The Seattle Public Schools apologized for not providing ASL interpretation at a board meeting, acknowledging a history of inaccessibility for the Deaf community, and promised future accommodations.

The MMIWP Task Force released a toolkit to support and guide families of missing Indigenous individuals, offering practical resources and strategies for coping and searching for the missing.

Alaska Airlines begins nonstop Seattle-Tacoma to Tokyo flights, enhancing Seattle's international connections and airport growth in anticipation of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Two Everett residents are federally charged with trafficking fentanyl, with law enforcement seizing over 7 kilos of the drug and other substances during a search.

SDOT partners with Outdoors for All Foundation to offer free adaptive cycle rentals funded by bike and scooter share program fees, enhancing mobility for residents with varying needs.

Councilmember Moore proposes changes to Seattle's Ethics Code to improve transparency and reduce conflicts of interest, following critiques of current policies.

Seattle Police Chief Shon F. Barnes reaffirmed the department's commitment to inclusivity and sensitively policing Denny Blaine Park, an LGBTQIA+ space and nude beach.

Seattle observes Building Safety Month in May, focusing on retrofitting Unreinforced Masonry Buildings for earthquake safety and honoring building inspectors' crucial work.

Seattle updates its green building standards with Draft Director's Rule 2-2025, raising requirements for embodied carbon and simplifying applications, building on the incentives provided to green projects in the city.

Bellevue has been honored with the 2025 Frank Chopp Public Sector Champion Award for its affordable housing efforts and strategic planning, aiming to create more affordable homes and support community growth.

Tacoma's Public Works Department announces a day-long closure of South 12th Street and Union Avenue on May 10 for asphalt repairs.

Seattle's weather remains cloudy with chances of showers increasing towards the evening and temperatures in the mid-60s. Clearing is expected overnight.

The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has approved six days for coastal razor clam digs starting May 10, with required licenses and adherence to daily catch limits.