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How to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Seattle, including march details
Here are a few ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. weekend in the Seattle area.Honor King's life and legacy at the Northwest African American Museum's MLK Day event, which will feature family activities, movies, music and motivational speakers from 10am to 5pm Monday.The museum will also debut a new exhibit called "Interrupting Privilege" during the celebration.🎵 Take in the music of Billie Holiday at the Royal Room in an MLK Day tribute concert. Concert starts at 7:30pm Monday; entry is by donation.The Seattle MLK Coalition will hold its annual march at 12:30pm Monday, starting at Garfield High School in the Central District. An indoor rally will be held at the high school at 11am before the march.🏞️ State and national parks have free admission on Monday for the holiday.🌱 Make the holiday a day of service with volunteer projects, such as this habitat restoration at Magnuson Park (10am to 2pm Monday).More volunteer options have been compiled by ParentMap and by the United Way of King County.Sign up for Axios Seattle for free.
How to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Seattle, including march details
Here are a few ways to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. weekend in the Seattle area.Honor King's life and legacy at the Northwest African American Museum's MLK Day event, which will feature family activities, movies, music and motivational speakers from 10am to 5pm Monday.The museum will also debut a new exhibit called "Interrupting Privilege" during the celebration.🎵 Take in the music of Billie Holiday at the Royal Room in an MLK Day tribute concert. Concert starts at 7:30pm Monday; entry is by donation.The Seattle MLK Coalition will hold its annual march at 12:30pm Monday, starting at Garfield High School in the Central District. An indoor rally will be held at the high school at 11am before the march.🏞️ State and national parks have free admission on Monday for the holiday.🌱 Make the holiday a day of service with volunteer projects, such as this habitat restoration at Magnuson Park (10am to 2pm Monday).More volunteer options have been compiled by ParentMap and by the United Way of King County.Sign up for Axios Seattle for free.
Washington was among top states for homelessness rates in 2023
Data: HUD; Map: Alice Feng/AxiosWashington had the sixth-highest rate of homelessness among U.S. states last year, per a recently released federal report, and homelessness here rose faster than the national rate in recent years.Why it matters: Freezing temperatures are forecast to hit the Pacific Northwest this week, leaving the estimated 28,036 Washington residents experiencing homelessness — about half of whom live outside — especially vulnerable.Gov. Jay Inslee has said getting more people indoors needs to be a focus of this year's state legislative session, which began Monday.By the numbers: Last year, Washington had an estimated 36 people experiencing homelessness per...
Some of the best days for birding arrive in Seattle
Seattleites may see some of the best bird-watching opportunities of the year over the next few days and weeks as migratory birds from farther north flee the polar vortex, according to the Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife (WDFW).Why it matters: The Puget Sound region is among the best in North America for viewing a wide variety of migratory and resident species within a short drive of the city, WDFW spokesperson Chase Gunnell told Axios.Driving the news: This season, migration numbers were low in November and December due to generally mild weather, said Gunnell, but that's picked up fast as...
Try Pasta Casalinga for a new lunchtime obsession
I have been longing for a good pasta lunch spot in Seattle since Il Corvo closed early in the pandemic. (R.I.P.)I don't know how I overlooked Pasta Casalinga, a casual spot that has served fresh pasta in Pike Place Market since 2018.Why it's awesome: Unlike Il Corvo, which was only open for weekday lunches and had long lines, Pasta Casalinga is also open weekends.And I've never had to wait more than a few minutes for a table, if at all.Zoom in: The menu changes regularly. During one recent visit, I had ricciutelli (a curved, ribbon-shaped pasta) dressed with mussels and...
Try Pasta Casalinga for a new lunchtime obsession
I have been longing for a good pasta lunch spot in Seattle since Il Corvo closed early in the pandemic. (R.I.P.)I don't know how I overlooked Pasta Casalinga, a casual spot that has served fresh pasta in Pike Place Market since 2018.Why it's awesome: Unlike Il Corvo, which was only open for weekday lunches and had long lines, Pasta Casalinga is also open weekends.And I've never had to wait more than a few minutes for a table, if at all.Zoom in: The menu changes regularly. During one recent visit, I had ricciutelli (a curved, ribbon-shaped pasta) dressed with mussels and...
