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Arts & Life

Seattle's historic Georgetown Steam Plant still burns for the arts

The Georgetown Steam Plant used to generate power for Seattle's trolley system. Now, it's serving as a source of inspiration for arts organizations.

Race & Identity

Widower of Seattle activist killed by Israeli sniper shares his story for the first time

Ali Hamid, the husband of slain Palestinian advocate Aysenur Eygi, is speaking Thursday night at the University of Washington alongside friends of Eygi, and the family of Rachel Corrie, another Washington state resident who was killed by Israeli forces while volunteering for pro-Palestinian organizations. This will be the first time they’ve all spoken at a public forum, where they’ll be reflecting on Eygi's life and activism.

Arts & Life

Seattle Opera brings the spiritual to the stage in 'Jubilee'

A new opera called "Jubilee" based on the Fisk University Jubilee Singers makes its world debut this month with the Seattle Opera.

Politics

Fewer staff, longer reviews? Seattle Mayor Harrell proposes cuts to city's construction department

Seattle’s Department of Construction and Inspections would lose about 30 positions under Mayor Bruce Harrell’s proposed budget, which would reduce general fund support for the department by $2.9 million in 2025 and $2.5 million in 2026.

SPD's on track for release from federal oversight despite flawed police contract, judge says

At a hearing Wednesday, the federal judge overseeing policing in Seattle made clear he’s disappointed with the city’s latest police contract. But he offered praise for improved practices at SPD as well.

As leaves fall, some street parking rates rise in Seattle

October in Seattle means cooler temperatures as the leaves turn gorgeous colors, the air is dewy with a subtle scent of wood fires crackling in an old stove ... and once again, the city jacks up some parking rates in town.

Books

Seattle is a UNESCO City of Literature. Advocates want you to read all about it

Seattle has been part of the global network of Cities of Literature since 2017. This month, they're celebrating the 20th anniversary of the City of Literature designation in Edinburgh, the first city to receive the title.

Crime

Seattle to add surveillance cameras to crime-fighting efforts in 3 neighborhoods

The Seattle City Council voted overwhelmingly in favor of adding surveillance cameras to the city's crime-fighting toolbelt.

Your bus from the U District to downtown Seattle will arrive in 3 years

City and county officials announced Tuesday that construction has started on the newest rapid bus ride in Seattle connecting the University District to Downtown.