2026-04-19

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Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is responding to community concerns regarding massive data centers potentially coming to the city. Wilson stated that no projects have been approved so far, while discussions about a possible moratorium on these developments continue.

2026-04-29

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Gunfire struck a building at the Yesler Community Center on Tuesday evening while Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson was attending an event with children and adults. No injuries were reported, and police are investigating after witnesses stated that three to four suspects fled the scene in a dark-colored sedan.

2026-05-02

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A 16-year-old student, Waleed Emad Essakhi, was charged as an adult with four counts of first-degree assault on Friday following a mass stabbing at Tacoma’s Foss High School. The Thursday afternoon attack injured four students and a security guard, prompting local youth organizations to renew their push for anti-violence programs in schools.

2026-05-15

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The man suspected of fatally stabbing 19-year-old transgender University of Washington student Juniper Blessing in an off-campus apartment laundry room has turned himself in. The 31-year-old suspect faces a first-degree murder charge with bail set at $10 million, providing some relief to a campus community shaken by the violence.

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The University of Washington community is mourning the loss of 19-year-old student Juniper Blessing, who was fatally stabbed in an off-campus laundry room on May 10. Authorities have charged 31-year-old Christopher Leahy with first-degree murder, setting his bail at $10 million as they investigate whether the brutal attack was targeted or connected to other campus-area prowling incidents. A growing campus memorial has been established for Blessing, who friends remembered for her powerful voice and moving presence.