Seattle Seeks New Police Chief | Seattle News

Seattle News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Seattle’s on the hunt for a new police chief — and they’re looking beyond city limits. After former Chief Shon Barnes stepped down amid controversy over the handling of a deadly festival shooting and communication breakdowns with City Hall, Mayor Katie Wilson has tapped interim leader Andre Sayles to keep things running. The search is now focused on finding a visionary who can rebuild trust, lead from the frontlines, and make policing in Seattle not just effective — but equitable and community-centered. With job postings out this month and public input sessions through October, the city aims…