Economists warn of recession as Seattle exports tumble
SEATTLE — Steep declines in imports and exports through the ports of Seattle and Tacoma last month are raising alarms about the broader regional economy, which is already grappling with weak consumer spending, sluggish employment growth, and ongoing uncertainty. Steve Balaski, director of business development at the...
Saturday was one of the coolest starts to summer on record, weather service says
Summer got off to a very cool start on Saturday with temperatures in South Sound nearly setting records for new lows, according to the National Weather Service in Seattle. The daytime “high” in the Seattle/Tacoma area was 58 degrees, nearly tying the record of 57 degrees set for June 21 in 1981, said meteorologist...
Suspect with felony warrant arrested in Southcenter vehicle prowls, Tukwila Police say
A suspect with an outstanding felony warrant was arrested Saturday night, June 21, after Tukwila Police linked him to a series of vehicle prowls near Southcenter Parkway. According to the Tukwila Police Department, officers had responded to multiple reports of vehicle break-ins in the area. While leaving the scene of...
SPD investigates fatal stabbing in U-District
The Seattle Police Department is investigating a stabbing of a man that happened Sunday morning in the University District.
Tour This 8,000 Sq. Ft. Designer Showcase in Clyde Hill, Washington, Featuring Endless Outdoor...
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Sea lions take over Ballard amid conservation efforts
They are big and they are barking. Sea lions are returning to Seattle's Shilshole Bay, it it a conservation success story or a waterfront controversy? A marine biologist thinks their return to the Puget Sound signifies a win.
Study claims this PNW city made the biggest strides in driving safety in the...
As millions of Americans embark on record-breaking amounts of domestic travel, the Pacific Northwest qualified as having the biggest improvement in driving safety in the nation. Bellevue ranked No. 1 as the most improved driving city, according to the 2025 Allstate America’s Best Drivers Report, climbing 133 spots on...
Panda Fest: Is it worth it?
Panda Fest took place in Seattle from June 6-8, 2025, at the Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center. This three-day extravaganza promised an authentic celebration of Asian cultures and more–and it delivered. As previewed in the earlier article, “Panda Fest: What it is, and what to expect,” all the promises listed–from the...
This weekend’s Seattle NB I-5 closures are just ‘a taste of what’s to come’
If your weekend adventures take you onto I-5, prepare for potential delays. The Washington State Department of Transportation's 'Revive I-5' project has begun, meaning you'll likely encounter traffic disruptions and closures this weekend and throughout the summer.
66-Year-Old Man Dead in Hit-and-Run Crash on I-90 [King County, WA]
66-Year-Old Man Dead in Hit-and-Run Crash on I-90 [King County, WA]. Suspect Driver Arrested in Deadly Traffic Crash in King County King County, WA (June 21, 2025) – A 66-year-old man was killed in a hit-and-run crash on I-90 past noon Thursday. The fatal pedestrian crash happened around 12:30 p.m. east of Jones Road...