Seattle hit-and-run critically injures scooter rider
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Seattle police are searching for a hit-and-run driver who hit a man on a scooter in downtown Seattle early Monday morning.

Seattle's Virginia Inn to stay open after last-minute eviction reprieve

The century-old spot originally planned to close on Sunday after failed negotiations with its landlord, but now “plans to find a path forward."

Pike Place car restrictions going into effect
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Soon, more cars will be off the streets at Pike Place Market in an effort to reduce congestion during a period of construction.

Salt & Straw adding new Seattle locations

A beloved Pacific Northwest ice cream chain is expanding deeper into the Seattle area.

Lime to add foot patrols in Seattle to help with e-scooter, e-bike parking issues, keep sidewalks clear

Starting this month, Lime will have foot patrol staff. They will be wearing bright green vests, and will walk key areas of the city, including the Pike/Pine corridor, the downtown waterfront, and the University of Washington campus.

Small format PCC Community Markets coming to Downtown Seattle

PCC is announcing a move into the small format storefront space, with a kickoff in Downtown Seattle this summer.

Seattle's historic Virginia Inn to close after 120 years

The Virginia Inn says it is shutting its doors after more than 120 years due to failed negotiations for an equitable lease.

Seattle witnesses report seeing man smash cars with tree branch, stake

A man was arrested for using a tree branch and wooden stake to damage parked cars, causing $20,000 in damage in Seattle's Pioneer Square.

Woman hit by King County Metro bus
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A woman is filing a complaint against King County Metro after she was hit by a bus last month.

Number of Downtown Seattle daily workers approaching pre-pandemic levels

The number of visitors and daily workers is rebounding in Downtown Seattle, beginning to close the gap on foot traffic seen before the pandemic.

Seattle's Victor Steinbrueck Park reopens as totem pole restoration continues

Victor Steinbrueck Park in Seattle is reopening after renovations that enhance safety and honor Native American heritage, with totem pole restoration continuing through late 2025.

Downtown Seattle Cheesecake Factory to close after 23 years
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After more than two decades, The Cheesecake Factory in downtown Seattle will close its doors for good on May 4, 2025.