By Elizah Lourdes Rendorio, Journalist Intern, The University of Washington - Seattle’s Mayor-elect Katie Wilson held her first transition meeting team Tuesday, Dec. 9 at El Centro De La Raza. Her 60-member team, which includes a group of student and youth advisors, convened to set the administration's initial agenda and priorities before taking office in January. 

Mayor-elect Katie Wilson recently appeared on “The Big O Show” to discuss her transition into office and her administration's priorities, including homelessness and public safety. Wilson announced for the first time that she will keep Shon Barnes as Seattle Police Chief. "I've had several conversations now with Chief Barnes and I will be retaining him as our police chief,” she said. 

Now five months after returning to office, Councilmember Debora Juarez of District 5 (D5) has hit the ground running. Last month, Juarez  discussed her experience returning to council after a 19-month break. Her comeback signified a new beginning, driven not only by her unwavering commitment to public service but also a refreshed and recalibrated perspective on leadership. 

This morning, Mayor-elect Katie Wilson announced her senior staff team to guide her administration and implement her vision. The senior staff are described as coalition builders, community organizers, and public servants.

Seattle Mayor-Elect Katie Wilson has announced the key personnel who will lead her transition into office. The team is composed of local leaders with experience in government, business, labor, housing, and community development, with the stated goal of preparing the new administration for success upon taking office.

SEATTLE, WA – Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson addressed the public on Thursday afternoon at the Seattle Labor Temple following her narrow win, framing her ascension to the city's highest office as a victory for the thousands of volunteers and working-class residents who powered her grassroots campaign.

Progressive challenger Katie Wilson has significantly extended her lead over incumbent Mayor Harrell today, now ahead by 1,346 votes, a major jump from yesterday's razor-thin 91-vote margin.

While Election Day has passed, the race is far from decided. Fewer than 100 (91) votes currently separate the outcome between incumbent Mayor Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson. As of the latest official updates (November 10, 2025), Wilson holds a slim lead, overturning a significant initial gap, and signaling a tense final stretch as the remaining ballots (Around 6000) are processed.

In a determining moment for the future of the Emerald City, Mayor Bruce Harrell and challenger Katie Wilson squared off in a spirited debate in the Black Media Matters studio last night. Moderated by host and executive producer of Converge Media’s Community Voices, Angela Poe Russell and FOX 13 Seattle’s David Rose, the debate sparked crucial dialogue and opposing strategies on public safety, affordability and housing, public transportation and accessibility, and Seattle’s Black community.

This highly anticipated event will take place on Tuesday, September 23rd, from 7 PM to 8 PM, broadcasting live from Converge Media’s Black Media Matters Studio. The debate will be accessible to a broad audience, airing on FOX13 Seattle and simultaneously across all Converge Media streaming platforms.

SEATTLE - The first round of results from last night's primary election in Seattle has set the stage for a competitive general election in November, with several incumbent politicians facing strong challenges from the left.

Allycea Weil is a gigworker, a filmmaker, a single mom of two teens in Seattle Public Schools (SPS), and a candidate for School Board in District 5. Leading with a community-minded perspective, Weil is pushing hard for affordable housing for families, finding SPS a lasting superintendent, and fighting for educational justice in diverse neighborhoods including Capitol Hill, the Central District, and Chinatown International District. 

In a recent interview on "The Day with Trae," Seattle mayoral candidate Joe Mallahan shared his vision for the city, emphasizing his commitment to community engagement and addressing key issues, including homelessness, public safety, and affordability.

Nine Seattle city council candidates appeared at the Seattle City Council Candidate Forum Monday evening at El Centro De La Raza in Beacon Hill. Organized by the non-profit Washington Civil & Disability Advocate (WACDA), the public forum gave candidates the opportunity to share perspectives and policy on accessible housing, transportation, and Medicaid cuts as they pertain to people with disabilities and their caregivers. 

The application window is officially open for interested candidates residing in District 5 (North Seattle) to apply for the vacant City Council position. This is a crucial opportunity for community members to step up and serve their district.

In a recent interview on "The Day with Trae," Seattle mayoral candidate Ry Armstrong offered a passionate and insightful vision for the city's future, emphasizing a return to community, affordability, and a thriving arts scene. Armstrong's candidacy comes at a pivotal time for Seattle, grappling with issues of housing, rising costs, and a perceived loss of its unique character.

Federal prosecutor and former Assistant Seattle City Attorney Erika Evans officially launched her campaign for Seattle City Attorney in March. Her campaign is a strong opposition against the Republican incumbent Ann Davison, focused on updating public safety measures, instating restorative justice models, and resisting the Trump administration. 

Katie Wilson, a long-time community organizer, has set her sights on the Seattle mayor's office, with a campaign heavily focused on addressing the city's pressing housing crisis. In a recent interview, Wilson outlined her vision, detailing how her years of grassroots activism have shaped her platform and her desire to bring a community-centric approach to city leadership.

Ray A. Rogers, a lifelong South Seattleite and community advocate, officially announced his campaign for the District 9 all-city council position on March 21. After publicly endorsing the current Council President and his longtime mentor Sara Nelson with passion and persuasiveness in 2021, Rogers’ bid to unseat Nelson expands on their shared values with an intensely community-minded approach.  

Mayor Bruce Harrell delivered The State of the City Address at Benaroya Hall accompanied by the Garfield High School Band and Drumline and a traditional lion dance. The speech recapped Seattle’s recent evolution while recognizing the immense amount of work still required to solve pressing issues facing the city.