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The Best Burgers in Seattle

Seattle has a lot of amazing burgers, and even more people who have opinions about what is the “best” burger. Burger love is truly a subjective thing, but this roadmap helps sort through some of the best options in the city The list includes basic burgers done brilliantly, but also offers exceptions for variations that […]

Why Chrissy Shimizu Sees the Wing Luke as Key to the CID's Future

New Wing Luke Executive Director Chrissy Shimizu reflects on identity, belonging, and why preserving the Chinatown-International District is inseparable from protecting its culture, businesses, and future generations.

The Golden Road brings ‘Europe ‘72’ back to life at Hidden Hall

On Thursday, July 23, Seattle’s thriving Grateful Dead community will gather at Hidden Hall for a special evening celebrating one of the most beloved live recordings in rock history. The Golden Road returns to Fremont’s newest music venue with a two-set performance dedicated to “Europe ‘72,” the Grateful Dead’s landmark triple live album that remains a touchstone for generations of Deadheads.

OPINION | Coyotes in the 'Hood? Yes, Please

Listen carefully to how people talk about coyotes and you'll hear echoes of language often directed at our marginalized human communities, writes Glenn Nelson.

DOOM LOOP: The Results Are In

The police chief discusses the results of the latest Public Safety Survey with his team.

The Roundup: Meet the Grand Marshal Who's Making History

In this week's edition of The Roundup, Mike Davis talks to De Aunt'e Damper about being the first Seattle Pride Parade Grand Marshal who's a Black man from Seattle.

Seattle Rezones Rainier Beach Site, But Affordable Housing Remains Years Away

Rainier Beach gained new zoning capacity for affordable housing, yet no housing project is currently on the horizon. Here's what's planned for the site now.

Celebrate Pride 2026, South End Style

Looking for Pride plans beyond downtown? Our guide rounds up South Seattle's biggest LBGTQIA+ celebrations, from White Center and Columbia City to Georgetown, Hillman City, and beyond.

Crazy Socialist Mayor of Seattle Says Cars Not Allowed to Drive on ‘Trains-Only’ Train Tracks

As if Seattle’s crazed socialist mayor hadn’t oppressed the city’s car drivers enough already with new bus-only lanes for her Route 8 stretch limo, today Mayor Katie Wilson reminded everyone that “trains-only” train tracks are for trains only, not cars. “I have to admit I thought this was a self-evident, bipartisan issue, but in light […]

King County Transportation District nears finalizing new sales tax

Board members agree cities should receive a portion of the $100 million in expected revenue, but are now debating minimum and maximum amounts.

OPINION | To the Class of 2026: Your Actions Can Help Shape Our Future

World Cup vs. Seattle area traffic | Cartoon by Frank Shiers

This cartoon by Frank Shiers references how road construction will be limited when the World Cup comes to town.