SEA Airport to Sunset the Free Checkpoint Reservation Program After the Thanksgiving Holiday Earlier today, we announced the sunsetting of the SEA Spot Saver program. Starting November 30, 2026, SEA Spot Saver will no longer be available. All reservations booked from now until November 29 will be honored at TSA Checkpoint 4. Spot Saver is a popular program for passengers, and we know you’ve promoted it to your viewers too, so thank you for that. You may have some question

SEATTLE, WA (August 10, 2026) – Seattle Department of Neighborhoods invites residents of Seattle to save the date for Show Up, Seattle!, Seattle’s annual citywide day of service, taking place on Saturday, September 26, 2026. “As the Department of Neighborhoods celebrates 35 years of partnering with communities across Seattle, we’re especially grateful for the organizations, neighborhood groups, schools, faith communities, and residents who care for our city every day,” says Q

First agency infill station will connect new neighborhoods to 1 and 2 Lines Sound Transit announced today that Pinehurst Station will open for service on Wednesday, September 30. The newest Seattle station will connect communities near NE 130th Street to high-capacity rail rapid transit service, with 1 and 2 Line trains arriving every 4-5 minutes. Over time, the station is expected to serve around 3,400 riders with connections to community resources, local residents, and King

Seattle, WA-Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is replacing the existing Stan Sayres Boat Ramp, 3808 Lake Washington Blvd S, adjacent to Mount Baker Rowing and Sailing Center, which has reached the end of its useful life. Forma Construction will mobilize on Tuesday, September 8 to begin this work on the north section ramp. SPR anticipates this work will be completed by mid-October 2026. The entirety of Stan Sayres Boat Ramp will be closed until this work is complete Motoriz

TACOMA, WASH.— The Tacoma City Council is looking for qualified applicants who are Tacoma residents to fill the following positions on the Landmarks Preservation Commission: Architect (Two Positions): Open to individuals who are currently or have in the past been a professionally certified architect. At-Large (Two Positions): Open to individuals with a demonstrated interest in historic preservation. Professional (Three Positions): Open to individuals who have had profession

Tidy-Up Tacoma Teams Up with Community Partners for Citywide Cleanup Event September 19 TACOMA, Wash. – The City of Tacoma is partnering with two community-led litter cleanup groups, Litter Free 253 and Oscar's Enemies, for a Citywide Cleanup Event on Saturday, September 19, from 10 a.m. to noon. Volunteers can participate at locations across Tacoma, with bags, gloves and litter picking equipment provided at every site. The event's headline location is in Downtown Tacoma ne

Sept. 20 | Youth Power in Action; Day of Civic Engagement, Seattle City Hall. Local youth aged 14-19 are invited to meet City Officials, understand the work of city government, and practice ways to make their voice heard and organize in community to make positive change. Upcoming Community Events Aug. 6 - Oct. 3 | A Legacy Illuminated: Black Theater in the Pacific Northwest, King Street Station. Revisit historic Black theater in Seattle created by a generation of actors whose

Get outside and see salmon returning to King County rivers and streams this summer and fall. Find places to go from the interactive map on the Salmon SEEson website for several self-guided salmon viewing spots and in-person interpretive viewing opportunities. What better way to learn about salmon than seeing them as they return home from the ocean to spawn a new generation? Please contact Renee Leichliter to learn more! Feel free to forward to other people interested in envi

TACOMA, Wash. – As part of its ongoing work to address disparities for historically underutilized businesses owned by minority, women, and socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, the City of Tacoma’s Equity in Contracting (EIC) Program is hosting a workshop and Q&A session with the Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises (OMWBE) on the business certification process. This event will be held virtually on September 9, 2026, from 9 to 10

SEATTLE — Almost one year after opening its doors, DESC’s Opioid Recovery & Care Access (ORCA) Center, in partnership with the longer-standing ORCA Patient Outreach Division (POD), is demonstrating what is possible when lifesaving opioid use disorder treatment is available when and where people need it. The ORCA program includes the ORCA Center, DESC’s brick-and-mortar treatment and post-overdose care center, and ORCA POD, its mobile outreach team that brings treatment and ca

South Tacoma Glass Recycling Drop-Off Location Closing TACOMA, Wash. - The City of Tacoma’s Environmental Services Department is removing the South Tacoma glass recycling drop-off container at 56th Street and Tacoma Mall Boulevard, effective immediately. After nearly three years of hosting this glass recycling location, the site is now closed to public access. A full list of available glass drop-off locations is available at tacoma.gov/recycle. ###

SR 167 OPENING SOON SR 167 Corridor Improvements Project Project overview The SR 167 Corridor Improvements Project is comprised of the SR 167 Toll Equipment Upgrade Project and the SR 167, SR 516 to South 277th Street Southbound Auxiliary Lane Project. As part of the SR 167 Toll Equipment Upgrade Project, we plan to update the SR 167 toll system to create consistency along the I-405/SR 167 corridor. This project would upgrade the SR 167 toll equipment to be the same as the I-

