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Retrofit relocation? First Hill tenants push back on seismic work that would ‘evict the whole building’

By Brenna Gauchat Residents from the century-old John Winthrop Apartments on First Hill met last week in the Cal Anderson Shelter House community space to discuss the possibility they might be evicted. Alongside the Puget Sound Tenants Union and residents … Continue reading →

City begins installation of ‘recreation equipment for humans and their four-legged companions’ in Capitol Hill parks

Seattle Parks and Recreation has announced it will begin installing of “recreation equipment for humans and their four-legged companions” at five Capitol Hill parks: ...

A Seahawk and Amazon are building a 7-story affordable apartment building on Capitol Hill

A Capitol Hill development plan on ice since 2021 is ready to break ground as an affordable project backed by a development team that ...

Struggled to afford fertility treatment in Seattle? Share your story

If you’ve struggled to pay for fertility treatments in Seattle or explored alternative means to avoid such costs, we’d like to hear about it.

Council notes: New recycling processing contract for Seattle, Social Housing Developer charter changes

The weekly full meeting of the Seattle City Council includes a vote a new contract for processing Seattle’s 215,000 to 220,000 tons of municipal ...

Your World Cup Survival Guide: Traffic, Transit, Street Closures And Free Events In Seattle

Seattle is preparing for the FIFA World Cup 2026, a major international event. Six matches are scheduled for Lumen Field, prompting city officials to issue guidance for residents. Authorities are encouraging the use of public transit, meticulous planning, and the allocation of additional travel time to mitigate anticipated congestion.

Black-Owned Businesses And Community Organizations Welcome World Cup Fans During Juneteenth Weekend

Seattle's Black community is poised to commemorate Juneteenth with a series of events that integrate the city's role as a host for the United States Men's National Team with cultural and community celebrations. This initiative features a public watch party, a market for Black-owned businesses, and specialized programming at local restaurants and bars, all designed to highlight community contributions and foster economic empowerment.

U.S. Border Patrol involved in shooting near Canadian border

The circumstances of the shooting are not known. Police did not immediately say whether there were any injuries or fatalities.

Dan David Prize awards 9 scholars $300,000 each for research on the human past

Nine scholars from around the world have been awarded $300,000 each to advance their careers.

Mail Clutter? Here’s What To Shred, Save, Or Scan

JPMorgan Chase has announced a $30 billion commitment over five years aimed at addressing the racial wealth divide. Concurrently, the financial institution provides comprehensive guidance on secure financial document management, detailing strategies for identifying documents requiring shredding, long-term retention, or secure digital conversion to enhance personal financial security and organization.

Parents Are On Devices During Meals Even More Than Their Kids. Here’s How To Rethink Family Dinner

A recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics indicates that media consumption is widespread during family meals, with over 75% of parents and nearly 70% of children engaging with devices. This pervasive use is reported to diminish the emotional and psychological benefits inherent in shared mealtimes, impacting valuable parent-child connections.