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A Plea From Me to You

Alright, 12s, you’ve done it! The Seahawks are Super Bowl LX Champions! The confetti has barely settled at Levi’s Stadium, the “Dark Side” defense just finished putting the clamps on the Patriots, and the entire Pacific Northwest is buzzing with a level of excitement usually reserved for… well, for THIS!… [ Keep reading ]

A Million People Downtown? Get ready for Seattle’s Super Bowl Parade.

We aren’t sure if you’ve heard yet, THE SEAHAWKS WON SUPER BOWL LX!!! We all know how the last parade went, when nearly a million 12’s crowded the streets to welcome home their champions. On Wednesday morning, we get the privilege of doing it again – and it’s going to… [ Keep reading ]

A Guide to the Super Sunday Rematch

It’s been a decade since the last Super Sunday for the Seahawks, and with the big game coming up this weekend, we wanted to give people a few reminders on how to celebrate safely. We get it. You want to let your hair down, have a bit too much bean… [ Keep reading ]

DUI Enforcement Effort Keeps Community Safe

Seattle Police Department officers helped keep Seattle’s streets and community members safer last month, thanks to a holiday season DUI enforcement campaign. Their work resulted in 724 motorist contacts, raising awareness about the dangers of driving while impaired. The final tally for the SPD DUI emphasis team’s operation between Dec…. [ Keep reading ]

City and Partners Provide Warmth to Kids for the Holidays

The Seattle Police Department was proud to join forces with the Seattle CARE Department, Accenture, and Operation Warm to bring warmth and hope to students at Rising Star Elementary School. Together, we provided hundreds of brand-new coats for children in grades K-5 because every child deserves something made just for… [ Keep reading ]

 “Atmospheric River” On the Way and We Have Safety Tips

By now, you have probably heard about the heavy winds and rain in the forecast. Just step outside, you’ll feel the gusts. There’s clearly a storm rolling in. To help you best prepare for your afternoon and morning commutes during this major “atmospheric river,” we have a few tips from… [ Keep reading ]

Holiday Shopping Tips From 1950s Seattle

As the holidays approach at a blistering pace we decided to slow down and take a look back to the 50’s for some safety tips. So, grab a hot cocoa, cozy up next to the space heater, and take a brief look back at this Blotter post from November 31st,… [ Keep reading ]

36 Spooky Safety Tips for Halloween

The Seattle Police Department wishes Seattle residents a Happy Halloween and offers these safety tips as little ghouls and goblins prepare to roam from home to home. The weather is going to be rainy and dark, perfect weather for a haunting, but terrible for the little monsters to be easily… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Police Department Honors Courageous Youth as “Chief for a Day”   

The Seattle Police Department is not only focused on keeping Seattle community members safe, but we are also carrying out Chief Barnes’ vision of partnering with residents and local organizations to build long-lasting relationships. SPD is honored to recognize 11-year-old Inomar “Ino” Reyes Jr., as our “Chief for a Day”, a title he… [ Keep reading ]

Savvy Seniors Step Up Their Safety Game with SPD’s Guidance 

A group of about 20 senior citizens recently gathered to hear from two Seattle Police Department employees — SPD Officer Lauren Balter and Community Service Officer Katelyn Yep — about how to avoid being victims of crime and ways to stay safe when out in public. The atmosphere brimmed with laughter, smart questions, and… [ Keep reading ]