SEATTLE, WA (September 2, 2026) – Seattle Department of Neighborhoods, Seattle Public Utilities, Seattle Parks & Recreation, Community School – West Seattle, and community partners held a press event earlier today to launch volunteer recruitment for Show Up, Seattle!, Day of Service, the annual event which takes place on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Volunteer registration opens today, September 2, 2026, at www.seattle.gov/day-of-service. “As we celebrate 35 years of the Depa

By Peter Duncan-Bey, Blanche Hines-Bey, Alex Asihene-El For the original peoples of North America, Noble Drew Ali taught three truths: first, that identity is not found in the brand names: Negro, Black, Colored, or Ethiopian; second, that declaring one's free and national name protects against all sorts of unlawful deprivations and abuses; and third, that through restoration of identity and nationality, our people may exit what Ali described as a condition of sin and reenter

Working-class men of every color have been in crisis for generations. The way out is to come together, for the sake of all our kids. By Ben Jealous I understood the depth of it first at a friend's twenty-first birthday party in college. Somebody raised a glass to celebrate him. Then another raised his and, before it reached his shoulder, tipped it. He poured libations for the ones who did not make it. Shot, or sent away, before the rest of us got to college. In a room of noth

Legendary Artists, Live Ink Contests, Burlesque & BurlesKaraoke Headline the Expo's 25th-Anniversary Weekend on August 14-16 Seattle, WA. (July 9, 2026) -The annualSeattle Tattoo Expo returns to Seattle Center’sExhibition Hall this August, bringing a unique showcase of tattoo culture and history, fan-favoritecontests, burlesque, karaoke, and more. Hosted by Seattle’s own legendary shopsHiddenHand TattooandSupergenius Tattoo, the 2026 Seattle Tattoo Expo brings the best tattoo

Six-year plan expands access to childcare, preschool, mental health care, food, college and in-demand trade programs SEATTLE (August 3) – Today, Mayor Katie Wilson signed the six-year spending plan legislation for the $1.3 billion education investment that Seattle voters overwhelmingly passed last fall following unanimous approval by Seattle City Council last week. The Families, Education, Preschool and Promise (FEPP) Levy Implementation and Evaluation Plan (Plan) provides a

Seattle, WA — August 4, 2026 — Seattle Neighborhood Group, in partnership with the Seattle Police Department, the Rainier Beach: A Beautiful Safe Place for Youth (ABSPY) Core Team, and local community organizations, will host a National Night Out event at Safeway Rainier Beach aimed at strengthening community relationships and advancing public safety. The event will take place on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Safeway Rainier Beach, located at 9262 Rainie

SEATTLE, WA — Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson accepted a letter of resignation from Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes. Chief Barnes was appointed by Mayor Bruce Harrell in late 2024 and has made substantial contributions to public safety in Seattle. "It has been an honor to serve the Seattle Police Department and this city," said Chief Barnes. "The men and women of this department show up every single day with professionalism and dedication, and what they did in the aftermath of

Seattle Department of Neighborhoods July 17 – 19 | Seafair Indian Days Powwow, Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center. The annual Powwow showcases traditional Indigenous cooking, jewelry-making, music, and especially dancing. Throughout the day, tribes from across the region in United States and Canada celebrate and honor cultural traditions through song, dance, and community. All are welcome to attend this free event! July 18 – 19 | Lavender U-Pick Sale, Interbay P-Patch. Expl

By mimicking cell membrane environments, new custom-designed proteins make water-repelling proteins soluble without detergents. IPD WRAPs researcher Ljubica Mihaljevic works at a lab bench at the Institute for Protein Design. Embedded in the boundary between the inside and outside of each cell are membrane proteins. They act as first responders by sensing signals, regulating which molecules enter and leave the cell, and enabling cells to quickly adapt

Match at a Glance 🏆 FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 🇺🇸 USA (Stars and Stripes) 🇧🇪 Belgium (Red Devils) 📍 Seattle Stadium (Lumen Field) ⏰ 5:00 PM PDT 8:00 PM ET 🚪 2:00 PM PDT Now Open 📺 FOX (English) 📺 Telemundo / Peacock (Spanish) 🏆 Winner → Quarterfinals 🚇 Link Light Rail Every 8 min, extended service Kickoff is just hours away as the Stars and Stripes return to the Pacific Northwest seeking a historic result against the Red Devils — here's everything Seattle fans

Here is a preview of what's to come tomorrow, July 6 for LET’S PLAY SEA ’26 - World Soccer Fan Celebration at Seattle Center, as matchday in Seattle extends to Seattle Center, where fans gather for a USA vs. Belgium watch party. Activations for Tomorrow – Monday, July 6 Let's Play SEA '26-Watch Parties at Mural Amphitheatre Let's Play SEA'26 Visual Arts at Seattle Center: Sand Sculpture Installation by Jamie Loukes Traditions: Connecting Threads of Shared Humanity – A Festá

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup set to attract millions of fans across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, getting to and from stadiums will be a key consideration for supporters traveling to matches. While ticket prices and accommodation costs often dominate the conversation, the ease of accessing a venue can have a significant impact on the overall fan experience. To identify the best-connected host venues, Hard Rock Bet analyzed every 2026 FIFA World Cup stadium across Nor