Sound Transit tests leashed dogs on trains and buses
Sound Transit is piloting a program permitting leashed dogs on its rail and bus services, requiring pets to remain off seats and out of aisles.
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Councilmember Proposes $7 Million Overtime Boost for Fire Dept
A councilmember proposes allocating $7 million of $12.7 million in unused city funds to the fire department’s overtime budget.
Port Police Probe Death at Jack Block Park
Police and fire officials are investigating the death of a roughly 40‑year‑old man in the water at Jack Block Park, a Port‑owned site in West Seattle.
Partial Joint Installed on Tacoma Narrows Bridge
A new partial joint was added to the Tacoma Narrows Bridge as part of ongoing maintenance to enhance the aging structure for drivers.
Harborview expansion cost climbs 70%, opening delayed to 2032
Harborview’s expansion cost has risen 70% to $3 billion, pushing the new tower’s opening to 2032 after slow progress since its 2020 voter approval.
West Seattle Light Rail Design Reviewed for Heron Habitat Impact
A review of the West Seattle light rail extension is assessing potential disturbances to a great blue heron colony and adjacent greenbelt as part of the city's broader rail expansion.
Southwest Precinct Leads Seattle Drug Take‑Back Day Collections
On Oct. 24, 2026, the Southwest Precinct filled two collection boxes early, leading Seattle’s drug take‑back day totals. The DEA and Seattle Police Department coordinated the semi‑annual event at four city locations.
Seattle's Largest Tiny‑House Village Opens in South Park
Cloverleaf Village, Seattle’s largest tiny‑house development with 90 units, opened on Oct. 28 in southwest South Park, housing two residents. A related project, Glassyard Commons, is set to open next month in West Seattle.
Shooter Still Unknown Three Months After Seattle Shooting
Three months after the fatal Bite of Seattle shooting, police have yet to disclose the shooter's identity.
State to Remove Abandoned Ballard Boat by Year-End
Washington state will remove the graffiti‑covered boat that has sat at Ballard’s public pier for seven years, following complaints and a lawsuit, with the work slated for completion by Dec. 31, 2026.
Seattle Public Schools Launches Review of 21 Schools Amid Enrollment Decline
Seattle Public Schools began a review of 21 schools and opened public comments as enrollment falls, aiming to consider possible mergers and closures.
Seattle-area districts consider school mergers amid enrollment decline
Seattle-area districts are evaluating school mergers and closures due to falling enrollment and budget constraints.
Spotty Showers and Fog Expected Tonight and Tuesday
Seattle will experience brief showers tonight and early Tuesday, along with morning fog, as October remains one of the driest months on record.
Motorhome crash injures two, I-5 reopens in Seattle
A motorhome crash on southbound I‑5 in Seattle injured two people, leading to a temporary closure of the highway before it was reopened.
Seattle Awaits Rain After Record-Dry October
Seattle expects a rainy week from Oct. 26‑31 after experiencing one of its driest Octobers on record.
King County Sheriff Pursuit Ends in West Seattle Early Monday
Deputies from the King County Sheriff’s Office pursued a vehicle from Burian into West Seattle, ending near 16th St SW and SW Webster around 1 a.m. on October 26, 2026.
Seattle Council Proposes $37 Million Homelessness Plan
The council unveiled a $37 million plan to increase shelter space, coordinate services and track homeless people as Seattle confronts a growing homelessness crisis.
Hazmat Teams Evacuate Building After Chemical Spill on West Marginal Way
Seattle fire and police teams evacuated a commercial building and closed West Marginal Way after a chemical spill on October 26, 2026, with the incident addressed within nine minutes.
Councilmember Saka to Propose 20 Budget Amendments on Oct. 27
Councilmember Rob Saka will present 20 budget amendments, including a North Delridge grocery‑store study and Alki traffic cameras, at the Oct. 27 meeting as Seattle reviews the mayor’s recent budget proposal.
Mayor's aide asks police to delay shooting briefing
A mayor's aide left a voicemail asking Seattle police and the public safety director to postpone the briefing on the Bite of Seattle shooting.
