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Seattle Local — Week of 2026-06-06 to 2026-06-12#

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The 2026 FIFA World Cup has officially kicked off in Seattle, bringing an estimated 750,000 visitors to the city alongside expansive transit and security operations. Mayor Katie Wilson’s decision to activate more than 20 surveillance cameras in the Stadium District due to a “credible threat” drew pushback from City Council members, who questioned the privacy implications of the unprecedented $32 million security effort.

2026-06-08

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Seattle Local — 2026-06-08#

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With the first FIFA World Cup 2026 match in Seattle just one week away, Mayor Katie Wilson has reactivated CCTV cameras around the Stadium District, citing a “credible threat.” The controversial decision is part of an unprecedented $32 million multi-agency security effort to protect the 750,000 fans expected to visit the city for the international tournament.