Seattle’s $1.55B transportation levy falling short on sidewalks and repairs
(The Center Square) – One year into Seattle’s $1.55 billion transportation levy, the Seattle Department of Transportation has fallen short of multiple 2025 performance targets, with officials now pinning their hopes on a yet-to-be-seated funding task force to get things back on track. The eight-year Levy to Move...
Community Questions Firm Named As “Apparent Successful Bidder” For Washington State Reparations Study
“I have a problem with the firm because people within it are not from Seattle or this state... This work needs expertise in government policy, local history and community engagement to connect with those impacted the most.” — Eddie Rye. A state‑funded study on reparations for the descendants...
88-year-old Seattle woman recounts having finger bitten off during brutal robbery attack
SEATTLE — For the first time, an 88-year-old Seattle woman is speaking out about a brutal attack and robbery at her home in Rainier Beach in which the suspect bit off her right index finger to steal her jewelry. Emma Cotton told KOMO News she was working on her...
Public Shaming: A Humorous Look at Hmart’s Approach to Shoplifting
In an amusing incident reminiscent of a scene from the popular TV show, "The Office," the Redmond H Mart has found a unique way to deal with shoplifters. The store has taken to publicly shaming thieves by posting their pictures with captions, a practice that has sparked a lively discussion on social media.
Does Seattle’s Rising Minimum Wage Affect Your Tipping Habits?
Before relocating to Seattle, the author worked in the service industry in various states. In 2010, in one of these states, the author earned less than $2.50 per hour, relying heavily on tips for income. The cost of living was significantly lower than in Seattle, but it was still challenging to make ends meet. The...
New details on Seattle hookah lounge shooting death emerge amid safety compliance issues
New information surfaced during testimony before a hearing examiner about a deadly shooting inside a Seattle hookah lounge that has been cited for a string of violations. On Monday, a gunman fired through the open doorway of Evangadi Hookah Lounge on Rainier Avenue S around 8 a.m., hitting one man in the back and...
WA Bank Robbery Suspect Caught After Leaving ID Behind…Oooops!
A brazen bank robbery in Lacey took a wild turn when the suspect’s getaway plan fell apart spectacularly.
Seattle mayor-elect Katie Wilson announces senior staff team
Seattle Mayor-elect Katie Wilson announced her senior staff team, featuring community organizers and coalition leaders, as she prepares to take office on January 4, 2026. Key appointments include Kate Brunette Kreuzer as Chief of Staff, Jen Chan as Director of Departments, Seferiana Day Hasegawa as Director of...
State payroll tax would force jobs out of Washington, say business leaders, Bellevue Mayor
BELLEVUE, Wash. — Bellevue’s Mayor acknowledges Seattle tax policy has benefitted her city and should serve as a warning sign for Washington lawmakers who dare consider a new statewide payroll tax. “This would be detrimental to everybody, I think,” said Lynne Robinson on Tuesday, just 24 hours after...
Has Anyone in the Seattle Area Contracted the Severe Cold/Cough Circulating this Month?
A viral infection has been making the rounds in the Seattle area, starting off as a sore, dry throat, progressing into a cough accompanied by dizziness and a cold, and resulting in a loss of appetite. This illness has been reported by several individuals in the region, sparking discussions and inquiries about the...
