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Savvy Senior: How to help a hoarding parent

My dad has always been a pack rat, but since mom died a few years ago he’s become more of a hoarder. The clutter in his house has gotten out of control and I don’t know what to do. Any suggestions?

Recipe: Faux pho

It would be inaccurate to call this nourishing soup an authentic Vietnamese pho. The essence of pho is a daylong-simmered broth, typically made from beef or chicken bones.

Witness: Nate Gowdy captures big moments through his lens

Nate Gowdy is a photographer whose work explores the intersection of social movements, cultural identity, and political spectacle. For the past 15 years, he has called Seattle home, earning recognition for his compelling visual storytelling rooted in these themes. While his career took off in the Pacific Northwest, he has recently gained international acclaim for his documentary fine art photography examining American politics. His latest exhibition at Spectrum Fine Art in Madrona, however, narrows its focus to a single pivotal day: January 6, 2021.

Madison, WI police chief named next head of the Seattle Police Department

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell is appointing Madison, Wis. Police Chief Shon Barnes to be the next Seattle police chief within the same week Barnes is handles a deadly school shooting in Wisconsin.

Seattle City Council’s first act of 2025? Filling its District 2 vacancy

The Seattle City Council’s first action of the new year will be finding a replacement for the District 2 position. Earlier this month, Tammy Morales announced that she’s resigning from her seat on the council next month. She cited mental health as a reason for her decision. In her letter, she stated that her role as council member has caused her mental and physical well-being to deteriorate.

Seattle Center Festál announces schedule of events

Seattle Center Festál returns for its 28th year in 2025, offering celebrations of Seattle's cultural richness with the addition of A Day in Punjab to its lineup.

Brussels sprouts détente

Are you Brussels sprouts-averse? This recipe may help. It takes the divisive earthy crucifer and greets it head-on with equally potent ingredients: kimchi, gochujang and yes, fish sauce.

Savvy Senior: How long to keep tax records and other documents

Is there a rule of thumb on how long someone should keep their old financial paperwork? I have file cabinets full of old receipts, bank and brokerage statements, tax returns and more that I would like to toss.

Seattle's small business owners come together to eliminate wealth gap

On Dec. 11, African Community Housing and Development (ACHD) hosted the highly anticipated Generational Wealth Small Business Conference at the Ethiopian Community Center in Seattle.

Seattle City Council considers permanent crowd management measures

The Seattle City Council is working to end the federal government’s surveillance of the police department by passing crowd control measures.

Maritime Blue and Port of Seattle sign MOU

The Port of Seattle and Washington Maritime Blue are renewing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), continuing their long-standing collaboration on maritime innovation and environmental stewardship.

Young Child Academy opening second location in South Lake Union

Young Child Academy, an early childhood development program previously located for over 20 years in Lower Queen Anne, is opening a new location in South Lake Union.

Apply to be a 2025 writers’ room resident at the Central Library by Jan. 17

Writers interested in becoming a 2025 resident at Seattle’s iconic Central Library should apply by Jan. 17.

Magnolia Chorale performs Fauré’s celebrated choral works to full houses

Magnolia Chorale’s holiday concerts on Dec. 14-15 celebrated the timeless beauty of Gabriel Fauré, a pivotal French composer whose work bridged the Romantic and modern eras.

Harborview hospital tax to help with near $900M project budget gap

A recently-approved tax levy will solely fund King County’s publicly owned hospital, which is already facing significant budget issues.