When did April Fools’ Day start? The confusing history of April 1

Wondering why April 1 is all about jokes and hoaxes? Here’s a deep dive into the strange history and uncertain origins of April Fools’ Day, from calendar mix-ups to medieval pranks.

Spring travel at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport: Everything to know

From Real ID deadlines to new airport restaurants, parking procedures, and spot savers, there are several ways to make travel easier and more enjoyable this spring.

Celebrating Lunar New Year in Seattle
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it is the year of the snake, and the Lunar New Year celebration was a day full of culture in Seattle's Chinatown International District. Yesterday's free event featured different foods, shopping for clothes, martial arts demonstrations and of course, the iconic lion dance performances.

What's open and closed on Presidents' Day 2025

Here's what is open and closed on Presidents Day, Monday, Feb. 17 - the day the nation commemorates all U.S. presidents, past and present.

How did ‘Galentine's Day’ start?

What is this unofficial holiday, how did it start and who can celebrate the occasion? Here are the details.

Valentine’s Day 2025: Consumers expected to spend billions

Americans are expected to spend a record $27.5 billion on Valentine’s Day this year, with jewelry, dining, and candy topping the list of most popular gifts, according to retail projections.

Groundhog Day 2025: Punxsutawney Phil makes his winter prediction

Today is the day! The nation's most famous groundhog has officially revealed the answer to our burning question - is more winter on the way?

Chinese New Year 2025: The year of the snake

Chinese New Year, also known as Lunar New Year, begins on Jan. 29, 2025 and festivities typically last for 15 days.

How to celebrate Lunar New Year in Seattle

Lunar New Year is just around the corner and there are events popping up around Seattle leading up to the Chinese holiday.

Thousands march at Seattle site of Martin Luther King Jr. speech

In 1961, MLK visited Seattle. During his time in the city, he spoke at Garfield High School. Today we talked with demonstrators at the site.

2 new NAAM exhibits honor Dr. MLK Jr.'s dream
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Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King Jr. Knew what was at stake, a dream that would transcend the American dream. So on what would be Doctor King's 96th birthday, where do we go from here? Two new exhibits at the Northwest African American Museum are honoring that question, and Doctor King's legacy of optimism.

Ways to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s legacy continues to promote and inspire equality nearly 60 years after his death.

What's open and closed on MLK Day and Inauguration Day

Here's what is open and closed on Jan. 20, 2025, the day the nation commemorates Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s legacy and when President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn in as president.

McDonald elementary students participate in MLK march
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Martin Luther King Jr. celebrations got an early start at Seattle's McDonald Elementary School on Friday.

How to celebrate Lunar New Year in Seattle

In Seattle, there are plenty of events and festivities planned to bring in the Year of the Snake.

Donors whip up a better holiday season for Seattle bakery after theft
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Donors helped to whip up a better ending for a West Seattle bakery after a major setback right before the holidays when someone stole their SUV.