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Latino Civic Alliance to Receive Funding for Violence Prevention
The Washington Department of Commerce has announced $7.6 million in grants to a plethora of community-based violence prevention organizations. These organizations are disproportionately clustered in King, Pierce and Spokane Counties, where firearm violence tends to exert the heaviest toll. (In the state's most populous city, there were over 70 homicides last year - a level of carnage unmatched in recent Seattle history.)
Johnson faces frustration from hard-liners on spending issues
Hard-line conservatives in the House left Washington frustrated that Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) didn’t uphold his promises on pushing through spending legislation — though they did not necessarily blame him. Johnson has now been in his post longer than his predecessor, who was ousted in part due to frustration with how he handled spending issues. […]
Seattle Parks and Recreation Unveils Fall 2024 Program Lineup, Registrations Open August 13
Seattle residents who are keen on jazzing up their autumn routine should mark their calendars. According to Parkways Seattle, Seattle Parks and Recreation has unveiled its Fall 2024 program brochures, packed with a variety of in-person, drop-in, and virtual offerings. Registration kicks off on August 13, 2024, offering an array...
Amazon Go Store Opens in Downtown Bellevue
The newest Amazon Go store opens today in Bellevue at 10819 4th St. NE. Hours are 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Monday-Friday. A grand-opening celebration was planned at 8:30 this morning at the 1,400-square-foot store and was scheduled to include a ribbon cutting; remarks by Amazon Go’s regional leader, Michelle Izeppi; and Bellevue Mayor Lynne Robinson. Representatives from the Bellevue Downtown Association and Bellevue Chamber of Commerce also were expected to attend.
Business Journal: Construction begins on 7-story development that will rise above Chop Suey, Diesel, and the Madison Pub
Developers say work is finally beginning on the seven-story mixed-use development planned to slide into the block between Chop Suey and queer bars Madison Pub and Diesel at 14th and Madison. The Puget Sound Business Journal reports Euclid Development says construction has started on the seven-story, 138-unit development with hopes...
Here's when K-12 schools go back to school in western Washington
SEATTLE - Even though summer activities and Seafair festivities are in full swing, students across Washington state are preparing to head back to school. The first day of classes varies by district, spanning from August 27 to Sept. 13, with staggered starts for different grades in some districts. From Seattle...
Adopt-A-Street to keep Bellevue beautiful
Program to build neighborhood pride while keeping streets litter-free. The City of Bellevue is launching Adopt-A-Street, a new program of Keep Bellevue Beautiful that partners with the community to maintain Bellevue as a safe and clean city in which to live, work and play. Adopt-A-Street is a volunteer-driven initiative that...
Clear, sunny skies and average temps before the triple digits return to the lowlands
Air Quality Alert for Yakima, Chelan, Okanogan, and Ferry Counties in Washington until further notice…. Regional wildfire smoke can impact respiratory issues, irritate eyes, and cause a scratchy throat. Sensitive groups in Eastern Washington and Oregon could be at risk for smoke inhalation if air quality continues to worsen. Wildfire...
Match Recap: Seattle Reign FC Ends Summer Cup Run
In the team's third and final group stage match of the NWSL x Liga MX Summer Cup, the Reign fell 1-0 to Portland Thorns FC. The home-side's first half goal made all the difference, despite the Reign earning nearly 54% possession in the match and outshooting Portland 19 shots to eight.
New approach showing through for Mike Macdonald with Seattle Seahawks
RENTON, Wash. - It's just a week into training camp for the Seattle Seahawks, but some of the differences under new head coach Mike Macdonald are starting to become obvious. Macdonald dedicated an entire training camp practice on Wednesday to an expanded walkthrough with players in T-shirts instead of jerseys and pads. On Monday, Macdonald had the team practice at 10 a.m. after spending the first several days of practice on the field in the afternoon.
Coast Guard Arrives in Seattle for Seafair Fleet Week
JULY 31, 2024 – Coast Guardsmen assigned to five U.S. Coast Guard cutters, CGC David Duren, CGC Henry Blake, CGC Osprey, CGC Sea Lion and CGC Terrapin, are scheduled to arrive in Seattle to participate in annual Seafair activities, July 30 – August 4. CGC David Duren, CGC...
Chris Stapleton Rains Hot Dogs From the Sky in Seattle [Watch]
During Chris Stapleton's recent All-American Road Show stop at Seattle's T-Mobile Park, the price of admission came with a tasty snack. As the singer performed his hit "Parachute," glowing mini-parachutes descended into the crowd — and attached to each one was a hot dog. Yep, you read that right:...
Six Local Competitors to Compete to Become Distinguished Young Woman of Washington
PULLMAN - Eight high school seniors are competing to represent the state of Washington at the America’s Distinguished Young Women Program next June in Mobile, Ala. Six of the competitors are from southeast Washington. The state program is set for 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at the Pullman High...
Free Wildfire Home Assessment Tour Offered by King Conservation District
King Conservation District (KCD), in collaboration with Eastside Fire and Rescue and the Fall City Fire Department, offers a free wildfire home assessment tour on August 26th. This educational event aims to help residents prepare their homes against the increasing threat of wildfires in the Pacific Northwest, exacerbated by climate change.
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