Seattle Mayor Pushes Carry Ban for Everyone in Light of Gun Crime
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson (D) is pushing for a “sensitive places” ban on concealed carry in certain parts of her city in response to the criminal use of guns in the commission of crime. KOMO News reported that Wilson wants to work with the state’s legislators for more...
Twice a Year, 2,000 Sheep Shut Down Blewett Pass — And It’s the Best...
Twice a year on US 97 near Liberty Road, traffic stops for about half an hour so Mark Martinez can move his 2,000 sheep across Blewett Pass.
Seven Washington Bakeries Twist Fresh Soft Pretzels You’ll Smell From The Sidewalk
Washington has a serious soft pretzel scene, and once you know where to look, it is hard to drive past without stopping. From the German charm of Leavenworth to neighborhood bake shops in Seattle, these seven bakeries twist their dough by hand and turn out pretzels with that classic golden crust and chewy middle.
Kemper Development Picks Broker to Lead Sale of Downtown Bellevue’s Bellevue Collection
Kemper Development Company has chosen a broker for the sale it set in motion last month. The company said Monday that Eastdil Secured Savills, a global real estate investment bank, will advise the Freeman family on the next stage of the process, which the family announced on Aug. 28 when it said it was exploring a sale
Whisky tasing at Seattle’s Copperworks Distilling
A local whisky distillery is leveling up the personal touch by opening up their doors to teach you about the creating the perfect blend.
Safety improvements are coming to Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood
The City of Seattle is working to make Ballard a safer neighborhood.
Thieves drive stolen minivan into Kent jewelry store, rob it with machetes
KENT, Wash. — The Kent Police Department is investigating after four people drove a minivan into a local jewelry store, smashed up the display cases, and made off with an undisclosed sum's worth of jewelry. Police responded to Taj Jewelers just after 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 12. According to...
House fire off Aurora Ave believed to be intentionally set; potential suspect caught on...
The Seattle Fire Department believes a house fire off Highway 99 in North Seattle may have been intentionally set, and nearby surveillance video may have captured a suspect on tape.
First Costco Discount Warehouse Opens in Seattle
On September 15, 1983, the first Costco discount warehouse opens on 4th Avenue S in Seattle. The warehouse offers food, appliances, clothes, office supplies, and other goods at prices below general retail levels. The company is headquartered in Issaquah. The warehouse concept was pioneered by Price Club in San Diego...
Puget Sound business leaders warn of Washington’s slipping economy
Some of the largest employers in Washington say the warning signs of an economic decline are clear, and are now urging city and county leaders to pivot quickly.
