Trailhead Direct Returns for Another Season with Expanded Transit Service
Urban hikers and outdoor enthusiasts will have access to Trailhead Direct once again beginning on Saturday--bypassing congested and often full trailhead parking lots. The...
New Burke Museum Will Break Ground In Spring 2016, Open Fall 2019
The University of Washington (UW) will soon be embarking a major makeover of the Burke Museum, an institution highly respected for its collection of...
City Hall Advances Seattle Center Arena And Lander Overpass Plans
On Monday the Seattle City Council passed a resolution signaling intent to move forward with plans to renovate the Seattle Center Coliseum (popularly dubbed...
The Urbanist’s Scavenger Hunt #5: Stay Healthy Streets
Share photos of how newly-created "Stay Healthy" open streets are helping people in your neighborhood enjoy the outdoors and engage in active transportation.
The...
Seattle’s Second Highway Lid over SR 520 Is in Trouble
A 70% cost overrun is jeopardizing the Roanoke lid and the bike and pedestrian benefits it would bring.
A megaproject that was set to transform...
Sound Transit Trains and Buses Could Soon Be Going To The Dogs
With a major dog park set to be a transit-accessible amenity along the Sound Transit light rail network, the agency is on track to reconsider its current policy that bans dogs and cats that aren't in containers.
Sunday Video: The Art of the Autoluw
https://youtu.be/GlXNVnftaNs
Not Just Bikes explores the Dutch concept of low car streets (autoluw). They’re another tool to prioritize people and make them feel welcome on...
Seattle’s Downtown Activation Plan Remains Stuck in Low Gear
A year into announcing its ambitious Downtown Activation Plan, the Harrell Administration is touting successes. But so far those are primarily spot improvements, with many big initiatives in limbo or on hold.







