The new light rail connection between Seattle and the Eastside provides a faster, more reliable, and traffic-free option for commuters to travel between the two cities, with trains running every 8-15 minutes.
Sound Transit’s Judkins Park Station has opened, providing direct light rail access between Seattle and cities on the Eastside, as well as improved pedestrian, cyclist, and transit access to the surrounding area.
Danica Noble, an anti-monopoly and consumer protection attorney, has announced her candidacy for the Washington State House of Representatives, Position 1, in the 32nd Legislative District, with a campaign focused on affordability, education, and consumer protection.
Black women entrepreneurs in Washington state are leading a growth story, with Black women-owned businesses increasing by 71.6% between 2017 and 2022, generating over $1 billion in revenue and boasting an 80.3% survival rate, despite facing challenges in accessing funding.
Seattle will celebrate the Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX championship with a citywide parade on February 11, expected to draw between 750,000 and one million fans, with regional transit providers offering expanded services to accommodate the crowds.
WorkSource Rainier in Seattle will be temporarily closed for remodeling from Dec. 4 to Dec. 22, during which job seekers can access services at nearby WorkSource locations or virtually.
Midshipman 2nd Class Quang Le, a Seattle native and student at the U.S. Naval Academy, recently completed hands-on training aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer as part of the Navy’s Career Orientation and Training for Midshipmen program, gaining firsthand experience of the strategic role the vessel plays in naval operations.
Graffiti in Seattle is a complex art form that is often misunderstood, but provides a means of expression and resistance for marginalized communities, and can be a force for good in the city.
Seattle is making preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with major improvements being made to the Lumen Field, Husky Soccer Stadium, and surrounding neighborhoods, including increased safety and cleanliness.
Seattle is providing up to $8 million in emergency food assistance to local food banks and meal services due to uncertainty in federal SNAP funding, ensuring that no family goes hungry.
