Bill Gates Lists Medina Home Next to Xanadu 2.0 Estate for $4.8 Million
Bill Gates, Microsoft cofounder, has listed one of his Medina properties for sale, placing the Lake Washington-area home on the market on February 5, 2026, for $4.8 million. The property, located at 1810 73rd Ave. NE in Medina, sits adjacent to Gates’ primary lakefront estate known as Xanadu 2.0. Property records...
Eastside law enforcement launching task force to combat speeding, street racing
“SLOW DOWN!” is the warning coming from police on the Eastside who are joining forces to crack down on speeding and street racing.
Seattle police search for 4 people seen at Sinking Ship parking garage shooting
The Seattle Police Department is asking for help identifying four people from the night a person was killed inside the Sinking Ship parking garage.
Seattle Police Respond to New Kurt Cobain ‘Homicide’ Report
Seattle's police and medical examiner have responded to a report from a forensic science team suggesting Kurt Cobain's death was a homicide.
Huge Ballard homeless encampment swept by the city
Seattle city crews cleared a large homeless encampment in Ballard after a month-long extension granted by Mayor Katie Wilson.
Microsoft Closes Redmond Visitor Center After 15 Years
Microsoft has permanently closed its Visitor Center in Redmond, ending 15 years of public access to hands-on tech demos and company history exhibits. The post Microsoft Closes Redmond Visitor Center After 15 Years appeared first on WinBuzzer .
Zahilay signs executive order limiting ICE at World Cup in Seattle
King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced steps to limit ICE activity in county facilities and boost funding for immigrant legal and rental aid.
Three dead, two hospitalized after 3-car fiery crash on US 2 near Gold Bar
State Route 2 was blocked in both directions near Gold Bar and Index for several hours following a deadly crash involving three vehicles yesterday.
We Must Pass the Millionaire’s Tax
As the federal government continues to sow chaos and force unprecedented cuts that threaten our communities in need, the work we do at the local level to provide stability and support is more critical than ever. But with limited local revenue tools, our county and city resources are already failing to keep up with...
Developer Plans 8-Story Hyatt House Hotel at Former Eye Clinic of Bellevue Site
A new extended-stay hotel is being planned for the former Eye Clinic of Bellevue property in the city’s Wilburton neighborhood. Seattle-based developer Kauri Investments purchased the property at 1300 116th Ave. NE in July 2024 for $6.75 million. Recent filings with the City of Bellevue indicate the company has...