Freezing cold and snow expected in PNW from Arctic blast
The Pacific Northwest is expected to see freezing temperatures and maybe even lowland snow this week as part of the polar vortex blasts southward from the Arctic.Driving the news: Snow in the lowlands of Western Washington and Oregon is notoriously difficult to predict, but there is a 45% chance that the lowlands — including Seattle — could see more than 4 inches between Friday and Saturday, Dev McMillian of the National Weather Service (NWS) in Seattle told Axios.In Portland, things will start earlier with snow accumulation possible Wednesday in some areas, such as in West Hills, with potential impacts on...
Washington Huskies lose to Michigan Wolverines in national championship
The Washington Huskies won't enter the Big Ten conference next year as the reigning national football champions, as fans had hoped.Yes, but: The Huskies nevertheless proved they are serious college football contenders who shouldn't be underestimated, after being billed as underdogs throughout much of the season.Driving the news: The Huskies' 34–13 loss to Michigan in Monday's College Football Playoff national championship ended their 21-game winning streak that started last season, leaving Washington's season record at 14–1.The Dawgs entered Monday's game as the No. 2 team in college football, a rank they haven't achieved in decades.But the Huskies' normally explosive offense...
Washington Huskies lose to Michigan Wolverines in national championship
The Washington Huskies won't enter the Big Ten conference next year as the ranking national football champions, as many fans had hoped.Yes, but: The Huskies nevertheless proved they are serious college football contenders who shouldn't be underestimated, after being billed as underdogs throughout much of the season.Driving the news: The Huskies 34-13 loss to Michigan in Monday's College Football Playoff National Championship ended their 21-game winning streak that started last season, leaving Washington's season record at 14-1.The Dawgs entered Monday's game as the No. 2 team in college football, a rank they haven't achieved in decades.But the Huskies' normally explosive...
Fentanyl, housing and highways top Washington lawmakers' agenda in 2024
Washington state lawmakers are looking at ways to combat fentanyl addiction, homelessness and housing unaffordability as they convene for a new session Monday in Olympia.They're also under pressure to bolster mental health services and tackle the ballooning cost of state transportation projects.Why it matters: Between now and early March, the Legislature will make updates to the state's two-year budget, which could mean adding hundreds of millions more dollars for state programs.Lawmakers will consider hundreds of bills on issues ranging from K–12 education to policing to the environment.State of play: While Democrats control both chambers of the Legislature and the governor's...
Where to watch the Huskies play Michigan for the national championship
We'll soon know whether the University of Washington will claim the national college football title, after the Huskies square off against Michigan in Monday's championship game.How to watch: The big matchup will air at 4:30pm PT on ESPN.It will also be streamed on ESPN — but not ESPN+ — fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV and Sling.Local watch parties: The free watch party at Alaska Airlines Arena on the UW campus is sold out, but many other places are hosting get-togethers.Those include Whiskey West in West Seattle; Queen Anne Beerhall in Uptown; Re:Public in South Lake Union; and Little Water Cantina...
Husky fans' best trash talk for Michigan ahead of national championship game
In advance of the Huskies playing Michigan Monday for the national College Football Playoff championship, we've been collecting examples of Husky fans' best Wolverine-themed smack talk. A few standouts:"Michigan has no actual wolverines; Washington has an estimated 25 wild wolverines. The game hasn't started and they're 25 down … even their mascot is literally on our side," Axios Seattle reader Adam T. wrote.Meanwhile, Washington Gov. Jay Inslee said that although his Michigan counterpart, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, got elected on a slogan of "fix the damn roads," that will change once UW quarterback Michael Penix Jr. "gets done carving up the Wolverines.""Her new mantra will be, 'Fix the damn secondary,'" Inslee said at a Thursday press conference."Cute mitten," a Mount St. Helens parody account posted last week, after Michigan's Department of Natural Resources warned the volcano was about to "catch hands from the state shaped like them."The bottom line: Bring it on, Michigan.Sign up for Axios Seattle for free.
Snow and icy wind on tap for Seattle area
After one of the warmest Decembers on record and a mild start to January, heavy mountain snow and frosty temperatures appear headed for the Pacific Northwest, according to local weather experts.Driving the news: A series of weather systems are expected to bring more than 3 feet of snow to the Cascade mountains and passes over the next few days, as well as the possibility of lowland snow to the Seattle area late next week.Why it matters: The drier, warmer conditions forecast for an El Niño year have created concern about snowpack in the mountains, one of the most crucial climate-related...
