Bellevue College considers closing award-winning jazz program
A popular jazz festival and program are at risk as Bellevue College considers closing 12 academic departments, including the music department, amidst budget constraints.
UW Floodgates Are Open: Diallo Latest to Declare Portal Intentions
The sophomore is the third Husky guard to take this route.
Zoom Quietly Bulks Up Bellevue Beachhead At Symetra Center
Zoom has quietly grown its downtown Bellevue footprint again, locking in roughly 12,000 more square feet at the Symetra Center, a move that amounts to about another half floor in the 25-story tower. The expansion lands as landlords of renovated, move-in ready buildings in Bellevue’s central business district report...
A MUST-TRY Classic Breakfast Experience You Can’t Miss in Redmond, WA
Village Square Cafe is the kind of Redmond breakfast spot locals recommend without hesitation. The plates are generous, the coffee keeps coming, and the staff treats regulars like family. You hear kids chatting about soccer, friends planning hikes, and remote workers easing into the day over omelets. It feels like...
‘$325 for what?’: Jake, Spike question Bumbershoot’s value with unfamiliar artists
Bumbershoot, one of Seattle’s longest-running festivals, just announced its 2026 lineup — and the release has been met with strong criticism due to the unfamiliarity of some of the artists. Jake Skorheim and Spike O’Neill, co-hosts of “The Jake and Spike Show” on KIRO Newsradio, questioned the high...
🐶 Playful Puppies and a Gentle Adult Dog Ready for Adoption in Bellevue
Looking for a loyal friend to brighten your days? Seattle Humane in Bellevue has several adorable dogs waiting to meet their forever families — from cuddly puppies to a calm adult companion.
Seattle Native Kyla Marks Becomes First Miss Meharry From Washington State
Seattle native Kyla Marks, a fourth-year dental student at Meharry Medical College, has been crowned Miss Meharry, becoming the first student from Washington state to earn the title. This historic achievement reflects her journey rooted in resilience, representation, and a deep commitment to serving underserved...
West Seattle arrest ends near-decade search for WA’s ‘Most Wanted’ fugitive
A suspect on Washington’s Most Wanted list from nearly a decade ago was finally taken into custody after evading arrest for years. Jerry Denson, 36, was arrested in West Seattle on April 2, according to the Washington State Patrol (WSP). On March 17, 2017, more than nine years ago, Denson allegedly drove under the...
One of Seattle’s Most-Hyped Pizza Spots Is Making a Comeback
Blotto is coming back to Seattle—but under a new name. The pizzeria, which opened in 2021 to long lines and strong acclaim, closed less than three years later when its lease expired and the building was set to be sold. Now, the team behind it is planning a return as Starla’s.
WA troopers arrest two after 130 mph pursuit on I-5 from Federal Way to...
KING COUNTY, Wash. - Two people are in custody after a high-speed pursuit that began in King County and ended in Lakewood, according to the Washington State Patrol. Trooper Kameron Watts said the incident started when a King County trooper observed a BMW traveling southbound on Interstate 5 in the Federal Way area.
