Seattle Now Monday Evening Headlines
Feb 3, 2026
Coverage of a school shooting and police response in Rainier Beach. Downtown immigration enforcement protests and city reactions. Nurses at a children’s hospital secure a new contract with better pay. Eddie Bauer may face bankruptcy and store closures. Mount Baker road repairs halt skiing. Local sports news and a Groundhog Day weather outlook are also discussed.
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Gun Violence Sparks Urgent Local Concern
- Seattle faced multiple fatal shootings near schools and downtown, highlighting a sharp local spike in gun violence this week.
- Police recovered over 1,500 illegal firearms last year, showing enforcement is active but community solutions are needed.
Police Cite Multi-Pronged Gun Problem
- Seattle Police Chief Sean Barnes said gun violence needs more than police action and noted a recent rise in recovered illegal guns.
- He also highlighted that overall crime fell 18% last year, offering a mixed view of public safety trends.
Mass Protests Over Federal Enforcement
- Thousands protested immigration enforcement downtown and chanted "ICE out now" in response to federal agent shootings in Minneapolis.
- Local businesses joined national actions by donating profits to advocacy groups and supporting shutdowns.