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SPD May Slow Hiring in 2026 Amid Budget, Training Challenges

Seattle police hiring could slow despite rising officer numbers, as budget pressures and training bottlenecks reshape staffing plans that could affect response across neighborhoods, including the South End.

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Speed camera fines to increase in work zones beginning July 1 | WSDOT

Infraction penalties have risen from $0 to $125; second and subsequent penalties remain at $248.

Overwhelmed? It’s time to focus on just a few | In Focus

The temptation to block everything out is strong. Now’s not the time to bury your head in the sand.

Discounts and a deciduous disaster | The Compleat Home Gardener

Also, tips on gravel gardens for a lower water bill.

COLUMN | In Rainier Beach, Not Every Gunshot Means Danger - But It Feels Like It

Caravan of Care Brings Free Health Services to Goodwill on Dearborn

From dental cleanings to ORCA card help, Evergreen Goodwill's outdoor resource fair on Dearborn aims to meet community needs in one place.

Business Capital For New Entrepreneurs: Funding Strategies And Credit Tips To Help You Grow

New entrepreneurs in Seattle are leveraging a multi-faceted approach to secure business capital, focusing on strategic planning, accessing local grants, establishing banking relationships, utilizing crowdfunding platforms, and engaging with angel investors or venture capital firms.

Do You Think Seattle Is Benefiting From Hosting The World Cup?

Seattle has benefited from the World Cup, with the city looking more vibrant and businesses seeing increased traffic, although some feel the benefits are limited to the downtown area and that the city's image is being affected.

Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month Highlights Need For Support, Connection And Early Intervention

Men's Mental Health Awareness Month highlights the need for support, connection and early intervention to address the stigma, social expectations and lack of access to support that many men face when it comes to mental health.

Hey, Cousin: What I Saw On Juneteenth At Andrew Jackson’s Plantation

On Juneteenth, a significant event unfolded at the Hermitage, President Andrew Jackson's former plantation, marking the first time Black music was celebrated on the historic site. The gathering, attended by descendants of enslaved individuals and a diverse community, served to acknowledge a shared, complex history and emphasize the inherent interconnectedness of all people, transcending racial boundaries.

As World Cup Visitors Arrive In Seattle, Black Businesses See Both Gains And Challenges

Black-owned businesses in Seattle are experiencing both gains and challenges from the influx of World Cup visitors, with some benefiting from increased sales and exposure, while others struggle to access the economic opportunities.