This week in CHS history Queen Sheba fire, DVonne Pickett, Jr. murder, Black Hawk helicopters over Capitol Hill

Seattle's District 3 candidates are surpassing fundraising limits, but their financial totals remain below previous election levels as they approach the November 4 General Election. A recent debate highlighted divergent views on public safety, with one candidate proposing police abolition as a means to enhance community safety. The upcoming mayoral debate on October 21 will be co-hosted by the Capitol Hill Community Council and the First Hill Improvement Association. It is set to begin with a mixer at 5:30 PM, followed by candidate discussions at 6 PM. Candidates Bruce Harrell and Katie Wilson are expected to respond to both panel questions and community inquiries.

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