Bellevue joins the U.S. Department of Transportation's Allies in Action to eliminate traffic deaths, aligning with its Vision Zero initiative to end road fatalities by 2030.

Bellevue residents can give input on future utility rates at a virtual meeting on Sept. 16, before the City Council reviews the proposed 2025-26 Utilities budget.

Burien's National Welcoming Week celebrates diversity with events for all. The city council will officially declare the period as Welcoming Week with activities planned, including a community event on September 14.

Wil Johnson has been appointed as Snohomish County's Chief DEI Officer, bringing his experience from educational and community roles to lead the Office of Social Justice.

The Seattle Christmas Market at the Seattle Center is returning with an extra week (Nov 21-Dec 24). Tickets are on sale with a $5 discount. The market features over 80 vendors, new attractions, and festive dining options. It's closed on Nov 28.

Burien is seeking a new police chief with community involvement in the selection process, emphasizing racial equity. Ted Boe has left after six years. Tom Calabrese is the interim chief.

Bellevue Botanical Garden is displaying "The Lost Bird Project," bronze sculptures of extinct birds, with related educational programs on conservation.

Seattle Parks & Recreation is hosting various fall and Halloween events, including festive celebrations, pumpkin carvings, haunted houses, and community center carnivals. Activities cater to all ages, with some free to attend.

Bellevue and Eastside cities prepare for Welcoming Week from Sept. 13-22 to celebrate cultural diversity and support newcomers to the U.S., with a variety of inclusive community events.

Engineer Mariah Kenny, featured in Seattle City Light's spotlight series, ensures proper grid connections for buildings and balances customer service with technical work. She enjoys outdoor activities and aims to read 60 books a year.

Seattle Councilmember Moore proposes revisions to her legislation on commercial sexual exploitation, aiming to focus on buyers/promoters and provide services instead of pursuing charges against sellers.

The Storefront Repair Fund concluded with its 800th grant to Casa Del Mariachi, injecting $1.6 million into Seattle businesses hit by vandalism and damage.

The city of Tacoma is using boulders and other structures to deter homeless encampments, leading to debate over the morality and effectiveness of such measures. Critics argue these efforts do not address the broader issue of homelessness.