Beloved Seattle pizzeria to close after more than 16 years
The Independent Pizzeria in Seattle’s Madison Park neighborhood will close permanently Friday, Oct. 16, after more than 16 years serving the community.3 days ago
WA pizza chain takes over former MOD Pizza space at Tacoma Mall
Fat Zach’s Pizza is expanding to Tacoma, with the Washington-based pizza chain preparing to open its first location in the city this fall at Tacoma Mall.4 days ago
Burgermaster to break ground on new location ahead of 75th anniversary
Seattle-area drive-in chain Burgermaster is expanding north with a new restaurant ahead of the family-owned business’s 75th anniversary in 2027.6 days ago
The Spin: Washington State Ferries’ ‘People First’ message puts workers ahead of stranded passengers
When a disruption hits Washington State Ferries, the public wants to know what happened, how long it will last, and what officials are doing to help.7 days ago
Mama Celeste frozen pizza discontinued after more than 60 years, ending a nostalgic era
Mama Celeste frozen pizza has officially been discontinued after more than six decades, closing a chapter for a brand that helped make frozen pizza a household staple.9 days ago
Washington millionaires tax debate: Initiative 645 contrasts $3B in revenue v. fears of broader taxes
Supporters and opponents of Washington’s new income tax on millionaires clashed Thursday night in a televised debate.9 days ago
King County review flags $261K in potential double-billing by nonprofit Urban Family
King County's audit highlights potential double-billing by Urban Family, raising questions about nonprofit funding and oversight.11 days ago
Residents weigh in on Seattle’s $9.1 billion budget proposal focused on police staffing, homelessness, housing
Seattle City Council members are beginning to scrutinize Mayor Katie Wilson’s proposed $9.1 billion 2027-2028 budget.11 days ago
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson disputes SPD account of delayed Bite of Seattle shooting briefing
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is disputing a Seattle police account that her deputy mayor instructed police to delay a public briefing following the deadly Bite of Seattle shooting.12 days ago
Washington State Ferries still face lingering disruptions after 23 engineers call out sick
Washington State Ferries is dealing with lingering disruptions Tuesday after 23 engine-room employees called in sick Monday, leaving 13 of the system’s 18 vessels out of service.12 days ago
Seattle taxes grew 172% since 2013, far outpacing jobs and population, report finds
Seattle’s tax collections have grown far faster than the city’s population, employment, and inflation over the past decade, according to new economic analysis.13 days ago
‘Not the way to address those issues’: Ferguson expects ferry service to resume tomorrow amid apparent engineer sick-out
Chaos is gripping Washington ferries Monday with major ferry runs canceled and thousands of passengers left stranded amid what appears to be a widespread sick-out by ferry engineers.13 days ago
The Spin: Jayapal’s Bite of Seattle shooting statement puts pressure on Mayor Katie Wilson
Newly released text messages show U.S. Rep. Pramila Jayapal questioned whether she should appear with Mayor Wilson during the Bite of Seattle shooting response.16 days ago
Political credit before public safety? Inside Mayor Katie Wilson’s gun violence strategy, disputed quotes and stakeholder concerns
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson’s gun violence plan raises questions about disputed quotes and transparency.17 days ago
$30 million claim filed against Seattle over fatal police shooting of man in alleged mental health crisis
Attorneys for the family of a Seattle man fatally shot by police have filed a $30 million claim against the city, alleging officers used excessive force.18 days ago
Senate passes college sports bill backed by Washington Sen. Maria Cantwell
The U.S. Senate passed a sweeping bipartisan bill Monday that would impose new rules on college sports, including name, image, and likeness payments, athlete transfers, and eligibility.19 days ago
The Spin: Seattle mayor’s office uses carefully worded statement after questions about gun violence plan
The words used by Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson’s office to describe the King County prosecutor’s involvement in her new gun violence reduction plan are raising additional questions.23 days ago
8 Seattle firefighters injured in North Seattle house fire as union warns of budget cuts
Eight Seattle firefighters were injured early Thursday while battling a house fire, just one day after the city’s firefighters union warned that Mayor Katie Wilson’s proposed budget could reduce the department’s ability to respond to emergencies.24 days ago
Growing list of key stakeholders say they were left out of Mayor Wilson’s ‘collaborative’ gun plan
KIRO Newsradio uncovered what appears to be a misrepresentation by Mayor Katie Wilson’s Office from KCPAO for her gun violence plan.25 days ago
Seattle police chief search: Nonprofit plans public listening sessions instead of Mayor Katie Wilson
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson said she wants the public to help shape the search for the city’s next permanent police chief.27 days ago
WA Supreme Court strikes down voter-approved natural gas initiative, drawing sharp reactions from both sides
Washington Supreme Court struck down a voter-approved initiative that sought to protect access to natural gas, finding the measure violated the Constitution.1 month ago
After delayed response to Bite of Seattle shooting, Mayor Wilson orders emergency changes
Mayor Wilson has signed an executive order directing Seattle city departments to improve how they prepare for and respond to emergencies.1 month ago
Mayor Wilson to announce executive order on emergency coordination after Bite of Seattle shooting
Mayor Katie Wilson is expected to announce a new executive order Thursday aimed at strengthening Seattle’s emergency management coordination.1 month ago
