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Mayor Wilson Announces Strengthened Public Safety Communication Practices 

September 2, 2026

SEATTLE — Mayor Katie Wilson today announced strengthened public safety communication practices for both the Mayor’s Office and the Seattle Police Department (SPD). The updated framework reinforces the City’s commitment to transparency, timely information, and clear departmental accountability during a critical transition period within SPD. The practices—some existing, some newly formalized—ensure consistent, coordinated communication… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson Asks City’s Inspector General to Review Public Information Response Following Bite of Seattle Shooting 

August 11, 2026

Mayor Katie Wilson has requested that the Office of Inspector General conduct an independent after-action review of the flow of public information following the July 26 mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle. The review will examine the timeline of public communications following the shooting, identify any delays and their causes, and produce recommendations where warranted to strengthen coordination and protocols… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor’s Statement on 12th & Jackson and North Beacon Hill

June 17, 2026

We’re taking a new approach to 12th & Jackson. Community groups and business owners in the Little Saigon neighborhood have been struggling for years with chronic safety issues near 12th & Jackson and now North Beacon Hill. The community has worked together to do what they can, but city leaders have failed to act with the necessary focus and determination to sustain a meaningful change in everyday conditions. We must disrupt the drug dealing, public disorder, and other illegal activity that has destabilized this community.

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Mayor’s Statement on Recent North Aurora Outreach Efforts

June 16, 2026

This weekend, Seattle Police Department led a coalition of public safety partners and service providers in coordinated outreach efforts focused on survivor support, voluntary service connections, and accountability for those responsible for trafficking and exploitation. The effort followed a commitment by Mayor Wilson, Chief Shon Barnes, City Attorney Erika Evans, and City Council members to address trafficking and exploitation along the North… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson’s Statement on FIFA World Cup Safety

June 5, 2026

Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson released the following statement on FIFA World Cup safety: “Earlier this week, I received an updated briefing from the Seattle Police Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation on the current global and local threat environment. The breadth and depth of intelligence gathering that informed the briefing identified general but… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson and Councilmember Juarez Joint Statement on Aurora Ave N. Safety

May 27, 2026

Today Councilmember Debora Juarez (District 5) and Mayor Katie B. Wilson announced City actions being taken to address ongoing violence along Aurora Ave N. The ongoing work includes close partnerships with City Attorney Erika Evan’s office, Seattle Police Department leadership, the Community Assisted Response & Engagement (CARE) Department, and community organizations.  “Our neighbors should be safe in their homes and on the streets of their communities. It… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson’s Statement Following Gunfire at Yesler Community Center

April 29, 2026

“Shortly following my announcement of new investments in Seattle’s children and families today, we heard gunfire. No one was injured, but it was a stark reminder of a reality too many people in this city live with every day.  We cannot let this become normal. We must invest in opportunity, and we must continue working to keep people safe. Today’s announcement was about making those necessary investments. And in the weeks ahead, I’ll share more about our comprehensive strategy to address gun violence and… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson’s Statement on the Loss of Two Young Lives in Rainier Beach

February 1, 2026

Mayor Wilson released this statement on the recent deaths of two young people in Rainier Beach and last night’s shooting in Pioneer Square: “Last Friday night, two Rainier Beach students were taken from their families far too soon. Their lives mattered. Their futures mattered. And the pain their loved ones… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson announces initial steps to address federal immigration enforcement activities

January 29, 2026

SEATTLE – Mayor Katie B. Wilson today announced an initial set of actions to protect city residents in the face of increased federal immigration enforcement activity. While the City currently has no information indicating a surge of ICE and CBP activity, there has been increased activity over the last year,… [ Keep reading ]

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Mayor Wilson’s Statement on ICE Killing in Minneapolis

January 24, 2026

Mayor Katie B. Wilson released the following statement on the killing of Alex Pretti: “I’m horrified by the news this morning out of Minneapolis. I mourn for the victim, their family and friends, and for all of the families being torn apart every day by immigration agents.   I’m also inspired by the ferocity of the community… [ Keep reading ]

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