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Teatro Zinzanni paused shows and now faces vendor lawsuits and state wage complaints after staffers say they did not receive final paychecks. Legal fights and agency claims are now underway.
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Seattle police say a man was shot multiple times at E Pine and Belmont in Capitol Hill; a subject is being questioned and a PIO is en route.
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Federal Way native Corinne Stoddard took bronze in the women's 1,500m short‑track final in Milan, leading much of the race and holding on for a landmark Olympic podium.
An 18-year-old accepted a plea to first-degree manslaughter in the 2024 Shoreline killing of BillyJo Perkins; sentencing is set for late March 2026.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
ORCA’s Tap to Pay starts Feb. 23: contactless cards and mobile wallets will be accepted across much of the Puget Sound system, while reduced fares still require ORCA cards.
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Westside Neighbors Shelter in West Seattle took in about 48 people during a sudden cold snap; volunteers warned fentanyl and cold exposure raise hypothermia risks and said small donations keep the doors open.
A detached car hood smashed through a Jeep's windshield on SR-512 near Puyallup Thursday; the driver was unhurt and Washington State Patrol is asking witnesses to come forward.
Seattle Fire says crews are responding to a residential-structure fire in the 230 block of 8th Ave N. The department asked people to avoid the area while crews work.
Retail & Industry in ...
Amazon reported roughly $717B in 2025 revenue to narrowly overtake Walmart’s $713B, marking the first time Amazon tops annual sales and spotlighting Seattle’s corporate clout.
Real Estate & Development in ...
The Summit expansion brought crowds back to downtown, but the district that runs the center says its finances remain "fragile" and tied to hotel‑tax swings.
Politics & Govt in ...
A proposed state law would bar Tacoma from enforcing certain camping bans unless officials can show accessible shelter was available at the time, creating legal and logistical questions.
Food & Drinks in ...
With groceries roughly 30% pricier than before the pandemic, Seattle shoppers are turning to dollar‑store dinners to stretch tight budgets.
Eastside Fire & Rescue posted an incident update covering several eastside communities. Officials point residents to their X feed and website for details.
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