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COLUMN | Seattle Had No Homicides in June. Don't Use It to Justify More Policing.

After Seattle's first homicide-free June in 56 years, Marcus Harrison Green asks who gets credit for safety — and who keeps getting cut.

Zahilay and Wilson Partially Dismantle KCRHA Amid Rising Homelessness

As the region's homeless population increases, Executive Girmay Zahilay and Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson are moving to downsize the troubled King County Regional Homelessness Authority, while pledging continued regional collaboration and tighter oversight of contracts.

REVIEW | In Hillman City, a Menu that Spotlights Northern Mexico Includes a Surprise: Hot Dogs

Court of Appeals Hands Seattle Another Burke-Gilman Missing Link Setback

The ruling is the latest legal hurdle tripping up a proposal to close a 1.4-mile gap in the Burke-Gilman Trail, which a group of Ballard businesses has been fighting since 2008. Delays have heightened scrutiny of state environmental laws more broadly.

COLUMN | Why Was Tyran Stokes Presumed Guilty Over a 5-Second Video?

Glenn Nelson connects an unfounded amateur-standing complaint involving Rainier Beach’s star to the same rush to judgment that surrounded Brandon Roy at Garfield.

Issaquah Councilmembers Push for Bolder Options as Housing Reforms Ramp Up

A bill scaling back building requirements for upper-level "stepbacks" and outdoor balconies was approved last week, but with two dissenting votes. In voting against, Councilmembers Kevin Nichols and Tola Marts cited the need to look at the full range of bold options for potential housing reforms.

Facing an Existential Budget Crisis, an Eastside Enclave Considers Emergency Valve

Clyde Hill voters are set to be asked to approve a 69% city property tax hike this November, to avoid municipal bankruptcy looming as soon as 2030. Without such a move, city officials say, Clyde Hill could cease to exist.

Penalties Loom for Washington if State Doesn’t Improve Food Stamp Error Rates

As Washington works to reduce food stamp payment errors, advocates warn new federal rules could make it harder for thousands to keep benefits.

Washington's 22 most important (non-QB) players for 2026

Who will the Huskies rely on most this year?

Seattle Advances Design for Leary Way Bikeway, While Advocates Push for Shilshole

SDOT recently released 60% designs for a two-way protected bike lane along Leary Way NW and invited feedback in a survey open through July 15. Dan Strauss has touted the connection as a way to finally fill the Missing Link, but not everyone is on board with the idea.

Kayla Floyd Is Ready to Punch Her Ticket to National Boxing Glory

At Reign City Athletics, Kayla Floyd trains for a bigger stage as Seattle's changing neighborhoods test the boxing community that raised her.

Op-Ed: Why Spokane Needs to Keep Its Transit Momentum

Spokane County voters have an opportunity to fund transit service with a 0.2% sales tax renewal on their August 4th ballot. Here's how you can help put the measure over the top.