What to know about I-5 closures in Seattle this weekend for SR 520 flyover ramp construction

If you're planning on driving northbound on Interstate 5 through downtown Seattle this weekend, you'll want to plan ahead for delays or consider adjusting your travel plans.

White House vows more federal aid to reduce homelessness in 5 cities, including Seattle

Five major U.S. cities and the state of California will receive federal help to get unsheltered residents into permanent housing under a new plan launched Thursday as part of the Biden administration’s larger goal to reduce homelessness 25% by 2025.

Stem cells from Seattle's Allen Institute to be studied on private mission to space

Science pioneered at Seattle-based Allen Institute will blast off into orbit on May 21. The NASA-funded experiment will study a collection of stem cells provided by the Allen Institute for Cell Science, a division of the Allen Institute.

Stigma Free Seattle: Organization stresses importance of ending stigma around mental health
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King County has hundreds of thousands of people living with a mental health condition. Chances are high that you or someone you know is affected. That's why the National Alliance on Mental Illness Seattle (NAMI) is hosting an event focused on ending the stigma of diagnosis and getting care.

Preparing for a hazy season as wildfire smoke trickles into Puget Sound

Smoke from nearly 100 wildfires burning in Canada has made its way into our area, and while the air quality isn't bad just yet, experts warn this is an early start to the hazy season.

8 taken to hospital because of ‘respiratory irritant’ in Seattle apartment building

Three firefighters responding to a call Tuesday about what was described as a respiratory irritant in a Seattle apartment building were later taken to a hospital with five others after experiencing symptoms related to the substance. 

Man seriously injured after South Seattle shooting

Seattle police are investigating a shooting Tuesday night that left a man seriously injured. 

Seattle man sentenced 10 years for drug trafficking, armed with 'ghost gun'

A Seattle man was sentenced Tuesday to 10 years in prison for trafficking narcotics from a stolen car, and carrying a ‘ghost’ machine gun.

Space Needle being repainted from 'Galaxy Gold' back to 'Astronaut White'

The Space Needle is ditching its retro ‘Galaxy Gold’ paint job, and returning to ‘Astronaut White.’ The iconic Seattle landmark is wrapping up its 60th anniversary celebration.

Hours at Alki Beach, Golden Gardens shortened for the summer to curb crime

Seattle Parks and Recreation is once again shortening hours at Golden Gardens and Alki Beach in an attempt to address summer crime at those locations. This announcement comes two days after a man was shot and killed near Alki. 

Pacific Northwest heat wave continues Monday after setting monthly records Mother's Day weekend

After a three-month streak of generally below-average temperatures, the Pacific Northwest has undergone a radical shift to record-breaking heat as an intense ridge of high pressure remains settled over the region to begin the workweek.

Mail thefts force USPS to pause deliveries in some Seattle neighborhoods

The United States Postal Service has temporarily halted delivery for some residents in south Seattle due to a rise in mail theft and incidents with letter carriers.