Seattle unveiled honorary street signs naming a section of South Jackson Street “Dr. RL Manaway, Sr. Way” to recognize Reverend Dr. Robert L. Manaway Sr.’s over forty years of leadership in the Central District.
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Seattle Center Renewal Plan Wins Council Approval
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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Report Details Progress, Challenges In City Of Seattle Tribal Partnerships
Seattle city officials have released a report highlighting progress and ongoing challenges in strengthening relationships with Tribal Nations and Native communities, following the 2025 City of Seattle Tribal Nations Summit.
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Public Input Sought As Seattle Advances Phase 2 Of Comprehensive Plan
Seattle City Councilmember Eddie Lin is inviting residents of District 2 to provide feedback on the city’s Comprehensive Plan, which will guide decisions on housing, jobs, transportation, and infrastructure for the next 20 years.
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Dr. Sandra Valenciano Selected To Lead Public Health Seattle/King County
Dr. Sandra Valenciano has been appointed as the next Director of Public Health – Seattle and King County, pending confirmation by the Metropolitan King County Council and Seattle City Council.
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Seattle Pauses CCTV Expansion, Orders Audit Ahead Of World Cup
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has paused expansion of the city’s surveillance camera program and ordered a privacy and data governance audit to balance public safety needs with oversight and civil liberties.
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Sound Transit Faces Criticism Over South Seattle, Ballard Rail Delays
Sound Transit is considering delaying or scaling back key Seattle light rail projects due to a $34.5 billion funding gap, raising concerns about whether the agency can maintain public trust while reconsidering projects that communities have been promised for decades.
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Wilson Announces Legislation To Rapidly Expand Seattle Shelter Capacity
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has proposed legislation to open 1,000 new units of shelter and emergency housing with wrap-around services this year, calling on residents, community organizations and service providers to help bring more people indoors.
