Seattle City Council approves new police contract, boosting pay and expanding crisis response
The Seattle City Council voted 6 to 3 Tuesday to approve a new contract with the Seattle Police Officers Guild, covering 2024 through 2027; the new contract is partially retroactive. Dozens of people gave public testimony opposing the new contract, and the final vote took place over chants of “jail killer cops,” which made it difficult for Council members to hear one another. Council President Sara Nelson then adjourned the meeting to continue remotely. Continue reading at KUOW. (Amy Radill)
Spokane County seeks new drone surveillance program ahead of 2026 FIFA World Cup
The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office hopes new technology will help crack down on dangerous drone use during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and future major events in the region. The new technology would be funded by a $500 million federal grant for FIFA host states, specifically designed to stop threats posed by unauthorized drones. The SCSO has applied for the grant and hopes to receive a minimum of $3.3 million per fiscal year. Continue reading at KXLY. (KXLY)
How Seattle is getting ready to host the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup
With the official schedule for the 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup now set, Seattle-area organizers are in the thick of final preparations for the tournament. Several of Seattle’s parks, Lumen Field, and Sea-Tac Airport are in the middle of renovations in anticipation of the 750,000 fans the city expects. “I think people recognize that this is the biggest event on the planet, that this tournament is larger than it’s ever been with 48 teams,” Jon Scholes, the President and CEO of the Downtown Seattle Association told KUOW. “Sports in Seattle is a great mix.” Continue reading at KUOW. (Juan Pablo Chiquiza)
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