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REVIEW | Where to Eat an Unforgettable Roadside Meal in Rainier Valley

Once visited by the late Anthony Bourdain, Rainier Restaurant has something special for summer weekend diners.

Event Calendar from June 26th Print Issue

ONGOING Trans-America Project – One Wan – July 11-18 in Seattle. Unique cultural project across the U.S., a traveling matcha and Japanese tea experience led by two sisters from Japan. […] The post Event Calendar from June 26th Print Issue first appeared on Seattle’s Japanese Community News – North American Post. The post Event Calendar from June 26th Print Issue appeared first on Seattle’s Japanese Community News – North American Post.

Nickelsville to Open Rainier Valley Tiny House Village After Long Delays

After years of delays and political battles, Nickelsville's Brighton Village will soon welcome its first residents, bringing 14 tiny homes and a self-governed shelter community to Rainier Valley.

2026 Seattle FIFA World Cup™ Schedule and More

2026 Seattle FIFA World Cup™ Schedule and More Know Before You Go In 10 languages: •  Arabic          •  Bosnian    •  Chinese  　 •  Dutch •  […] The post 2026 Seattle FIFA World Cup™ Schedule and More first appeared on Seattle’s Japanese Community News – North American Post. The post 2026 Seattle FIFA World Cup™ Schedule and More appeared first on Seattle’s Japanese Community News – North American Post.

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.

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.

Midweek Roundup: Level Up

Reminders: To ensure there is enough space on trains, bikes and scooters are not allowed on trains on World Cup match days. Local: Further Afield: This is an Open Thread.

Seattle Scores Record Transit Ridership

On Friday, Sound Transit and King County Metro carried over 500,000 passengers on trains, buses, and boats throughout Puget Sound. Both Link and the King County Water Taxi set a new one-day ridership records of 280,000 and 9,483 boardings, respectively. Friday was a busy day in Seattle. Communities around the City hosted Juneteenth celebrations. The … Continue reading "Seattle Scores Record Transit Ridership"

The Best Restaurants in Tacoma

Often thought of as Seattle’s southern little sister, Tacoma has surged in population in the last decade, and Washington State’s third-largest city can definitely hold its own against its siblings when it comes to its food scene. From fried chicken and waffles in Lincoln to luscious bagel sandwiches in Edison City, from Vegas-style fine dining […]

Seattle Hip-Hop Walking Map Charts the Central District's Rap Roots

A new Seattle hip-hop walking map charts early rap roots in the Central District, while raising questions about South End history left off the route.

Golden Gardens Direct shuttle starts Saturday

Leaders from King County and Seattle met at Golden Gardens Park Monday morning to inaugurate a new shuttle service direct to Golden Gardens Park. “Golden Gardens Direct” will provide a direct connection between Market Street in central Ballard to the park on Seaview Ave NW. Buses will run every 30 minutes every day from 11 … Continue reading "Golden Gardens Direct shuttle starts Saturday"