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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 →

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 ...

Seahawks 2026 rookie predictions: Will Andre Fuller’s versatility earn him a roster spot?

Once John Schneider started trading late round picks in the 2026 NFL Draft, he just couldn’t stop, sending No. 216 that was acquired in a previous deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers to the Green Bay Packers for No. 236 and 255, both in the seventh round. At No. 236, the Seattle Seahawks pulled from the […]

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.

Seahawks News 6/16: A special Sea Hawkers tribute to Russell Wilson

In Today’s Links: most vital on the squad, per Seaside Joe; the FB room and their potential role in the upcoming season, a look at roster battles following Seattle Seahawks minicamp, should the NFL have a minor league?; Tyrice Knight, and a bit more. Happy Tuesday. Why not. Thanks for being here. Go, ‘Hawks! #np […]

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.

King County Transportation District approves new sales tax in close vote

The 0.1% tax will fund the county’s Roads and Services Division and sends tens of thousands, if not millions, to local jurisdictions for transportation projects.

Why Ty Okada could be with the Seahawks longer than many may expect

The slowest part of the offseason has arrived, with the Seattle Seahawks convinced that the 2026 season is not about defending their Super Bowl LX title, claimed in a 29-13 walloping of the New England Patriots and is instead a new season of its own. It’s a concept ripe for debate about mathematical independence, but […]

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‘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 ...

Seattle could now be headed for 10.80% sales tax with 0.10% bump approved for county roads and 0.15% proposed for expanded transit service

King County transportation officials have approved a $100 million annual funding package to rescue the county’s crumbling unincorporated road system. The vote will bump up sales tax across the county including Seattle. It could also make it harder to pass … Continue reading →

This week in CHS history | Broadway Whole Foods closes, Stoup takes over Optimism Brewing, Ltd Edition Sushi debuts

Here are the top stories from this week in CHS history: 2025   No Kings, no arrests as 70,000 march from Cal Anderson Park The Broadway Whole Foods is, indeed, closing — UPDATE Seattle’s $17.45M overhaul of Pike and Pine connecting Capitol … Continue reading →