The Seattle City Council proclaimed February as a time to celebrate African American contributions to the arts, honoring local artists and cultural sites.

Seattle's Little Saigon Park is preparing for its June opening with cultural events and a children's play area, following challenges such as soil issues and design changes.

Washington state legislators debate a bill proposing a 5% annual cap on rent increases, stirring opposition from landlords and concerns from tenants facing rising costs.

Seattle is set for heavy rain and a possible record-high January temperature since 2020, with a 60-degree forecast and continual rain throughout the weekend.

Seattle ranks fourth in America's most walkable cities, reflecting a broader urban trend towards pedestrian-friendly environments as detailed in a Smart Growth America report.

Alaska Airlines announces a new nonstop service from Seattle to Toronto starting May 16, 2024, featuring daily flights that connect the two cities for both leisure and business travel.

Washington lawmakers are advancing a bill to adopt permanent Pacific Standard Time, ending the semi-annual clock change and circumventing the need for federal approval.

A woman in Seattle's Central District was shot during an attempted purse robbery by a bicyclist who asked her for a cigarette. The suspect fled, and the police are seeking information. The victim is stable at Harborview Medical Center.

A couple in Vancouver, Washington, escaped a sinkhole that swallowed their Jeep due to a compromised 1940s water main. They survived by exiting through the vehicle's manual windows.

Seattle's SDOT Bridge Artist in Residence program showcases digital works by Vivian Li and Mariah Vicary at King Street Station Gallery from February 1, with a focus on data visualization.

A DUI driver struck and seriously injured a 22-year-old scooter rider in Queen Anne, Seattle. The driver fled but was later arrested and faces charges including Hit and Run and Vehicular Assault.

Seattle commits to a zero-waste future, focusing on reducing waste instead of just recycling, with strategies for sustainable living detailed on the "At Your Service" blog.

Families of Hamas hostages have visited Seattle and Washington, D.C., advocating for the release of their loved ones, with support from high-level government officials.