Seattle Homeowners Could Get a New Way To Block Unwanted Real Estate Solicitations
Councilmember Dionne Foster introduces legislation to create a "Do Not Solicit List" for Seattle homeowners tired of unwanted real estate communications. Seattle homeowners who are tired of repeated calls, texts, and emails from real estate solicitors could soon have a new way to say no. Councilmember Dionne Foster has
15 Classic Diners Across Washington Where Breakfast Is Made the Old-Fashioned Way
Washington State is home to some of the most beloved classic diners in the Pacific Northwest, where breakfast traditions have been kept alive for generations. These establishments serve up more than just eggs and bacon—they offer a genuine taste of history, complete with vintage décor, friendly faces, and recipes passe
Volunteers gather for clean up Seattle’s ‘The Jungle’ homeless encampment
Volunteers from around the Sound spent their holiday cleaning a large homeless encampment in North Beacon Hill, sometimes referred to as the ‘jungle’
Man accused in killing of UW student Juniper Blessing found not competent
In a Seattle courtroom last week a judge issued a determination that has stirred conversation across the Pacific Northwest. The proceedings centered on a man facing charges in the death of a University of Washington student and ended with a finding that he lacks the ability to participate meaningfully in his own defens
Backyard Blowup: Illegal Fireworks Torch Seattle Home, Rattle Neighborhood
A backyard Fourth of July warmup in Seattle went sideways Friday when a stash of large, club-style fireworks set a neighbor's house on fire and sent a wave of 911 calls across the block from people convinced they were hearing gunshots. Seattle Fire Department crews quickly knocked down the blaze, and officials say no o
‘Seattle is a sanctuary drug tourism city’: We Heart Seattle founder reacts to county...
Earlier this week, King County Executive Girmay Zahilay and Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson announced a plan to “reset and stabilize” the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA). The plan prioritizes maintaining services for people experiencing homelessness and launches actions to improve oversight and protect p
Can I bring weed bought in Washington across Canadian border? Know these rules
Tourists from Canada account for the vast majority of international visitors to Bellingham, Seattle and other cities in Washington state. Whatcom County is one of the three busiest land border crossings between the United States and Canada, as the Herald previously reported. Canadians accounted for the largest portion
Road Repairs to Bring Daytime Lane Restrictions Near Duvall
Crews will reduce NE Cherry Valley Road near house number 29106 from Monday, July 6, to Thursday, July 9, 2026, between 7 am and 3 pm each day to complete roadway repairs ahead of paving later this summer. Flaggers will direct two-way traffic through the work zone, and all vehicles...
How Seattle’s Fireworks display comes to life
Fireworks are an essential part of a classic Fourth of July. In Seattle, Dave Fitzgibbon’s team from Western Display Fireworks has been hard at work planning the light show for Seafair on Saturday.
I-5 off-ramps closing during Fourth of July celebrations in Seattle
The Washington State Department of Transportation will close four Interstate 5 off-ramps on Saturday night, July 4, following the City of Seattle’s Fourth of July celebrations.

















