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Endorsement: The Seattle Transportation Levy will be a massive investment in safe, efficient streets
Now that Mayor Harrell and the City Council have officially sent the $1.55 billion 2024 Transportation Levy (PDF) to Seattle voters in November, we can put all the debates about expanding the levy behind us and take stock of how it ended up. With $160.5 million for Vision Zero, $193 million for sidewalks and ADA work, $151 million for transit corridors and access, $133.5 million for bicycle safety, and $66.5 million for a new people streets and public spaces budget line, the 2024 levy proposal is by far the best Seattle transportation funding measure in recent memory. It will* do more for walking, biking and transit in our city than the 2015 Move Seattle Levy, which was itself the city’s best transportation funding measure in recent memory.
Woman Arrested After Shooting Inside South Seattle Nightclub
Seattle Police arrested a woman for shooting inside of the Showbox nightclub in South Seattle on July 5th. At 10:29 p.m., patrol officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 1700 block of 1st Avenue South. Officers arrived and secured the scene for further investigation. Officers determined a physical...
Record warmth, dry weather in store for July in Seattle
SEATTLE - Sea-Tac Airport is entering what could be the longest stretch of consecutive days in the 80s (or higher). It's also been the second-warmest start to July on record!. Highs this afternoon skyrocket to the upper 80s and low 90s in Central and South Puget Sound. Quick reality check: the average high for today is 78 degrees, so we'll certainly be well above that.
Seattle incentivizes new office-to-residential conversions
The Seattle City Council has approved a bill that will exempt projects converting commercial buildings into housing from key development regulations and fees. Since the start of the pandemic, politicians and the public have wondered aloud if half-empty office buildings could become much-needed housing. Developers balked at the high price of such conversion projects and technical challenges, leading lawmakers to offer tax breaks and other enticing benefits to spur this type of project.
VIDEO: Woman rejoices as she finds father's ashes inside U-Haul stolen from Belltown condo
SEATTLE — Megan Plunkett can breathe a sigh of relief now after a U-Haul which was stolen from outside of her Belltown condo was found. She woke up on Wednesday with only the clothes on her back and one suitcase. It had been a day since someone stole her...
Police investigating theft of WWII tribute statue in Seattle
SEATTLE — A statue that’s a symbol of peace is now the focus of a police investigation. Someone stole the work of art from a park in Seattle’s University District. That statue, called Sadako and the Thousand Paper Cranes, is now gone from Peace Park after someone cut the five-foot bronze sculpture at the feet.
Seattle City Council passes ordinance to adopt harsher penalties for illegal street racing
SEATTLE — Seattle City Council voted Tuesday to approve emergency legislation aimed at stopping illegal street racers in their tracks. The Council Bill 120806, sponsored by Councilmembers Bob Kettle and Tanya Woo, passed by an 8-1 vote. Councilmember Tammy Morales was the lone no vote. The ordinance amends the...
Mariners Trade Proposal Lands $2.6 Million Former All-Star in a 4-Player Swap
The Seattle Mariners are leading the way in the American League West with a 52-46 record. However, according to MLB Network’s Jon Morosi, the club will be looking for an “everyday bat” at the July 30 trade deadline. A trade proposal from Bleacher Report’s Robbie Hyde brings Miami Marlins Jazz Chisholm Jr. to Seattle.
Baby gorilla needs a new mom, zoo says
Efforts to coax a gorilla to bond with her newborn have switched to looking for a suitable surrogate among three other adult female gorillas, according to Woodland Park Zoo. What's happening: 22-year-old Akenji gave birth to the as-yet-unnamed boy on June 28, but she "repeatedly turned away from him" and indicated "she is not interested," said interim animal care manager Rachel Vass in an emailed statement.
Seattle City Light to increase rates due to higher demand, rising energy costs
SEATTLE - The Seattle City Light Department recently announced a plan to increase rates for customers amid a growing energy demand and heightened labor costs. Customers could see a 5.4% rate increase in 2025 and 2026, which equates to about an extra $5 per month or $10 per bi-monthly billing cycle for the typical Seattle City Light customer.
North Seattle student completes degree at Wichita State University
WICHITA, Kan. (July 15, 2024) - More than 2,380 students completed a total of 2,645 degrees and certificates at Wichita State University in spring 2024. HOMETOWN, STATE; NAME, DEGREE, MAJOR, HONORS (if listed) Seattle, WA. Tanisha L Alexander, Bachelor of General Studies, General Studies Social Work. Wichita State University is...
PHOTOS: Nika Muhl Looked Absolutely Stunning In Her All-Black Pregame Outfit That Showed Plenty Of Skin
The Seattle Storm played an important WNBA game against the Minnesota Lynx on Friday, and Nike Muhl came dressed for the occasion. Muhl was turning heads with another elite WNBA pregame outfit on Sunday. The Seattle Storm have been playing some of their best basketball in recent weeks, and it...
Man shot while riding motorcycle in Ballard
Police are investigating a shooting in a Ballard neighborhood. Shortly after 2:00 a.m., 911 Dispatch (CARE) received reports of a shooting at 15th Avenue Northwest and Northwest 80th Street. Police arrived and found a 33-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to the lower back area. Officers provided aid until Seattle Fire Department arrived. The victim was transported to Harborview Medical Center in serious condition.
Corman Competes in the National FCCLA STAR Event Competition
Caydence Corman competes at the FCCLA national competition in Seattle, WA. Seattle, WA, July 2024 – The 2024 FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) took place in Seattle, WA, from June 29 – July 3, drawing more than 8,000 students, educators, and guests from across the nation. This gathering provided a valuable platform for attendees to expand their leadership skills, sharpen their talents, explore career pathways, and listen to inspiring speakers.
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