Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson escorted after gunshots heard near news conference

12 articles · Updated · MyNorthwest · Apr 29

Gunfire was reported just after Mayor Wilson announced a free meals proposal for Seattle Public Schools at Yesler Community Center.
Police confirmed 911 calls about shots fired and broken glass around 5 p.m., prompting Wilson’s immediate evacuation from the scene.
Authorities are investigating the incident, and further details are awaited as the situation develops. No injuries have been reported at this time.

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