This Hits Home: News that impacts Seattle-area families
Being a parent is nonstop hard work, making it challenging to stay on top of news that impacts families in Washington state. This Hits Home is your weekly hit of news, commentary, and, occasionally, opinion. Want to have a say? Look for the “Take action” prompts. Here’s the update for the week of June 22-28.
Rare U.S. founding documents are coming to Seattle this summer
You can now reserve a spot to see some of the nation's founding documents when they come to Seattle this summer. The big picture: The Museum of History & Industry (MOHAI) is one of eight stops the Freedom Plane National Tour is making this year to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Bremerton Air Show Returns With Historic Warbirds
Fourth annual event honors the former naval base's history with a weekend of vintage and modern aerial displays.
Most expensive home in Seattle cuts asking price from $75M to $45M
The most expensive home listing in Seattle just took a massive price cut, slashing its asking price by 40% to $45 million after it was originally listed for $75 million roughly one year ago. Linked to developer Bruce Blume, the estate is located at 128 E. Lake Washington Blvd. in...
Seattle homeowners who don’t want to sell may get relief from predatory calls
Some Seattle homeowners are getting lots of unsolicited calls from buyers who offer way less than market value. On Monday June 29, the Seattle City Council looks at ways to make the calls stop. Chukundi Salisbury runs the group Black Legacy Homeowners. He says sometimes, someone offering to buy your...
Seattle ranks in the top five most expensive beer at World Cup
In San Francisco, World Cup beer prices soar to $24.50, while Atlanta serves up a budget-friendly $5 brew, highlighting the game's pricey concessions.
10 Cities in Washington You Should Never Move to 2026, According to Crime Rates
Washington is widely known for its breathtaking mountain ranges, evergreen forests, coastal scenery, and thriving cities. From the technology hub of Seattle to the picturesque Olympic Peninsula, the Evergreen State attracts millions of residents and visitors every year. While Washington consistently ranks among the nat
Burn bans hit 8 Western WA counties ahead of Fourth of July
It may be relatively cool with considerable cloudiness for much of this week, yet many areas now have burn bans in place. Burn bans are in effect in Pierce, King, Kitsap, Snohomish, Mason, Clallam, San Juan, and Whatcom counties. Island County plans to implement an outdoor burn ban starting on July 1.
Swimming, grilling and fireworks: Safety reminders for the Fourth of July in Seattle
SEATTLE — The Fourth of July, and America’s 250th birthday, is just around the corner - and while we all get ready for a weekend full of fun, there are some safety reminders that should be top of mind for everyone celebrating. Seattle residents should remember that the...
Fentanyl, Cocaine And Cash, King County Cops Bust Big Southwest Drug Haul On Father’s...
King County sheriff's deputies capped Father's Day with a multi-precinct drug bust in southwest King County, seizing more than 11 pounds of illegal drugs, arresting three people, and hauling away cash and cars in the process, according to the King County Sheriff's Office. Deputies say the Southwest Precinct Special Emp
