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West Seattle is about to get a major poultry boost as two prominent chicken chains, Starbird and Dave’s Hot Chicken, have announced upcoming locations here. Starbird, a San Francisco-based fried chicken chain, is officially expanding into the Pacific Northwest with a new lease in the Whittaker building. Located at...

America's Pacific Northwest isn't just a hot spot for your morning coffee brew. The streets of Seattle are crawling with hidden-in-plain-sight restaurants. Some can't-miss Seattle spots include El Catrin, home to some of Washington's best Mexican food, and a Pike Place sentimental gem, The Pink Door, Washington's...

Winter storms have shifted the shoreline, added tons of logs and damaged marine boundary buoys at Saltwater State Park in Des Moines, prompting Friends of Saltwater State Park to ask visitors across South King County to report missing or damaged buoys while repairs are underway. Because Saltwater State Park is...

Starbird, a California-born fast-casual fried-chicken chain, has officially chosen a spot for its Seattle debut, according to local reporting. The move is the clearest sign yet that the brand and its local franchise partner are starting to nail down storefronts for a planned multineighborhood rollout across...

A King County man is facing a stack of felony charges after prosecutors say he repeatedly hit Ulta Beauty stores around the Seattle area, walking out with thousands of dollars in high-end products. David Joseph Gama has pleaded not guilty and remains in the King County Jail on $50,000 bail.

Authorities say skeletal remains discovered on a Washington State beach nearly two decades ago have been identified as a former mayor from Oregon. In a Tuesday, Jan. 13 news release, the Grays Harbor County Coroner’s Office and the King County Medical Examiner’s Office announced that the remains belong to Clarence...

Volcanoes are among the most powerful forces in nature. While many think of tropical islands or remote mountain ranges when picturing these fiery giants, the United States is home to numerous cities built near dormant volcanoes. These places blend natural beauty with a touch of geological risk, offering residents and...

Washington State is home to some of the most exciting and unforgettable dining experiences in the country. From Seattle’s bustling food scene to hidden gems tucked away along Hood Canal, these restaurants offer more than just a meal—they create memories. Whether you’re craving fresh oysters straight from the...

CBRE facilitated the $8 million sale of 601 Pine St. in downtown Seattle. CBRE’s Dino Christophilis and Daniel Tibeau represented the seller, L&B Realty Advisors, LLP. “L&B Realty Advisors has been proud to steward this asset on behalf of our client for more than two decades,” said Stacie Crown, L&B’s Managing...

At the McDonald's on the corner of Third Avenue and Pine Street in downtown Seattle, the dining room is essentially off-limits. The double doors are covered in plywood, customers stay on the sidewalk, and staff now pass food through a narrow plexiglass slot instead of welcoming people inside. Workers and nearby...