Elected officials from across Washington state are urging the Legislature and Governor to pass progressive revenue measures and grant local governments greater authority over taxation to address budget deficits and ensure stable and sustainable budgeting.
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Nathan Rouse Qualifies For Seattle’s Democracy Voucher Program
Nathan Rouse, a public defender and legal advocate, has qualified for Seattle’s Democracy Voucher Program in his bid for City Attorney, demonstrating grassroots support and a platform that balances public safety with community investment.
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Mayor Harrell Signs Bills To Boost Downtown Seattle’s Economy And Housing
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell signed two pieces of legislation to advance the Downtown Activation Plan, which will help fill vacant storefronts with a wider variety of uses and keep critical housing projects alive, providing thousands of units of housing for residents.
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Seattle Office of Immigrant And Refugee Affairs Condemns Funding Cuts
The Trump administration’s decision to slash funding for the Unaccompanied Children Program will leave thousands of immigrant minors without legal representation, and the Seattle Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs has launched a $240,000 Rapid Response Fund to support local legal services.
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Affordable Housing Project to Support Homeless Veterans and Seniors In Seattle
The City of Seattle has selected Chief Seattle Club to develop up to 100 units of permanent supportive housing at Fort Lawton, part of a redevelopment effort that will create up to 500 affordable homes and nearly 22 acres of new public parkland.
Posted inPodcasts
Ep. 3: Kristi Brown’s Culinary Journey Culminates In Acclaimed Family Restaurant
Kristi Brown, the owner and executive chef of COMMUNION Restaurant & Bar, has embarked on a culinary journey culminating in the establishment of a family-owned and operated restaurant, garnering accolades both locally and internationally.
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Seattle Parks Invites Community To Celebrate Opening Of South Park Plaza This Saturday
Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting a grand opening event for South Park Plaza on Saturday, April 26, from noon to 2 p.m., featuring music, food, and opportunities to explore the new park and meet neighbors.
Posted inArts, Arts & Culture, Culture
Seattle Hosts First-Ever Civic Poet Inauguration, Welcomes Dujie Tahat To The Role
Dujie Tahat was appointed as the fifth Civic Poet for the Seattle Civic Poet program, which aims to bring poetry into the day-to-day workings of city government and foster engagement between the arts community, the general public, and local government.
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Seattle’s French Fest Celebrates Francophone Cultures with Free Festival
Seattle’s French Fest returns to Seattle Center on March 23, featuring music, dance, cuisine, film screenings, and cultural traditions from Francophone communities, with a focus on sustainability and social well-being.
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People From These Metros Are Looking To Buy Homes In Seattle
Gorodenkoff // Shutterstock Written by Stacker Home prices are largely starting to normalize across the country but remain high even as more homes come to the market. Record-high mortgage rates are keeping homes largely unaffordable for most buyers. Even a percentage point increase can increase a monthly mortgage payment by more than $100. That’s causing […]
