SCOTUS lets cities ban homeless encampments, despite no shelter space
The U.S. Supreme Court has empowered cities to ban homeless encampments even if no shelter space is available, and the response in western Washington is mixed.
Burien mayor talks Supreme Court decision
In a 6-3 decision, the high court reversed a ruling by a San Francisco-based appeals court that found outdoor sleeping bans amount to cruel and unusual punishment.
Free summer meal programs available for WA children, teens
With children and teens home for the summer, several districts throughout the region have set up programs to ensure youth can still receive a free meal during the next couple of months.
Mexican man sentenced for WA drug ring involving Aryan prison gang
A former Mexican attorney was sentenced to more than seven years in prison for his role in a drug trafficking ring connected to an Aryan prison gang.
US Supreme Court considers public camping ban
The U.S. Supreme Court is considering a ban on public camping. This comes as the city of Burien, Washington deals with a homelessness crisis. This morning on Good Day Seattle, we sit down with Burien Mayor Kevin Schilling.
Burien Police chief to resign, seek job outside King County
Chief Ted Boe says he is leaving the department in good hands, planning his departure for August 15.
Burien Police Chief to resign, seek job outside of King County
Burien Police Chief Ted Boe is resigning from the department, with his last day being August 15, according to Burien mayor Kevin Schilling.
Thief caught on camera stealing, vandalizing pride flags in Burien
Area surveillance video from concerned neighbors shows at least one individual jumping up and tearing down the flags in and around Burien Town Square.
Thief caught on camera stealing, vandalizing pride flags in Burien
Area surveillance video from concerned neighbors shows at least one individual jumping up and tearing down the flags in and around Burien Town Square.
Investigators seize 74,000 suspected stolen items from WA stores to be sold around the world
Around 74,000 suspected stolen goods were seized from a now closed Burien storefront, an adjacent warehouse and a home in Federal Way.
Burien business accused of being fence for thousands of stolen goods
Around 74,000 suspected stolen goods were seized from a now closed Burien storefront, an adjacent warehouse and a home in Federal Way.
Burien City Council could 'kill' tiny home village project with proposed amendments
Despite available funds and property, zoning regulations have stalled progress on a proposed pallet shelter project in Burien, and could kill it altogether.
Burien City Council could 'kill' tiny home village project
Despite available funds and property, zoning regulations have stalled progress on a proposed pallet shelter project in Burien, and could kill it altogether.
Suspect in SUV damages multiple cars with BB gun in Shorewood
People living in the Shorewood on the Sound neighborhood are raising the alarm after several cars were vandalized by a BB gun on Wednesday.
King County puts up fencing at encampment near courthouse
King County has set up fencing around dozens of tents at 6th Avenue SW and SW 149th Street in Burien.
'Caged in like animals': King County sets up fencing around homeless encampment in Burien
King County has set up fencing around dozens of tents at 6th Avenue SW and SW 149th Street in Burien.
Battle between Burien city manager, police chief could cause cop shortage
The tug-of-war over how to properly police the homeless population in Burien may leave the community with a major police shortage.
Brawl between Burien city leaders may cause police shortage
The tug-of-war over how to properly police the homeless population in Burien may leave the community with a major police shortage.
Zoning issues further delay Burien's tiny home village project
A recent decision by the Burien City Council regarding zoning regulations has sparked controversy over the fate of a proposed tiny home project, aimed at aiding individuals experiencing homelessness.
Zoning issues further delay Burien's tiny home village project
A recent decision by the Burien City Council regarding zoning regulations has sparked controversy over the fate of a proposed tiny home project, aimed at aiding individuals experiencing homelessness.