Seattle’s Fat Mall provides fashion, accessories and joy for people with large bodies
This spring, Seattle debuted what is being dubbed the "Seattle Fat Mall," an amalgam of stores geared towards larger bodies. It's also a place where plus-sized shoppers can find clothing and accessories that fit, without judgment or the frustrating realization that many retailers don't stock styles in larger sizes....
4 casinos in NW close after bankruptcy filing
Maverick Gaming on its website announced the closures of Palace Casino in Lakewood, Dragon Tiger Casino in Mountlake, Silver Dollar Renton, and Roman Casino in Seattle. Maverick, based in Kirkland, operates sites in Washington, Nevada and Colorado, owning-operating 17 card rooms in Washington and several casino...
Here’s why those military helicopters were flying low over Bellevue
Discover why military helicopters were seen flying low over Bellevue and Issaquah on Tuesday evening into Wednesday morning.
Jack In The Box Closing 200 Restaurants, Several in WA State
A WARN Alert from WA State Employment Security indicates at least 2 WA State Jack in the Box locations will close soon. The company plans to close at least 200 locations nationally. Actually, 2 alerts were sent. WARN stands for Worker Adjustment Retraining Notification. A Jack in the Box in...
Dave Tait Named Fire Chief of Bellevue Fire Department
City Manager Diane Carlson has appointed Dave Tait as the new chief of the Bellevue Fire Department. Tait, a 28-year veteran of the department, had been serving as interim chief since April 2025 following the departure of former Fire Chief Jay Hagen. “We are lucky to have such an exceptional...
Bellevue’s Summer Cinema Under the Stars Kicks Off with Free Movies in the Park
Bellevue City launches its annual Movies in the Park series. Beginning this week, families can enjoy free PG-rated films under the stars at both Downtown and Crossroads parks. The lineup includes beloved titles such as Moana 2 and Cool Runnings, offering a perfect evening of entertainment for all ages. Attendees are...
Man with ‘extensive’ criminal history accused in Kent double homicide
A 51-year-old man with what police call an “extensive criminal history” is accused of shooting two people to death in Kent earlier this week.
‘Pay these people now’: Local residents fed up with trash strikes
Due to the ongoing strike by workers at Republic Services, garbage is piling up in several areas, including Bellevue. The company provided customers with the option of dropping off their trash at the Bannerwood Parking Lot, located at 1790 Richards Road on Tuesday. That location was open again Wednesday from 8 a.m....
Firefighters: 18-year-old was underwater for 20 minutes before he was rescued from Lake Washington
An 18-year-old is recovering in the hospital after firefighters say he was underwater for 15 to 20 minutes before he was rescued from Lake Washington on Tuesday.
Council Passes New Laws Against Graffiti, Expanding Police Power to Shut Down Businesses for...
On predictable 7-1 votes (with progressive Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck dissenting), the council passed two pieces of legislation yesterday that PubliCola—and our podcast, Seattle Nice—have covered extensively: A bill empowering the City Attorney’s Office to pursue civil actions for graffiti and fine...
