WSDOT crews will be doing major roadwork on I-5 and SR 99 in Seattle from Aug. 15 to late August, resulting in full freeway closures, overnight detours, and lane reductions.
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Weekend I-5 Closure In Seattle Will Severely Impact Northbound Travel
Northbound I-5 will be closed from the I-90 interchange to Northeast 45th Street from Friday, Aug. 15 to Monday, Aug. 18 due to the WSDOT’s “Revive I-5” project, resulting in major delays and the need for alternate routes.
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37th District Democrats Condemn Cantwell Over Gaza, Netanyahu Meeting
The 37th Legislative District Democrats have condemned U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell for her meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and her support for military aid to Israel, citing her failure to “work towards peace and justice” for Palestinians.
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Common, Brandon Roy Lead Rise Above Basketball Event In Seattle
Rise Above hosted a youth basketball camp at Garfield High School, drawing stars from sports, entertainment, and city leadership to inspire the next generation and promote sports as a tool to build teamwork, discipline, and healthy habits.
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New Program Expands Support For Small Business Safety And Recovery
The City of Seattle has launched its Back to Business program to help small businesses recover from vandalism and prevent future property damage, offering grants for repairs, preventive safety upgrades, and neighborhood-level improvements.
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Seattle Public Library Offers Rich Summer Calendar Of Free Events
Seattle Public Library is hosting a variety of free arts and author events throughout August, including a Silent Reading Party, a new exhibit celebrating Black life in the Northwest, and a summer book club finale with environmental journalist Lynda Mapes.
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Odessa Brown Clinic Returns To Central District With Community Celebration
Seattle’s Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic (OBCC) is celebrating the grand opening of its new Central District location with a free community event, featuring expanded services and a focus on behavioral health, to meet the evolving needs of families.
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Seattle’s Coyote Central Empowers Youth Through Creative Learning
Coyote Central is a Seattle-based organization that has been helping young people confront inequality for 35 years by fostering creativity and equipping them with the skills to shape their own futures through hands-on learning experiences.
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New Parking Rates Take Effect In Seattle
Seattle’s street parking rates have been updated based on recent parking data, with 70% of rates unchanged, 21% increased by $0.50/hr, and 9% decreased by $0.50/hr, in order to balance parking demand and availability.
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Chief Barnes Appeals For Help Following Deadly Weekend Of Gun Violence
Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes is urging residents to help prevent gun violence after three homicides over four days, and is asking community members to share information and report warning signs to police.
