The Seattle City Council has unanimously approved a resolution to support a long-term effort to modernize Seattle Center, setting the stage for a potential bond measure in 2027 to fund major infrastructure upgrades.
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City Council Approves Emergency Moratorium On Large Data Centers
The Seattle City Council has unanimously approved an emergency moratorium on new large-scale data centers to allow city officials to study the potential impacts of the rapidly growing industry on utility rates, infrastructure, water resources and public health.
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Seattle Prepares For World Cup, Juneteenth And Pride With Enhanced Security Measures
Seattle will activate closed-circuit television cameras in the Stadium District during the 2026 FIFA World Cup to ensure public safety, following updated security briefings identifying general but credible threats.
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Four UW Students Build Community Through Culture And Entrepreneurship
Lumiere is a candle company founded by four University of Washington students of color, who use their personal stories and heritage to create unique scents that connect customers to their own memories and culture.
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DelBene Pushes $52 Million Federal Funding Package For Transportation, Water, And Public Safety Projects
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene is seeking more than $52 million in federal funding for 20 infrastructure and community projects across Washington’s 1st Congressional District, targeting transportation, water access, public safety, economic development, and environmental resilience.
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Seattle Center Unveils Massive Fan Celebration Plans For FIFA World Cup 2026
Seattle Center will host the LET’S PLAY SEA ’26 World Soccer Fan Celebration, a campus-wide event featuring music, art, food, and activities for soccer fans, families, residents, and international visitors from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
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UW Hosts Thousands of Students for Hands-On Engineering Discovery Days
Over 9,000 K-12 students from Washington state visited the University of Washington for Engineering Discovery Days, a two-day event featuring interactive exhibits and demonstrations to spark interest in STEM fields.
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Seattle Public Library Reports 12.7 Million Checkouts, 3.4 Million Visits In 2025
The Seattle Public Library recorded more than 12.7 million checkouts and 3.4 million in-person visits in 2025, highlighting continued demand for books, digital media and community services, with digital borrowing surpassing physical materials and the library hosting more than 5,800 programs and providing technology access for over 400,000 hours.
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Ferguson Appoints Former Judge Matthew Segal To State Public Disclosure Commission
Gov. Bob Ferguson has appointed Seattle attorney and former King County Superior Court judge Matthew Segal to the Washington Public Disclosure Commission, where he will emphasize transparency and fairness in overseeing campaign finance and political reporting.
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King County Proposes 12.75% Sewer Rate Increase For 2027
King County officials have proposed a 12.75% increase in sewer rates for 2027 to fund upgrades to the wastewater system, meet environmental regulations, and expand capacity for a growing population.
