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Building on nearly $5 million in expanded learning and college and career programming since 2020, the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) will invest $7.2 million in programs for students and youth not yet meeting grade-level standards, in alignment with and funded by the 2018 voter-approved Families, Education, Preschool, and Promise (FEPP) Levy.

Community Violence Task Force Recovers Firearm, Drum Magazine During Traffic Stop

Police recovered a stolen gun with ammunition and narcotics during a traffic stop in the Rainier Valley Saturday.

Updates on Seattle’s Clean Transportation Electrification Blueprint

Transportation is the primary contributor to greenhouse gas emissions driving climate change in Seattle.

Three Arrested, Guns Recovered After Store Clerk Threatened

A 911 call from a Yesler Terrace gas station employee resulted in three arrests and the recovery of two firearms early Wednesday.

Prolific Armed Robbery Suspect Located and Arrested

Robbery Detectives developed probable cause to arrest a suspect who was involved in an armed robbery of a dispensary in May in the Phinney Ridge neighborhood.

Free 2023 Summer Beach Shuttle at Discovery Park

Seattle Parks and Recreation is #ParkProud to offer a FREE summer beach shuttle at Discovery Park to help improve access, reduce traffic congestion, and support a thriving environment.

Community Corner—UTOPIA Washington

The Community Corner is a place where we highlight the work of our community partners.

2023 Center City Cinema – Join us for FREE movies under the stars!

This summer, we’re offering a variety of FREE movie nights in parks.

Mayor Harrell Delivers Downtown Activation Plan to Revitalize Seattle’s City Center and Build for the Future

On June 28, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced details of Seattle’s comprehensive Downtown Activation Plan – a bold and ambitious roadmap to revitalize and transform Downtown Seattle now and for the future.

Burglary Suspect Stabbed with Sword After Attacking Homeowner with Pitchfork

On June 28, a male suspect was stabbed by a samurai sword when he burglarized a residence in the North Beacon Hill neighborhood.

Project 22-030qp: Seamless Seattle Pedestrian Wayfinding Expansion – Planning and Design – Re-advertised

The City of Seattle, through Seattle Department of Transportation, requests Statements of Proposals from qualified firms for SDOT 22-030QP: Seamless Seattle Pedestrian Wayfinding Expansion – Planning and Design – Re-Advertised.

Ship Canal Water Quality Project Reached a Major Milestone!

The Ship Canal Water Quality Project has been under construction since late 2018.

King County had a median home valuation of $392,000 in June 2023

By Seattle City Wire | Jul 1, 2023

These are the top 100 home valuations for King County in June 2023, according to BlockShopper.com.

City of Seattle’s Food Equity Fund invests $2 million in 21 community-initiated projects

The City of Seattle is investing $2,000,000 to support community-led projects through the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods’ (DON) Food Equity Fund General Grant.

Seattle unveils the nation’s most capable apparatus for fighting electrical fires in substations and underground vaults

The Seattle Fire Department and Seattle City Light unveiled their new Energy Response Unit – ENERGY 1 – the nation’s most capable apparatus for fighting electrical fires in substations and underground vaults.

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Seattle City Wire area weekly mass times

By Seattle City Wire | Jul 1, 2023

The following parishes in the Seattle City Wire coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Seattle City Council passes bill bolstering support for home-based businesses

Councilmember Dan Strauss (District 6- Northwest Seattle) Chair of the Land Use Committee, celebrates the passage of CB 120520, colloquially known as the “Bringing Business Home” bill, by the full council.

Seattle Awarded $1.2 Million to Advance Transportation Climate Goals

Seattle to receive federal funds to plan for three low-pollution neighborhoods by 2028 in alignment with Mayor Harrell’s Transportation and Climate Justice Executive Order

Domestic Violence Threats Call Ends in Felony Arrest, Three Guns Recovered

North Precinct officers took a man into custody and recovered three handguns following a domestic violence incident Saturday night.

Suspect Arrested for Threats in Alki, Firearm Recovered