North Bend is improving railway crossings with a $4.8 million grant, causing temporary road closures for construction work by Stacy Witbeck. Two major crossings are already upgraded with new technology.

Seattle is expected to experience a wet week with rain forecasted by the National Weather Service, with temperatures ranging from the low 50s to low 60s.

North Bend has opened applications for its 2026 Citizens Academy, an eight-week course that educates residents on city operations, offering tours and sessions on various municipal aspects.

North Bend invites the public to meet Police Chief candidates, ahead of new law enforcement collaboration with King County Sheriff's Office starting in 2026.

Seattle's weather forecast includes a mix of clouds, sun, and intermittent showers today, with a 50% chance of rain and mid-50s temperatures. Evening may see a 20% chance of rain with partly cloudy skies and low 40s temperatures.

Seattle voters approved the FEPP levy, investing $1.3 billion in education, including affordable childcare, mental health services, free college tuition, and vocational training.

Tacoma announces a technology upgrade, causing service outages in November, affecting customer services like utility bill payments and vendor invoice management.

Tacoma announces system outages for software upgrades in November, affecting online services and customer operations, with specific dates provided for the temporary disruptions.

Seattle participated in the Great ShakeOut drill, promoting the "Fix the Bricks" campaign for seismic retrofit of historic URM buildings, with support for House Bill 1810 that incentivizes such retrofits.

Deputy Cappetto of the Pierce County Sheriff's Department brought a large pumpkin to the office during Halloween, showcasing the department's community engagement and sense of humor.

Multnomah County announced over 240 new tuition-free Preschool for All slots, with applications opening Nov 3, 2025, expanding the total to over 3,800 for the 2025-26 year.

Seattle is set for several drizzly days, with the NWS predicting clouds, occasional showers, and temperatures in the 50s. Rain chances increase to near certainty by Tuesday night.

The federal shutdown is causing food assistance programs like SNAP and WIC in Snohomish County to halt, affecting around 77,589 people and raising concerns of food insecurity.