aThe Weekly Briefing | What’s going on at seattleweekly.com: Residents at Ballard’s Lockhaven Apartment Complex rallied against higher rents and pending evictions. But will the effort help them avoid getting the boot? • Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch pleaded guilty to reckless driving in his DUI case. His lawyer called it a “wet reckless.” That’s so #BeastMode. • Good Jobs Seattle was at it again, picketing local fast-food burger joints as part of their “McPoverty” boycott aimed at bringing a $15/hour minimum wage to Seattle. We’re sure Taco Bell appreciated it. • Finally, Mayor Ed Murray and interim Police Chief Harry Bailey had a really shitty week. Maybe you heard about it . . .
King County felony juvenile diversion program is paused
This decision came after it was revealed that 53.2% of participating juveniles with low-level felonies reoffend within two years.
Free Discover Passes for state parks available at your local library
The Check Out Washington program allows KCLS patrons to get a pass and an adventure pack that includes binoculars, and guidebooks.
King County gun violence keeps on dropping in 2025
Firearm homicides and injuries hit five-year lows through second quarter