COVID is rising in King County
COVID-19 is on the rise in King County and rates of flu and RSV remain above the local "alert threshold," according to Public Health – Seattle & King County (PH–SKC).Why it matters: Rates of transmission above the alert level show substantial spread of the viruses in the region, signaling health care organizations and hospitals to enact masking requirements, said PH–SKC spokesperson Kate Cole.Driving the news: The fast-spreading COVID-19 variant known as JN.1 is now the most prevalent in the U.S. — especially in the Northeast, where it accounts for about 57% of tested cases, writes Axios' Adriel Bettelheim.Zoom in: According...
How to get rid of your Christmas tree in Seattle
I don't know about you, but my Christmas tree is starting to get a little crispy around the edges right about now.What's happening: Seattle residents can compost their trees for free through Jan. 31.Just place your undecorated tree out with your yard waste on your regular collection day and it will be picked up.Yes, but: To do this, you have to cut your tree into segments no taller than 4 feet. The trunk cannot be wider than 4 inches in diameter.Of note: If you don't have the tools to cut your tree down to size, you can also haul it to a transfer station and drop it off for free through Jan. 31 (although tree trunks still can't be wider than 4 inches).Zoom out: If you live in a part of King County outside Seattle, tree recycling policies vary; check this list for more information.Sign up for Axios Seattle for free.
Things to do this weekend: Short films, comedy and David Bowie
Here are a few fun ideas to occupy yourself this weekend.📽️ Catch seven short films from the 2023 Sundance Film Festival, compiled into a 90-minute showing at the Northwest Film Forum (1515 12th Ave.) 7pm Friday, 4pm and 7pm Saturday and Sunday.$14 general admission; $10 for kids and seniors; $7 for members. More showings available through Jan. 27.🍟 Chow down on vegan comfort food like crispy chik'n sandwiches and loaded fries at the Plant-Based Junk Food Pop-Up at Lucky Envelope Brewing. 1–5pm Saturday.♟️ Play your favorite board games, role-playing games and more at OrcaCon, a three-day tabletop games convention. Friday...
Seattle housing market could see 4% rent increases in 2024
Residential rents could go up as much as 4% and office space vacancy may continue to rise in the Seattle area, according to local real estate experts who were asked for their 2024 predictions.Why it matters: The coming year could remain challenging for many, including commercial landlords and would-be homeowners who may not see their dreams realized in 2024, John Manning, managing broker of Re/Max Gateway in Seattle, told Axios.He said the lack of residential inventory — due primarily to homeowners with locked-in mortgage rates of 2–3% staying put in current homes — is staggering.What they're saying: "I have never...
How to become Seattle's next City Council member
If you want to become the next member of the Seattle City Council, you've got a little less than a week to apply.What's happening: The deadline to apply for a vacant seat on the nine-member council is Tuesday, Jan. 9, at 5pm.Catch up quick: Former Seattle City Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda resigned her Seattle council seat earlier this week, leaving a vacancy.Mosqueda left to assume the King County Council seat she won in last fall's election.Whoever fills the City Council vacancy will join a body that is mostly newcomers — the least experienced Seattle council in more than a century.How it...
Washington state now bans most pre-employment marijuana testing
A positive test for cannabis can no longer disqualify you for most jobs in Washington state.What's happening: A new law that took effect Monday bans most employers from denying someone a job based on a drug screening that turns up traces of cannabis.Why it matters: Inactive THC metabolites from cannabis can remain in urine samples for days or weeks, long after someone is no longer impaired.While recreational marijuana use has been legal in Washington state for more than a decade, until now it's also been legal for employers to refuse to hire people who test positive for using the drug.Details:...
Washington state now bans most pre-employment marijuana testing
A positive test for cannabis can no longer disqualify you for most jobs in Washington state.What's happening: A new law that took effect Monday bans most employers from denying someone a job based on a drug screening that turns up traces of cannabis.Why it matters: Inactive THC metabolites from cannabis can remain in urine samples for days or weeks, long after someone is no longer impaired.While recreational marijuana use has been legal in Washington state for more than a decade, until now it's also been legal for employers to refuse to hire people who test positive for using the drug.Details:...
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