SPD: Witness praised for chasing suspect who tried stealing elderly woman's car

Police arrested a man who stole an elderly woman’s purse and cellphone in downtown Seattle on Monday, and they say they could not have done it without the help of a witness who chased the suspect down.

Seattle Convention Center: $2 billion expansion complete, city celebrates opening
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Local leaders are hoping a new expansion at the Seattle Convention Center will bring new opportunities. It is North America's first high-rise convention center. The expansion nearly doubles its capacity, and officials say its close proximity to public transit and the airport make it ideal for events.

Upcoming Seattle Convention Center sparks hope for future as more stores close downtown

As more big businesses are set to close in downtown Seattle and tech companies see a flurry of layoffs, city officials are hoping the Seattle Convention Center's big expansion will drive some positive change.

Regal Meridian 16 Movie Theater shutting down in Downtown Seattle
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The Regal Meridian 16 Cinema will soon be permanently closing in Downtown Seattle. The announcement comes just as the Nike store in downtown Seattle shuts down Jan. 20.

Strong Black Friday showing at Pike Place Market, crowds not at "pre-pandemic levels" yet, but getting there

This year, Seattle retailers say crowds have returned to many locations this holiday including Pike Place Market. The market was packed Friday afternoon with Black Friday shoppers. Workers say foot traffic may not be back to pre-pandemic levels yet, but it's getting there.  

New on-street parking rates in Seattle start Monday

On-street parking pay rate changes will affect 36 locations across Seattle starting Monday and most of them will be going up.

MAP: See all the businesses participating in Seattle Restaurant Week

More than 150 restaurants, food trucks, and pop-ups will be participating in this year's Seattle Restaurant Week promotion– 

'We'll be back here next year'; Fans react to Mariners post season playoff run

Fans cheered on the Mariners at watch parties that stretched well into the evening Saturday. Seattle's 1-0 loss to Houston was a disappointment, but fans were grateful for the chance to see the team play post season.