What’s at Stake in Seattle and Washington State Elections
Election Day 2024 is upon us, and the outcome will have a huge impact on the lives of residents in Seattle and Washington state. Here's a quick rundown of what's on the ballot and what the outcome could mean.
Exploring Seattle’s Festival Streets
Recently, the City of Seattle released the final draft of the Crown Hill Urban Village Action Plan in which a pedestrian loop is proposed...
Shoreline Sends Parks Expansion to April 27th Ballot
In January, the Shoreline City Council voted to place a park improvement and park land acquisition bond measure on the April 27, 2021 special...
Odd-Year Elections Suppress Tenant Votes but Even-Year Election Bill Can Fix That
Municipal and county elections are held on odd years in Washington State, but some lawmakers want to change that. Rep. Mia Gregerson (D-SeaTac) introduced...
Seattle, King County Brace for Impact of Coming Federal Funding Earthquake
At the city and the county level, local leaders are preparing for the impacts of the new federal reconciliation bill, described as "devastating." Those impacts will be felt everywhere from hospitals to food banks.
Your Voice, Your Choice Wraps Up Second Year with 51 Project Selections
The Seattle Department of Neighborhoods has wrapped up a second year of its citywide participatory voting program, Your Voice Your Choice (YVYC), to select...
Market to Test Out Long-Requested Pike Place Car Ban
Car access to Pike Place's main corridor will be restricted to loading vehicles, emergency access, and people accessing ADA parking. The Market is calling the move a "test and learn" opportunity that could open the door to long-term pedestrianization.
Seattle City Attorney Disqualifies Judge Vaddadi, Threatening Municipal Court Independence
Seattle's Republican City Attorney is disqualifying a progressive Municipal Court judge in a deeply undemocratic move, given that judges are elected and meant to be a check on executive power.