing even // It's a "go" for speed limiters // Road rage // BREAKING: Portland Trailblazers up for sale // SCENARIOS!

5pm: Seattle police chief apologizes for nude-beach response at Denny Blaine // Ex-Seattle officials say OIG botched Chief Diaz, Jamie Tompkins affair probe // Know - it - All Quiz // Letters 

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss a plan to change the Seattle City Council's requirement that members recuse themselves if they have a financial interest, the passage of new automated traffic camera legislation, a connection between Mayor Bruce Harrell and organized labor, a "new" drug court plan, and a lawsuit from the Seattle Police Department's rank and file officers union... filed against the SPD. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

3pm: Ex-Seattle police chief of staff says she endured pervasive harassment // ‘Violated, degraded, dehumanized’: Jamie Tompkins demands $3M // Harrell’s Awkward Press Conference // Inslee Flustered by Rights of Way Initiative question in 2023 // Guest Cliff Mass // Why The "Emergency Drought" is No Emergency // Who’s Afraid of Gen Z’s Squeaky-Clean, Backflipping Bro?

Democrats are trying to make it even more expensive to live in Washington. UW and Gonzaga students had their visas revoked (likely for antisemitic activism on campus). Microsoft also fired multiple employees that protested at the company’s 50th anniversary meeting. Seattle Police has listed a problematic hookah lounge in Rainier Beach as a “chronic nuisance.” // Big Local: An axe-wielding man was arrested in Bremerton. An 82-year-old woman in Thurston County has gone missing. The 11-year-old that allegedly attempted to stab another child at Alderwood Middle School was turned in by their parent. // You Pick the Topic: Two trans females ending up squaring off in a pool competition after they beat all of the women.

FMR Seattle Police Chiefs Norm StamperNorm Stamper was a cop for 34 years and spent six of them as Seattle's police chief. Stamper resigned over his handling of the 1999 World Trade Organization protests — after he authorized the use of tear gas. Stamper has been a vocal advocate of police reform ever sinceBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-opperman-report--1198501/support.

A loving wife and mother is killed in broad daylight one morning in her home, and then her murder is driven from the spotlight by an even more bizarre killing. Will justice ever come for either victim? The Seattle Police Department said they continue to investigate Donna's murder. They ask that anyone who has information contact the Seattle Police tip line at 206-233-5000. That's 206-233-5000. Listen Ad Free And Get Access to Exclusive Journal Entries Episodes: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4HEzJSwElA7MkbYYie9Jin Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/themurderdiariespod Apple: Hit subscribe/ 1 week free trail available Sponsorship Links: Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period and take your retail business to the next level today! https://shopify.com/murderdiaries For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/DIARIES to start your subscription. You can also use promo code: DIARIES at checkout! Resources: https://themurderdiariespodcast.com/episodes Music Used: Walking with the Dead by Maia Wynne Link: https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Maiah_Wynne/Live_at_KBOO_for_A_Popcalypse_11012017 License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/ Glitter Blast by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/4707-glitter-blast License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Imagefilm 018 by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/315-imagefilm-018 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Our Links: Link Hub: https://msha.ke/themurderdiaries Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themurderdiariespod/ Edited by: https://www.landispodcastediting.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Seattle Times sues Seattle police, alleging public records violations // Harrell says More officers Joining SPD than leaving for the first time since 2019 // Sheriff Keith Swank vows to clean up streets, tackle violent crime with new strategies // Canadian lawmaker offers to take Washington, Oregon, California as new provinces // Canada Suddenly Has No Leader, and No Plan, for a Trump Trade Fight // The Populist Vying to Lead Canada and End a Decade of Liberalism // His Legendary Apple Eating Interview // He responds to “51st state” conversation on X.

Rantz Exclusive: Year-end Seattle Police staffing is dire, but union warns of new looming crisis. Pro-trans activists outside the Supreme Court are trying to make the case that transgender surgeries are vital medical treatment. // Jason did something heroic for a fellow coworker today. Pete Hegseth continues to battle attacks coming from the media in his bid for Secretary of Defense. // GUEST: Will Cain weighs in on the smears against Pete Hegseth, plus has an announcement!