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Seattle biotech targeting migraines launches out of stealth with $46 million

The company, which works out of a space in Eastlake, is developing migraine treatments injected beneath the skin.

James Beard nominee opens Middle Eastern cocktail bar in Seattle

After months of delays, Ahmed Suliman's new Shib Shib cocktail bar opened in time to greet World Cup crowds in Seattle.

Stay out of the water in South Alki: Sewer overflow in Constellation Park area

Just in, word of a different water problem. The King County Wastewater Treatment Division is reporting a sewer overflow. at Constellation Park: King County Wastewater Treatment Division crews are responding to a brief sewer overflow at the 63rd Avenue Pump Station, located near Constellation Park in the 3500 block of Beach Drive SW in West […]

Seattle metro sheds construction jobs as data center boom bypasses region

Seattle ranked near the bottom nationally for construction job growth over the last year as data center projects drive spending elsewhere.

Brown water in Admiral area

We’ve received multiple brown-water reports from the Admiral area. One person says it’s apparently because of Seattle Fire hydrant testing in the area, which is a common cause, but it’s not the only possibility, so if it happens to you, please call the Seattle Public Utilities round-the-clock number at 206-386-1800. Discolored water is usually the […]

About the Army helicopters over north West Seattle

Thanks for the tips and texted photo. The helicopters that were flying over northwest West Seattle are US Army helicopters, flying out of, and returning to, Joint Base Lewis-McChord in the South Sound. They’re often seen up here on training flights. Some wondered if it might be World Cup flyover practice, with the match two […]

Business Journal recognizes 16 Healthcare Heroes for 2026

The 2026 honorees work across an array of health care systems, managing everything from community health outreach to supply chain operations, nursing and palliative care.

Calling All Seattle Residents!

Uplift Northwest, a nonprofit organization, provides comprehensive employment and job-readiness services to individuals experiencing poverty and homelessness. The initiative offers dignified work, training, transportation, and housing assistance, aiming to remove systemic barriers to employment and foster lasting stability and opportunity.

As Seattle Welcomes The World, Black Business Must Be Part Of The Story

The Black Eco Chamber (BECO) has forged a partnership with the SeattleLinked Foundation to elevate the visibility and economic participation of Black entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, and business owners. This initiative aims to ensure that Black-owned businesses and cultural experiences are prominently featured in Seattle's narrative as the city prepares for World Cup 2026 and beyond, addressing historical oversights in economic development and cultural representation.

Freedom In The Shadows: The Untold Story Of Juneteenth’s Survival

Juneteenth, now recognized as a federal holiday, commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. While observed quietly for generations, the day is currently marked by widespread public events, including festivals, educational programs, parades, concerts, and community gatherings nationwide.

And The Truth Shall Set You Free

Juneteenth, a federal holiday embodying freedom and truth, faces increasing threats as Black history is targeted for suppression. Amid this climate, BlackPast.org, the world’s largest online encyclopedia dedicated to African American and global Black history, actively works to preserve and defend these narratives against censorship and misinformation.