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.

Seattle's forecast includes a week of certain rain, with the NWS predicting near-constant showers and mild temperatures. Precipitation amounts may range between a tenth and a quarter of an inch.

Seattle police rescued a woman from a burning apartment on Capitol Hill; officers broke into the smoke-filled unit after a fire alarm sounded with no response. The woman was disoriented but unharmed and received medical attention.

Bellevue is hosting a town hall on Nov 17 for public insight into proposed development code amendments, with a live Q&A and online participation options.

Tacoma and OMWBE offer a workshop on November 17 to assist minority business owners with certification, aiming for application completion during the session.

Bellevue seeks a provider for opioid misuse education and prevention aimed at non-English-speaking communities, with funding up to $10,000 in 2026 and potential extension.

Washington AG sues the Department of Education over restrictions on PSLF program, backed by 21 attorney generals, opposing rules that may disqualify certain employers.

Seattle's Office of Labor Standards celebrates the 12th anniversary of the Fair Chance Employment Ordinance and reports BlueCrew's settlement over alleged violations.

Seattle City Attorney Davison secured a preliminary injunction against the Trump Administration's executive orders, maintaining the city's access to federal grant funds.

A man was arrested by Seattle police for a drive-by shooting in Pioneer Square, with the investigation aided by Tesla surveillance footage and a security guard's observation.

CiviForm, Seattle's public benefit access platform, was named one of Time Magazine's Best Inventions of 2025 for its efficacy in streamlining applications for residents.

Seattle's forecast includes a wet week with persistent showers, temperatures around 45-50 degrees, and light winds. Rain chances remain high, up to 100%, with modest rainfall amounts.

A court ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to withhold federal funds from Seattle over its diversity policies, protecting the city's $396 million federal grant usage.