Beginning in January 2027, thousands more Seattle households will be eligible for discounts on electricity, water, sewer and garbage bills as the city expands the income limits for its Utility Discount Program.
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Public Input Sought As Court-Ordered Changes Move Forward At Denny Blaine Park
Seattle Parks and Recreation is seeking public input on new rules and long-term improvements at Denny Blaine Park as the city implements a court order stemming from a dispute over lewd conduct, clothing-optional recreation and the impact of park activity on neighboring residents.
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Seattle City Council Approves Ban On Rental ‘Junk Fees,’ New Pricing Rules
The Seattle City Council unanimously approved legislation that will prohibit various prohibited rental fees and require landlords to disclose the full monthly cost of housing starting July 1, 2027.
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Seattle Health Leader Named Washington’s 2026 Immunization Champion
Alyssa Caucci, director of quality and patient engagement at Neighborcare Health, has been named Washington’s 2026 Immunization Champion for her efforts to increase childhood vaccination rates and reduce disparities in access to immunizations.
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Earshot Jazz Festival Returns To Seattle With 38th Year Celebrating Jazz Legends And New Voices
The 38th annual Earshot Jazz Festival is scheduled to run from Oct. 7 through Oct. 25, 2026, featuring performances by international stars and local artists while celebrating the centennials of jazz legends John Coltrane and Miles Davis.
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Washington-Led Coalition Wins Court Ruling Protecting Federal Homelessness Funding
A federal court blocked a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funding policy that Washington attorney general Nick Brown and a multistate coalition argued would have jeopardized permanent housing for thousands of residents.
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Tewolde Leads Santos in 37th District Primary; Street, Scott Post Commanding Results
Kelabe Tewolde defeated incumbent Sharon Tomiko Santos in the 37th Legislative District’s Position 1 primary, joining Chipalo Street and Jaelynn Scott in advancing to the November general election.
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Seattle Proposal Would Expand Services, Create New Rules For People Living In Vehicles
Seattle City Councilmember Dan Strauss has introduced a six-part legislative package called the Vehicle Resident Assistance Program (VRAP) to provide support for vehicle residents through expanded outreach, safe lots, and a new permit system.
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Miss Central District Teen USA Virgo Fields Heads To Clark Atlanta University
Miss Central District Teen USA Virgo Fields is set to attend Clark Atlanta University this fall to study political science after graduating with honors and nearly completing an Associate of Science degree.
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Habitat For Humanity Completes Condominium Project In Columbia City
Habitat for Humanity Seattle-King & Kittitas Counties completed Liberty Commons, a 58-unit condominium development in Seattle’s Columbia City neighborhood, marking the largest project in the organization’s history.
