Western Washington is expecting to experience its most significant heat of the year beginning later this week and continuing into next week, with the potential for hazardous heat conditions developing by early next week.
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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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Mayor Wilson Unveils AI Vision Centered On Ethics, Workers, And Public Good
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson has unveiled a plan to make the city a leader in AI development and governance, prioritizing public good, worker protections, environmental responsibility, and ethical oversight, while also providing employees with access to AI tools and blocking unapproved AI tools that have not undergone internal review.
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New Light Rail Link Connects Seattle To Eastside Across Lake Washington
The new light rail connection between Seattle and the Eastside provides a faster, more reliable, and traffic-free option for commuters to travel between the two cities, with trains running every 8-15 minutes.
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Judkins Park Light Rail Station To Open This Saturday
Sound Transit’s Judkins Park Station has opened, providing direct light rail access between Seattle and cities on the Eastside, as well as improved pedestrian, cyclist, and transit access to the surrounding area.
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Danica Nobles Launches Campaign For 32nd District State Rep.
Danica Noble, an anti-monopoly and consumer protection attorney, has announced her candidacy for the Washington State House of Representatives, Position 1, in the 32nd Legislative District, with a campaign focused on affordability, education, and consumer protection.
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The SHE-conomy Is Alive And Well In The PNW!
Black women entrepreneurs in Washington state are leading a growth story, with Black women-owned businesses increasing by 71.6% between 2017 and 2022, generating over $1 billion in revenue and boasting an 80.3% survival rate, despite facing challenges in accessing funding.
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Seahawks Super Bowl Victory Parade Set For Wednesday In Downtown Seattle
Seattle will celebrate the Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX championship with a citywide parade on February 11, expected to draw between 750,000 and one million fans, with regional transit providers offering expanded services to accommodate the crowds.
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WorkSource Rainier Office To Temporarily Close For Remodeling
WorkSource Rainier in Seattle will be temporarily closed for remodeling from Dec. 4 to Dec. 22, during which job seekers can access services at nearby WorkSource locations or virtually.
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Seattle Native Quang Le Navigates Path To Naval Officer Aboard USS Boxer
Midshipman 2nd Class Quang Le, a Seattle native and student at the U.S. Naval Academy, recently completed hands-on training aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Boxer as part of the Navy’s Career Orientation and Training for Midshipmen program, gaining firsthand experience of the strategic role the vessel plays in naval operations.
