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County Councilmember Dembowski Wants to Defund Successful Harm Reduction Program

By Erica C. Barnett Earlier this month, King County Council budget chair Rod Dembowski quietly slipped an amendment into a… The post County Councilmember Dembowski Wants to Defund Successful Harm Reduction Program appeared first on PubliCola.

Where to Celebrate Juneteenth in South Seattle and Beyond

Celebrate Juneteenth with block parties, pop-up markets, live music, family activities, and community gatherings centering Black joy across the South End and beyond.

Midweek Roundup: ‘Summer of Soccer’

Reminders: Seattle is hosting 5 more FIFA World Cup games over coming weeks. Keep an eye on your transit agency’s service alerts and be aware there may be crowds at unusual times. Bikes and scooters are banned from Link trains on game days. This Friday, June 19, is Juneteenth, and Seattle hosting a match between … Continue reading "Midweek Roundup: ‘Summer of Soccer’"

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

County Human Services Director Calls Councilmember’s Contract Approval Proposal an “Overstep”

By Erica C. Barnett King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski has proposed an amendment to the county’s budget that Department of… The post County Human Services Director Calls Councilmember’s Contract Approval Proposal an “Overstep” appeared first on PubliCola.

Bonus Movie: Process

Reece Martin (RMTransit) resurfaces with a discussion with Dr Jonathan English on how process issues affect the quality of transit projects. They call it “engineering issues” vs “phone call issues”. Engineering issues are straightforward technical problems, like building Link on a floating bridge or a tunnel in dubious soil. Phone call issues are those where … Continue reading "Bonus Movie: Process"

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.

Regional Homelessness Agency Says King County and Seattle Owe It $8 Million

By Erica C. Barnett Seattle and King County owe the King County Regional Homelessness Authority around $8 million, KCRHA associate… The post Regional Homelessness Agency Says King County and Seattle Owe It $8 Million appeared first on PubliCola.

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.