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Zahilay Rolls Out Updated Transit Plan, as Budget Woes Cloud Metro's Future

The Metro's Next Stop plan rolled out last week by King County Executive Girmay Zahilay eyes a 12% increase in bus service by 2038. But a presentation this week at the county council paints a more dire picture of Metro's financial outlook over the near term.

Join The Urbanist at Our Annual Summer Endorsement Party

Support The Urbanist, connect with endorsed candidates, and celebrate the hard work of the Endorsements Committee as we approach the primary.

COLUMN | Remembering Tyjon Stewart and Tra'Veiah Houfmuse on Graduation Day at Rainier Beach High School

Deadly crash in Fauntleroy

We’re separating this coverage from the morning traffic updates as police are reporting this was fatal: A bicycle rider has died after colliding with a truck at 47th SW and SW Wildwood in Fauntleroy, south of the ferry dock. Updates to come.

As World Cup Kicks Off in Seattle, Beacon Hill Latinos Express Mixed Feelings

For some residents of Beacon Hill, the games are a time to celebrate with family and friends; for others, a time to keep their guard up about possible ICE enforcement.

Lime Readies Fleet for World Cup Ridership Surge

Lime is expecting a ridership surge on its e-bikes and scooters on par with the Super Bowl victory parade during Seattle's FIFA World Cup matches. Staff are gearing up to handle the demand.

TRAFFIC, WEATHER, TRANSIT: First Seattle World Cup matchday, last Monday of school year, heat alert continues

6:00 AM: Good morning! It’s Monday, June 15, 2026. WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET The National Weather Service Heat Advisory alert continues until 5 am Tuesday, after a record high of 89 Sunday. Today’s forecast is for more sunshine and a high in the upper 80s. Sunrise was at 5:11 am (earliest of the year, remaining there […]

WEST SEATTLE COYOTES: Two more sightings

If you’re heading out earlier than usual for a walk or run because of the later heat, be mindful of wildlife! UPHILL FROM BEACH DRIVE: Kris took that photo about 6:45 pm Sunday night, noting, “Coyote sighting. 6000 block of Atlas Place SW [map]. Coyote was not afraid and when confronted trotted into our neighbor’s […]

First Seattle World Cup match Monday: What to know about getting around

After years of planning and anticipation, tomorrow’s the big day – Seattle’s first FIFA World Cup match, Belgium vs. Egypt at noon, with five more matches to follow here over the next three weeks. Whether you’re going to the game or just going to, or near, SODO and/or downtown, the map above shows some key […]

WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: Package thefts; car prowls

Two reader reports in West Seattle Crime Watch, both reminders that opportunistic thieves continue to circulate: PACKAGE THEFTS: Just received from SC: Just wanted to be a good neighbor and alert folks that this morning and (later)today I had Amazon packages stolen from outside my building on Avalon and Andover. CAR PROWLERS: “A neighbor on […]

CONGRATULATIONS! Madison Middle School caps undefeated volleyball season with district championship

Congratulations to another volleyball team that won the district championship this weekend – Madison Middle School! Thanks to team supporter Matthew J. Clark for the photos and report: Congratulations to the Madison Middle School Varsity Girls Volleyball team on winning the SPS District Championship on Saturday against Robert Eagle Staff! The Bulldogs captured the title […]

‘Now we are back’: Duwamish Tribe formally accepts return of the land holding The Heron’s Nest

Story and photos by Torin Record-Sand Reporting for West Seattle Blog Six years after its inception (and nearly five since our first coverage of it), the Heron’s Nest project has seen its culmination in the official return of tts West Seattle site to the Duwamish Tribe. During the Saturday afternoon ceremony and celebration, the official […]