Seattle, WA — Community members, elected officials, partners, and supporters gathered on June 5 in Rainier Beach for a soil-turning ceremony marking the start of construction on the Tubman Health Center, a 26,000-square-foot community-designed health facility years in the making. Located within walking distance of the Rainier Beach light rail station, the future site became a place of ceremony and reflection, honoring the collective effort that brought the project to this

Let me tell you about my pastor, Rev. Dr. Robert L. Jeffrey, Sr. of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church. Some pastors preach from the pulpit. Pastor Jeffrey has spent his life preaching, teaching, building, and serving. Long before arriving in Seattle in 1986, he was already making a difference through civil rights advocacy, poverty reduction programs, community development, and education. His life’s work has been centered on helping people who have been locked out of opportun

SEATTLE - Today, Mayor Katie B. Wilson released the following statement on FIFA World Cup safety: "Earlier this week, I received an updated briefing from the Seattle Police Department and Federal Bureau of Investigation on the current global and local threat environment. The breadth and depth of intelligence gathering that informed the briefing identified general but credible threats to safety and security during the games. While not unexpected given an event of this magnitud

by SEA_Neighborhoods on May 26, 2026 Award Nomination Form || On May 2, the Department of Neighborhoods (DON) kicked off a yearlong celebration to mark our 35th Anniversary. The recognition began on Neighbor Day, a citywide tradition that was initiated by a community member to celebrate the “goodness in those around us and strengthen our bonds with one another.” Since our establishment in 1991, DON has helped neighbors turn connection into action by bringing people together a

June 1, 2026 – On June 1, ORCA is launching a new promotional pass, the 3-Day Puget Pass, allowing riders to save money on transit across the Puget Sound region throughout the summer. This promotional Regional Day Pass is available through August 31, 2026. The 3-Day Puget Pass is a multi-day pass which allows adult fare riders to travel around the region for an $18.00 flat rate, or $6.00 for ORCA LIFT and RRFP Senior and Disabled fare riders. This pass makes it simple for r

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Public Health Camp When: August 3 to 7, 9am to 3:30pm Where: King County Chinook Building (401 5th Avenue, Seattle) Ages: Young people 16 and older About:  Learn about public health and explore STEAM career paths! This hands-on learning opportunity will immerse participants in the daily work of nurses, research scientists, epidemiologists, health educators and more. Lunch and snacks provided each day. See highlights from last year’s camp on the Public Health Insider blog. Co

Buses replace trains from Capitol Hill to Stadium and South Bellevue stations Passengers are reminded that Link 1 and 2 Line trains will experience significant disruptions this Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31 for planned system maintenance on the Crosslake Connection, and rail replacement work in the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel. Link shuttle buses will replace trains during the work, serving all closed stations. During the closure, 1 Line trains will operate from Lyn

Next Planning Meeting: Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM 2300 E. Yesler Way, Seattle, WA 98122 You are invited to set aside differences and stand together—no matter your faith, tradition, or background. Let us fill the room with one shared intention: Healing, for ourselves, our neighbors, our city, and our world. Join the Planning Committee: praisefirstprayalways@gmail.com Phone: (509) 780-6318 A Statewide Community Call For Unity Of the People Of God In obedience

Let me tell you about my pastor, Rev. Dr. Anthony Newell Sr. of Restoration Bible Church, located at 228 S. 128th St. in Seattle. When I call, he’s always there. No matter what I’m facing, he knows how to meet me where I’m at. He looks past the faults and sees the needs. Even when I struggle to explain myself, somehow he still understands what I’m trying to say. He doesn’t judge situations or people. Instead, he leads with wisdom, patience, and compassion. To me, he’s more th

The Philharmonia Campus Orchestra this Saturday, May 30, at Meany Hall for the Performing Arts. The 3 PM concert is free and open to the public. Tyree was selected as the winner of the 2026 Key to Change UW Concerto Competition through the organization’s partnership with the University of Washington School of Music. This annual competition gives one student the opportunity to perform with the university’s philharmonic orchestra. During the concert, Tyree will perform the thir

Buses replace trains from Capitol Hill to Stadium and South Bellevue stations 1 Line and 2 Line trains will experience significant disruptions on Saturday, May 30 and Sunday, May 31 for planned system maintenance on the Crosslake Connection and rail replacement in the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel. Link shuttle buses will replace trains, serving all affected stations during the closure. During the closure, 1 Line trains will operate from Lynnwood to Capitol Hill and from St

Seattle Center celebration highlights unity, culture, and connection through African and diasporic traditions The vibrant cultures and traditions of Africa and the African diaspora will be celebrated 1 – 9 p.m. on Saturday, May 16th during the Spirit of Africa festival at the Seattle Center Armory Food & Event Hall. This free, day-long celebration invites the public to enjoy live music and dance performances, explore an African Diaspora Cultural Marketplace, experience a

Seattle, WA-Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is hosting an Open House to share an update on the Morgan Junction Park Expansion Schematic Design. Join us on May 13, 2026 from 6 to 7:30 pm, at The Kenney, 7125 Fauntleroy Way SW in West Seattle. The Open House will provide an opportunity for community members to view the updated schematic design, connect with the project team and learn more about the current phase of the project. The expansion area is now open to the publi

Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) is excited to announce the 2026 Summer Aquatics hours! Whether you’re looking to swim laps, cool off, or spend time at the beach, SPR offers a variety of ways to enjoy the water across the city all summer long. Explore the 2026 Summer Aquatic schedules:  Outdoor Pools Summer Beaches Indoor Pools Wading Pools Sprayparks Boat Ramps Outdoor Pools This summer’s outdoor pool season will kick off with preseason operations beginning May

April 28, 2026 (SEATTLE) – Seattle/King County Clinic returned for its 11th year April 23–26 at Seattle Center, once again demonstrating the power of community-based action in the face of growing healthcare gaps. Over four days, more than 3,100 people received free dental, vision, medical and social services, thanks to the dedication of over 5,000 clinical and non-clinical volunteers. Led by Seattle Center and Seattle Center Foundation, the Clinic is a collaborative effort

Sound Transit will be altering service to accommodate necessary work impacting Link light rail. Buses will replace trains during limited periods. Monthly Maintenance Window (April 28-30) Buses replace 2 Line trains during late night hours between South Bellevue and Overlake Village stations. BelRed Crossing Panel Installation (May 2) Buses replace 2 Line trains from start of service until noon between Spring District and Overlake Village stations for crossing system modificat

Seattle sports fans can save on travel time, parking and gas by taking Sound Transit’s popular Sounder trains to this Sunday’s Mariners game. Special Sounder service is in addition to Link light rail, ST Express and King County Metro service to and from T-Mobile Park. The special service will be available Sunday, May 3, for the 1:10 p.m. Mariners game against the Kansas City Royals. The inbound Sounder S Line train departs Lakewood at 10:11 a.m. The train will stop at all

SEATTLE, Wash.- From tool libraries to community gardens and composting workshops, there are so many ways to reduce waste in our community. Seattle Public Utilities and WM are teaming up for the eighth year in a row to invest $10,000 in Seattle businesses and nonprofi ts. The ReThink Waste G rants program was developed to help community organizations prevent and reduce waste and increase recycling and composting. The grants are open to community organizations, small businesse

A special celebration is right around the corner. And though it may be Seattle’s simplest holiday, it also just might be the most needed right now. Not sure what I'm referring to? It's Neighbor Day, of course, our department’s annual celebration of community, connection, and the power of neighbors working together. Neighbor Day began in 1995 as a proclamation from Mayor Norm Rice “to honor the goodness in those around us” and strengthen our bonds with one another. On Satur