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A black and white photo of Bartell Drug in 1927
City
Looking back on Bartell Drugs’ local history
There’s never been a better time to support locally owned-pharmacies.
October 06, 2025 02:59 PM
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A projected video of a human face appears on a tree in Seattle's City Hall Park at night with the Smith Tower looming in the background
Culture
Mind-blowing art installation debuts at City Hall Park
“Monuments” blends human faces with the environment.
September 13, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
An aerial view of Gas Works Park showing the famed towers among the green space
City
Gas Works Park celebrates 50 years of industrial outdoors vibes
Who knew a former gassification plant could be so fun?
August 30, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
Two Nordstrom employees hold up a Seattle Supersonics banner that says "Bring on the Noise" as part of a time capsule reveal
Culture
Downtown Nordstrom opens time capsule from 1998
And, yes, there was a Beanie Baby inside.
August 22, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A vintage photo of the Comstock staircase in Queen Anne, leading to a retaining wall.
City
Queen Anne staircases are like stepping through history
They also make for a great workout.
August 22, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A bird's eye view of the Pacific Science Center courtyard with the famed white arches shown prominently
City
How to weigh in on the PacSci courtyard renovation project
The center is seeking feedback from the public.
August 16, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A double-trunked Western red cedar located in the Wedgewood neighborhood of Seattle
City
Large Wedgwood cedar is spared from getting chopped down
The tree named “Luma” became a cause this summer.
August 10, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
A view of the Smith Tower in Seattle, WA
Real Estate
Seattle’s iconic Smith Tower is for sale
What might the next buyer do with it?
August 8, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Sports
Bainbridge Island Pickleball Founders Tournament volleys into town
The now-viral sport was first created on the island in 1965.
August 7, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A crowd at the Huskies game on September 17, 2022 with purple smoke rising from the stands and the players emerging from the tunnel
Culture
UW Huskies are going to join the Big Ten conference
It’s goodbye to the Pac-12 starting in 2024.
August 4, 2023
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Gabe Guarente
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Culture
UFO Festival beams down in Burien
The festival honors the great Maury Incident of 1947 when the term “flying saucer” was first coined.
August 3, 2023
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
Places Seattleites can travel to by train
Catch the Amtrak train at Seattle’s King Street Station to get to places like Glacier National Park, San Diego, and even Miami.
September 30, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
Seattle sits at sunset amidst a bed of orange-hued trees.
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Fall events happening around Seattle
Make the most of the cozy weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this fall.
September 27, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
The lighthouse at Cape Disappointment sits atop the cliff during golden hour, giving the entire area a golden glow.
Travel and Outdoors
Where did the name of Washington’s “Cape Disappointment” and others come from?
From Cape Disappointment to Point No Point, Washington’s got some funny names for its geographical features. But where did these silly — and somewhat depressing — names come from?
September 26, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A group of people lined up stand shoulder to shoulder smiling, the grantees of Paul Allen Foundation's investment.
Business
Paul Allen’s foundation invests millions to revitalize downtown Seattle
The $9 million grant hopes to energize the cultural vitality of Seattle’s downtown neighborhood through local organizations.
September 25, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
People stand in front of a massive pumpkin (about head height) which is intricately carved with a skeleton face and more designs.
Culture
Gear up for Seattle’s Great Pumpkin Weigh-Off and Beer Festival
We’re here to pump(kin) you up with these upcoming fall festivities that bring giant gourds and craft brews together for a match made in heaven.
September 25, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
The City of Seattle stands underneath a sunny sky, but still hazy, sky.
City
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell proposes 2025-26 city budget
Seattle’s proposed city budget for 2025-26 needed to close a $250 million deficit, but still includes a variety of new initiatives.
September 24, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
A King County Metro bus drives along Third Avenue downtown under several recently installed strings of lights now hovering above the street.
City
Seattle’s Third Avenue has new permanent string lights
The string lights installed over downtown Seattle’s Third Avenue are intended to improve safety in the area + encourage other nearby businesses to join in the beautifying effort.
September 24, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Travel and Outdoors
Snug vacation rentals for cool fall getaways near Seattle
These Seattle-area cabins will perfectly set the mood for a fall getaway in the PNW.
September 23, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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City
Seattle Waterfront’s Overlook Walk opens early October
Slated to open Friday, Oct. 4, the new Waterfront landmark signifies the near completion of Seattle’s multi-billion dollar Waterfront Park transformation project.
September 20, 2024
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Madeline Ewing
Four ramekins of different ceviches surround a tray of yellow corn tortilla chips.
Food
Local taqueria Pecado Bueno adds extensive ceviche bar to its menu
Known for its $4 margaritas + authentic Mexican fare, Pecado Bueno is adding 17 rotating ceviche-style dishes to the mix.
September 19, 2024
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Madeline Ewing