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Work continues on $335M third phase of I-90 Snoqualmie Pass East project

Beginning this week, contractor crews working for the Washington State Department of Transportation are closing the off-ramp at eastbound Interstate 90 at Exit 70 near Easton for approximately six weeks to construct a connection to a new section of highway.

Kirkland offices trade for over $15M

A medical office building at 620 Kirkland Way sold this week for a little over $15.7 million, according to King County records.

Bill targets hedge fund homeowners

Monday, Rep. Adam Smith (D-Wash.) joined other lawmakers in introducing the Protecting American Homes from Hedge Funds Act. The legislation intends to phase hedge funds and large institutional investors out of America's single-family housing market.

Gordie Howe International Bridge to open this month after delay due to issues between countries, sources say

In a press release Friday, the bridge authoirty said that Canada and Michigan have agreed to open the bridge July 27.

Ballard weekly events roundup: July 13-19

Here’s your weekly events roundup for July 13-19 in Ballard. This week, plenty of crafty, foodie, and musical things are going on, with the biggest event being the Salmon Bay ... Read more

Salmon Bay FC advances to National Finals after penalty shootout win

Salmon Bay FC is headed to the USL W League National Final after defeating Minnesota Aurora in a penalty shootout Sunday at Interbay Stadium. The semifinal ended 1-1 after extra ... Read more

French bakery Petit Pierre to open in former Starbucks space

A French bakery with locations in Magnolia and Phinney Ridge is planning to open a new shop in Ballard, taking over the former Starbucks space at 2200 NW Market St. ... Read more

Music, dancing, and lutefisk: A look back at Ballard Music & Seafoodfest

Music, dancing, and the mouth-watering smell of alder-smoked salmon filled downtown Ballard last weekend during the annual Ballard Music & Seafoodfest. The free festival featured music, vendors, a beer and ... Read more

LA uses World Cup to show off upgraded public transit and test plans to hold car-free Olympics

Metro hopes the games have attracted new riders and improved public perception.

Demo plans filed for former Hardwick's Hardware

Meanwhile, the proposal for a 23-story U District apartment tower remains dormant.

Supportive housing units open at former Kirkland hotel

Sheila Stanton Place officially opened in Kirkland last week. The permanent supportive housing community is at 10530 Northup Way, which was formerly a La Quinta Inn.