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‘They can all come in’: Seattle schools superintendent says mergers could close 10 buildings, argues plan is about education

Seattle Public Schools (SPS) could close 10 school buildings under a proposed merger plan, but SPS Superintendent Ben Shuldiner said the goal is to improve education — not simply save money. Speaking on “The Gee and Ursula Show” on KIRO Newsradio, Shuldiner said the district is considering combining 21...

Seattle, WA · 1d
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Up to $1 million consultant contract planned to study covering I-5 in North Seattle

A proposal to cover part of Interstate 5 in North Seattle is moving toward another planning milestone, with the U District Partnership preparing to seek consultants for a feasibility study under a contract worth up to $1 million. According to the organization’s procurement announcement, the request for proposals will be...

Seattle, WA · 19h
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Report: Half of SW Washington residents lack resources to afford basic necessities

Half of Southwest Washington residents lack the resources to cover basic necessities such as housing and food, a rate higher than the state average and equal to that of the congressional district that includes Seattle, according to a report released Monday. The report from the Urban Institute examines economic hardship...

Washington · 1d
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ELECTION 2026: First update of candidate results are in for Redmond

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... The first update for general election ballot counts favor incumbents in Redmond, which is home to Congressional Districts No. 1 and No. 8, and Legislative District 48. CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT 1. United States Representative. For Congressional District No. 1 U.S. Representative, incumbent Democrat Suzan DelBene...

Redmond, WA · 3d
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Redmond Lights Returns Dec. 5 With Snowfall, Luminary Trail and Kids Fashion Show

Redmond is gearing up to flip the switch on its annual holiday light celebration, with the Redmond Lights kickoff set for 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, in Downtown Park. The free event promises live entertainment, a luminary trail, festive crafts, and machine-made snowfall every 15 minutes to kick off a month-long run of illuminated art around the city.

Redmond, WA · 2d

seattletravel.com

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10 Historical Battles That Were Fought in the Pacific Northwest

When most people think about the Pacific Northwest, they picture mountains, forests, coastal towns, and some of the country’s most beautiful scenery. Military history probably isn’t the first thing that comes to mind. But long before Seattle became a major city or eastern Washington’s farmland looked anything like it does today, the region was the site of several significant battles. Some were fought in places that thousands of people drive past every day without knowing what happened there.

Seattle, WA · 4d

KIRO 7 Seattle

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More than 30 birds dead after suspected avian flu outbreak in Monroe

The City of Monroe is tracking a suspected avian flu outbreak at Lake Tye Park. More than 30 dead birds have been recovered so far, and KIRO 7 got an up-close look at one of the afflicted birds.

Monroe, WA · 3d

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Seattle fire displaces almost 90 residents; Red Cross opens shelter

The American Red Cross has opened an emergency shelter after a Sunday morning rubbish fire damaged a Seattle apartment building's electrical system, displacing about 88 people. Shortly before 1 a.m. Sunday, the Seattle Fire Department reported a blaze on the exterior of a building in the 900 block of Sixth...

Seattle, WA · 3d

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Major takeaways from Washington's midterm election results

Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez won reelection in Washington's 3rd Congressional District, defeating Republican John Braun. Voters approved an initiative concerning transgender school sports, while measures on parental rights and repealing the millionaires tax are trailing. Seattle's transit tax measure is leading, while several judicial and local races remain undecided as...

Seattle, WA · 2d

KIRO 7 Seattle

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Seattle voters back transit tax increase aimed at expanding bus service

Seattle voters appear poised to approve a measure that would double the city’s existing transit sales tax, generating an estimated $138 million a year for expanded bus service, transit access programs, and other transportation projects.

Seattle, WA · 2d

KOMO News

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Seattle Public Utilities expects road flooding, ponding as several rainy systems arrive

SEATTLE — A series of systems is expected to bring rounds of soaking rain to the region this weekend and into next week. Seattle Public Utilities is preparing for some roadway flooding and ponding as fallen leaves and rushing rainwater create a hazard. SPU is urging homeowners to rake...

Seattle, WA · 2d

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SURVEY: West Seattle Junction Association wants your thoughts on SW Alaska’s possibly semi-carless future

As a followup to last week’s walking tour (WSB coverage here) about SDOT‘s plan for Junction street changes when light rail arrives, the West Seattle Junction Association wants your thoughts on the plan. SDOT first circulated its concepts in a survey on which we reported in 2024. Nested in that 2024 survey – as detailed in this PDF we obtained at the time – were the stirrings of some potentially dramatic changes to SW Alaska, also seen on page 46 in this SDOT document. That in particular is what WSJA is focusing on with their new survey, which they asked us to share with you. Answer the new WSJA survey here.

Seattle, WA · 2d

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After canceled debate, Mosqueda leads in King Co. District 8 race against Duda

Incumbent Teresa Mosqueda leads political newcomer Nick Duda in the latest returns for the King County Council District Eight seat. Current results show Mosqueda with 69.73% of the vote, compared to Duda at 29.55%. What is significant about this race?. Although Mosqueda is running for re-election to her current elected...

King County, WA · 2d

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Vice Seattle Changing Hands on Capitol Hill

Vice Seattle is preparing for an ownership change at 1532 Minor Avenue on Capitol Hill, according to Capitol Hill Seattle. The incoming group includes Jack Cheung, Jesse Perbix, and Andrea Wolfe. A Washington State Liquor and Cannabis Board application notice dated October 31 also lists the three among the applicants...

Seattle, WA · 2d

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Hop On This Gorgeous Washington Train Ride For The Most Relaxing Way To See The State

If your idea of a perfect day involves stunning scenery, genuine history, and zero traffic, the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie has been waiting for you. The Snoqualmie Depot is the kind of place that makes you exhale the moment you arrive, and that’s before the train even moves.

Snoqualmie, WA · 4d

KING 5

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Most of western Washington votes to keep Millionaires Tax

Washington · 2d

fox13seattle.com

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UW researchers warn against permanent Daylight Saving Time before ‘Big Dark’

A University of Washington study warns that permanent daylight saving time would cause at least 2 billion additional school trips nationwide in the dark each year, including nearly 35 million in Washington. Traffic collision data analyzed in the study found school-age pedestrians are roughly twice as likely to be involved...

Seattle, WA · 4d

The Center Square

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WA Ballot Count Issues Emerge as Races Hang in Balance + Critics Slam Seattle's RV Encampment Plan

Seattle, WA · 1d

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As wolf populations grow, state expects a Western Washington increase

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s 2025 report on gray wolf populations marks a new high since conservation efforts began in the ‘80s. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife’s 2026 Gray Wolf Conservation and Management Annual Report is expected to be released in April of 2027, which will likely show an increase of wolves migrating into Western Washington.

Western Washington, WA · 4d