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New nature-themed park to break ground in West Seattle Junction neighborhood this fall

New nature-themed park to break ground in West Seattle Junction neighborhood this fall Off patr Tue, 06/16/2026 - 5:31pm

Not everything is closing: ‘A new chapter’ at Capitol Hill cocktail bar Belmont plus, yes, a few notes on recent closures

Not everything on Capitol Hill is closing. The cycle of small business life continues. Here’s word on the latest in the neighborhood restaurant and bar M&A activity in addition to notes on a few more recent closures where, more than … Continue reading →

Retrofit relocation? First Hill tenants push back on seismic work that would ‘evict the whole building’

By Brenna Gauchat Residents from the century-old John Winthrop Apartments on First Hill met last week in the Cal Anderson Shelter House community space to discuss the possibility they might be evicted. Alongside the Puget Sound Tenants Union and residents … Continue reading →

City begins installation of ‘recreation equipment for humans and their four-legged companions’ in Capitol Hill parks

Seattle Parks and Recreation has announced it will begin installing of “recreation equipment for humans and their four-legged companions” at five Capitol Hill parks: ...

A Seahawk and Amazon are building a 7-story affordable apartment building on Capitol Hill

A Capitol Hill development plan on ice since 2021 is ready to break ground as an affordable project backed by a development team that ...

Council notes: New recycling processing contract for Seattle, Social Housing Developer charter changes

The weekly full meeting of the Seattle City Council includes a vote a new contract for processing Seattle’s 215,000 to 220,000 tons of municipal ...

Black and Brown Birders Find Community and Wellness in the South End

What starts with spotting eagles and hawks becomes something deeper: Black and Brown birders across the South End are finding healing, belonging, and wonder outdoors.

Seattle Shut Out at James Beard Foundation Awards for Seventh Straight Year

We don't need your fancy awards, anyway.

Cyclist killed in collision with truck near Fauntleroy Ferry dock

Cyclist killed in collision with truck near Fauntleroy Ferry dock Off patr Mon, 06/15/2026 - 9:18am

COLUMN | Remembering Tyjon Stewart and Tra'Veiah Houfmuse on Graduation Day at Rainier Beach High School

Seattle Neighborhoods Throw the Best Festivals

Outside is our best side.

‘End of the line’ — Wall of Sound music shop closing on Capitol Hill

For nearly 40 years, Wall of Sound has offered a mix of new and used cassette, CD, and vinyl releases covering everything from avant-garde ...