Parks & Nature in ...
Seattle Parks and Recreation will close several facilities on Memorial Day, including community centers, indoor pools, and the Amy Yee Tennis Center. Public parks, boat ramps, and golf courses will remain open.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
Law enforcement arrested a fugitive after a standoff in South Hill following his absence from a jury trial for a 2022 shooting.
Seattle Police arrested a 20-year-old man for trafficking drugs and seized meth, cocaine, heroin, fentanyl, cash, and a gun from a North Seattle home.
Community & Society in ...
A major road closure on 15th Avenue Southwest in Seattle will disrupt traffic from May 6 to June 10 due to construction, affecting commuters and local businesses.
The Jubilee in the Community program in Bellevue offers free home and yard maintenance for residents in need, with volunteers handling tasks like clean-ups and repairs.
ACRS provides multifaceted support for Asian and Pacific Islander communities in Seattle, including mental health services and job training, aided by their partnership with Seattle Human Services.
Seattle's Office of Labor Standards will conduct outreach on International Workers' Day to educate on workers' rights.
Kirkland is conducting its 2024 community survey and invites residents to participate to help shape city services and policies. An open-link survey will be available on the city website in mid-May.
Fun & Entertainment in ...
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival extends until May 5th, offering discounted admission and a "U-Pick Bucket" deal due to an extraordinary bloom year and innovative planting techniques.
Four teens were arrested after an armed carjacking in Bellevue and a high-speed chase to the Washington border.
Two men were hospitalized following a stabbing incident in South Seattle, with police investigating the connection between the two victims and the circumstances leading to the violence.
A manhunt is ongoing for the escapee Patrick Lester Clay from the Monroe Correctional Complex who stole a staff vehicle after obtaining keys during a cleaning detail.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Seattle's waterfront gets praised for its eco-friendly upgrades, including a new seawall and features to protect marine life and support green transit options.