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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.

Leahy mental competency hearing delayed to June 29; Reps hold tribute to victim Juniper Blessing on House floor

The arraignment and mental competency hearing for 31-year-old Christopher Leahy (initially scheduled June 25, 8:30am) has been delayed to next week according to Douglas Wagoner at the King County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office. Wagoner said Leahy’s competency expert had requested more time to complete her evaluation of the suspect, and that the new hearing will be held on Monday, June 29 at 1:15pm.

Final days to comment on updated Burke-Gilman Missing Link design in Ballard

There are just five days left to provide feedback on the latest Burke-Gilman Trail Missing Link design in Ballard. The project has reached the 60% design stage for the proposed ... Read more

Edible Garden Tour returns to Ballard on June 27

The annual Edible Garden Tour will return to Ballard on Saturday, June 27, offering visitors a chance to explore neighborhood gardens featuring fruits, vegetables, berries, and other edible plants. The ... Read more

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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.

Seattle’s Trans mutual aid network brings a community in crisis together

The Mutual Aid Network for Trans and Intersex Individuals in Seattle (MANTIS) is a political organization that has been making itself more known in the public conscience. In February, it held a rally in Cal Anderson Park, addressing issues affecting the Trans community, mainly the homelessness and refugee crisis. Since then, it has organized a march to City Hall in collaboration with the Gender Equity Movement (GEM) to get Mayor Katie Wilson to declare a state of emergency regarding the Trans refugee crisis

Seattle Dykes on Bikes and raising a Trans daughter: Wen Cruz shares her journey of parenthood and leadership

Go to any Pride or LGBTQIA+-related event around Seattle or the Puget Sound area, and more likely than not you’ll find members of Seattle’s official Dykes on Bikes chapter, including providing logistics and support. The organization has been at the forefront these past few years, from spearheading Seattle’s Dyke March and Pride parade to protecting events, attendees, and businesses, such as drag queen story hour at the Brewhouse Pub in Renton. Wen Cruz, president of Seattle DoB, spoke with the SGN recently

My first Pride experience

My first Seattle Pride experience was the first unofficial parade in 1977. I came out while living on Hood Canal in the mid-1970s. My first boyfriend, who was also a Gay virgin, and I didn’t think there were many other “guys into guys” in our area. One night, his therapist took us on a tour of Gay Seattle. First stop” The Mocambo at Second and Yesler. I was astonished at how many guys were there! In 1975, I applied for a job as a waiter at “The Mo,” and two days later was hired as a bartender. The night bef

Heron Habitat Helpers raises concerns about Terminal One proposal near Ballard Locks

Heron Habitat Helpers (HHH) is urging the City of Seattle to require additional environmental review and protections for a proposed shoreline redevelopment near the Ballard Locks, citing concerns about potential ... Read more

Ballard FC and Salmon Bay FC to host Wednesday doubleheader featuring local artist night

Ballard FC and Salmon Bay FC will host a doubleheader at Interbay Stadium on Wednesday, June 24, with both clubs celebrating local illustrator and designer Victor Meléndez through their annual ... Read more

Rally the streets: Seattle Pride Parade 2026

The Seattle Pride parade is calling on the LGBTQIA+ community to “Rally” on Sunday, June 28, as it once again prepares to take over downtown. Around 300,000 people are expected to line the route along Fourth Avenue (from Union Street to Denny Way) as more than 200 community groups, civic leaders, nonprofits, and businesses congregate in Washington state’s largest Pride march and celebration. The theme for this year’s parade is “Rally,” through which Seattle Pride hopes to raise marginalized voices, honor LG