Seattle Conditions
☼
Sunrise 5:11am · Sunset 9:04pm
☰
Tides: Next: Low -0.6 ft at 2:49 PM
●
AQI 29 — Good
◆
No quakes M4.5+ in last 24h
Seattle Sports
7th in Western Conference Division
LOSS Mercury 72 at Storm 68 Wed, Jun 3Latest News
Updated less than a minute ago
Capitol Hill Seattle
City Cast Seattle
Daily Journal of Commerce
Davy Jones Locker Room
Eater Seattle
Field Gulls
Fremont Neighbor
GeekWire
International Examiner
KUOW Seattle Now
Lookout Landing
My Ballard
NW Progressive Institute
On Montlake
Phinney Wood
PubliCola
Puget Sound Business Journal
Seattle Gay News
Seattle Medium
Seattle Met
Seattle Transit Blog
Seattle Weekly
Sounder at Heart
South Seattle Emerald
The Needling
The North American Post
The Seattle Times
The Spectator
The Stranger
The Urbanist
West Seattle Blog
Westside Seattle
GeekWire
about 3 hours
The big AI labs are eating the startup playbook — here’s where founders can still compete
Startup founders used to worry that tech giants would make their product obsolete. Now it’s even trickier: AI labs are not only encroaching on startup turf, they’re also offering tools for customers to attempt DIY solutions of their own. But there are approaches that work, and niches to be found, according to speakers and panelists at the Tech Alliance Seattle Investor Summit+Showcase this week. Read More
GeekWire
about 4 hours
Tech Moves: Salesforce names president; Microsoft execs coming and going; Amazon departures
A pair of Microsoft security executives are on the move — one headed to Salesforce, one returning to fill the vacancy. Meanwhile, two Amazon veterans are calling it quits at the company. Read More
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
Seattle Commits To Restoration And Preservation Of Central District Pan-African Crosswalks
The City of Seattle has initiated a restoration project to renew and preserve 11 Pan-African flag crosswalks in the Central District. These landmarks have long served as iconic symbols of Black history, culture, and community presence.
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
Podcast: Seattle Medium’s Readers’ Choice Awards See Increased Community Engagement
The Seattle Medium's inaugural Best of the Best Northwest Readers' Choice Awards has generated significant community engagement, with nominees and residents actively promoting the campaign. This initiative, established to celebrate impactful businesses, organizations, and leaders, has fostered widespread participation and facilitated the discovery of new regional entities.
Seattle Medium
about 4 hours
Podcast: Washington State Microenterprise Association Strengthens Entrepreneur Network
The Washington State Microenterprise Association (WSMA) addresses critical barriers faced by microenterprises, sole proprietors, and early-stage entrepreneurs in accessing capital and vital resources. The organization strengthens the statewide network supporting small businesses, providing essential training, financing, and business development services. Its flagship initiative, Evergreen BizLink, serves as a free online resource navigator, connecting entrepreneurs with trusted support systems.
GeekWire
about 5 hours
Zuckerberg’s superyacht moves north out of Seattle, dwarfing ferries along the way
Launchpad was spotted this week making the move from Elliott Bay in Seattle. According to MarineTraffic, the vessel anchored in Port Gardner Bay near Naval Station Everett around 5:30 p.m. on Thursday. Read More
GeekWire
about 6 hours
LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman to leave Microsoft board after nearly a decade
Reid Hoffman, the LinkedIn co-founder and Greylock investor, will not stand for re-election to Microsoft's board, ending a tenure that began in 2017. He told Satya Nadella he's returning to "founder mode" to focus on his cancer drug-discovery startup, Manas AI. Read More
Seattle Medium
about 7 hours
Neonatal Testing: A Game-Changer For Black Moms And Babies
Black infants are twice as likely as white infants to be born prematurely and face significantly higher mortality rates before their first birthday. Despite this, many Black parents decline prenatal tests capable of identifying serious health issues months before birth. This reluctance is attributed to medical mistrust, uneven access to care, and widespread misconceptions regarding the purpose of prenatal screening.
Seattle Medium
about 7 hours
At Hampton, Black Clergy Weigh Faith, AI, and Change
The 2026 Hampton University Ministers Conference will convene thousands of pastors, theologians, and lay persons to confront the evolving landscape of the Black church. The agenda prioritizes critical discussions on artificial intelligence, the integration of younger clergy, the expanding influence of women in ministry, and the strategic imperative of maintaining relevance within a rapidly changing cultural context.
GeekWire
about 7 hours
Etzioni on AI: Ten Commandments for AI Startups
AI researcher, entrepreneur, and investor Oren Etzioni lays out 10 commandments for AI startups — covering business models, distribution, inference costs, and avoiding dependence on any single frontier model — preceded by 10 classics that apply to startups in general. Read More
Seattle Medium
about 7 hours
Black Men: “Manning Up” Isn’t a Mental Health Flex
Black men are confronting a significant mental health crisis, evidenced by rising deaths from suicide, overdoses, and alcohol abuse. This escalating challenge is primarily attributed to societal expectations of masculinity, a profound mistrust of mental health systems, and a critical scarcity of Black mental health professionals, collectively hindering access to vital support.
Seattle Medium
about 7 hours
The Cuba I Cannot Unsee
Observations from a recent delegation to Cuba highlight the profound resilience of its populace, who, despite facing severe daily hardships such as extensive electricity outages and pervasive uncertainty, consistently extend hospitality and kindness. This enduring spirit of community persists even as these challenges impact fundamental aspects of life, including family planning and educational access.