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EPISODE · Sep 8, 2025 · 14 MIN

For Seattle police, federal oversight is over. What's changed?

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For the last 13 years, the Seattle Police Department has answered directly to the federal government. But last week the consent decree ended. KUOW’s Amy Radil talks about why the decree happened, why it lasted so long and what might be next for police accountability in Seattle. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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For the last 13 years, the Seattle Police Department has answered directly to the federal government. But last week the consent decree ended. KUOW’s Amy Radil talks about why the decree happened, why it lasted so long and what might be next for police accountability in Seattle.

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