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The Urbanist
37 minutes
Bus Network Boost from Wilson's Seattle Transit Measure Comes Into Focus
With a 0.15% sales tax bump, Seattle would be poised to see 100,000 more bus trips per year, boosting popular routes like the D Line and the 36. At a meeting Thursday, councilmembers got a deeper look at possible investments.
Seattle Medium
about 2 hours
Faith Requires Work To Succeed
Donald Trump is accused of prioritizing his own interests, family, and friends over the American people, while spending tax dollars on lavish projects and pardoning criminals, and is urged to be held accountable through voting.
Seattle Transit Blog
about 2 hours
Seattle Transit Measure Renewal 2026
Last week, Mayor Wilson has unveiled her proposal for the next Seattle Transit Measure (STM) that will replace the current measure when it expires in 2027. The STM is an additional tax in Seattle that is used to fund more bus service and various transit programs. Wilson is proposing a 0.3% sales tax for the … Continue reading "Seattle Transit Measure Renewal 2026"
The Urbanist
about 17 hours
Op-Ed: The Case for Shifting to a Land Value Tax
Seattle's property tax system has serious shortcomings, but Aaron Schechter explains how shifting to a land value tax could address them and encourage homebuilding.
The Urbanist
1 day
Op-Ed: Bellevue’s Wilburton Housing Policy Actually Builds Housing
One year in, the Wilburton rezone is becoming a regional model. Thanks to a funded inclusionary zoning program, Wilburton attracted applications for more than 2,300 apartments, more than Seattle logged citywide in 2025.
Seattle Transit Blog
1 day
Sunday Movie: Oldest Trains
Riding the oldest subway cars in the world. They’re 1950s cars in the Buenos Aires Metro on Line B. (Trains are Awesome) Honorable mention to the Muni Metro F Line with a variety of vintage streetcars from the 1950s and earlier. I rode a few early 20th century international ones and found them bumpy, but … Continue reading "Sunday Movie: Oldest Trains"
The Urbanist
2 days
Crosslake Light Rail Pushes Sound Transit to Most-Used Light Rail System in US
With the boost from the expanded 2 Line, Seattle's Link rail system is humming along at 160,000 daily riders, according to new April data. That makes it the busiest light rail system in the U.S.
Westside Seattle
3 days
The Architect of the Superunknown: Kim Thayil chronicles the dissonant legacy of Soundgarden in new memoir
The Architect of the Superunknown: Kim Thayil chronicles the dissonant legacy of Soundgarden in new memoir Off patr Fri, 06/05/2026 - 4:29pm
Seattle Medium
3 days
Seattle Commits To Restoration And Preservation Of Central District Pan-African Crosswalks
The City of Seattle has initiated a restoration project to renew and preserve 11 Pan-African flag crosswalks in the Central District. These landmarks have long served as iconic symbols of Black history, culture, and community presence.
Seattle Medium
3 days
Podcast: Seattle Medium’s Readers’ Choice Awards See Increased Community Engagement
The Seattle Medium's inaugural Best of the Best Northwest Readers' Choice Awards has generated significant community engagement, with nominees and residents actively promoting the campaign. This initiative, established to celebrate impactful businesses, organizations, and leaders, has fostered widespread participation and facilitated the discovery of new regional entities.
Seattle Medium
3 days
Podcast: Washington State Microenterprise Association Strengthens Entrepreneur Network
The Washington State Microenterprise Association (WSMA) addresses critical barriers faced by microenterprises, sole proprietors, and early-stage entrepreneurs in accessing capital and vital resources. The organization strengthens the statewide network supporting small businesses, providing essential training, financing, and business development services. Its flagship initiative, Evergreen BizLink, serves as a free online resource navigator, connecting entrepreneurs with trusted support systems.
The Urbanist
3 days
Op-Ed: It's Time to Reform Sound Transit
Robert Cruickshank explains the ballot initiative he has filed to reform Sound Transit's board governance, arguing the overhaul is needed to ensure ST3 rail expansions are delivered as promised.