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Kohl-Welles honored with council’s Women Uplifting Women Award

During the celebration of Women’s History Month — a tradition she introduced in her first year on the council — Jeanne Kohl-Welles was honored as the award's inaugural recipient.

Survey: No support for new taxes as Seattle faces growing deficit

The Seattle Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce’s latest survey of Seattle voters revealed that more than three-quarters do not want taxes raised.

Seattle’s cruise season projects fewer sailings, but still up from pre-2020

Port officials project the 2024 season — which runs from April 6 to Oct. 28 – will see 275 sailings.

Queen Anne Helpline news, updates

The latest happenings from the community group.

Report: State’s economic outlook continues to worsen

Washington remained in the lower half of U.S. states in terms of economic outlook, according to a new report that faults the state's high tax burden and rising labor costs.

Kittens and Critters to take over ‘Kitty Hall’

The cutest and cuddliest event of the year will happen on Thursday, April 11.

Joe Mizrahi and Sarah Clark appointed to Seattle School Board

Joe Mizrahi and Sarah Clark have been sworn in as the newest members of the Seattle School Board.

2024 Northwest Green Home Tour set for April 27

The Northwest Green Home Tour is gearing up for another year on Saturday, April 27.

Various factors driving up car insurance premiums in Washington state

On the heels of a double-digit increase last year, Washington state drivers can expect to pay even more for auto insurance this year.

No good news about student learning on 4-year anniversary of COVID school closures

Four years ago this month, schools nationwide shut down as COVID-19 numbers skyrocketed and students were sent home for what was initially planned to be two weeks.

Sound Transit given $68.9M federal grant for south King County bus stations

Sound Transit has been awarded a $68.9 million grant by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Celebrate 35 years of harmony and friendship with Magnolia Chorale

On Saturday, May 4 and Sunday, May 5, Magnolia Chorale will celebrate 35 years of entertaining Seattle audiences with two special concerts themed: “Celebrating the Past. Building the Future.”

Celebrating Easter

This weekend, Queen Anne Community Center hosted its annual Spring Egg Hunt.

Eight candidates vie for Queen Anne and Magnolia School Board seats

The Seattle School Board held a forum for the eight final candidates seeking to fill vacant director positions in the District 4 for Queen Anne and District 2 for Magnolia school districts.

Salmon recovery proponents say several bills got away this legislative session

Supporters of salmon recovery efforts in Washington state were optimistic going into this year's short 60-day legislative session.