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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Saturday, November 1st. As we welcome a new month, we’re waking up to cloudy skies and bracing for a wet and windy Saturday. Forecasters say we should expect rain moving in through late morning with gusty winds hitting their peak between 10 and 2 o’clock this afternoon. We’re looking at gusts up to 50 miles per hour downtown, so if you’re heading to Pike Place Market or planning a walk around Green Lake, grab your rain jackets and keep an eye on those tree branches. This storm is not expected to be as intense as last weekend’s, but it will pack a punch, with rain lingering into the evening and possibly heavy at times. Saturday’s highs should reach the upper 50s, tapering off to showers by Sunday morning, so we have a classic Seattle November weekend ahead.

In breaking local news, thousands of families across Seattle and Washington woke up still waiting for their November food assistance. Because of the ongoing government shutdown, SNAP benefits are temporarily delayed, and the USDA has received a court order to figure out how to get payments back on track by Monday. That means many who rely on food stamps won’t see deposits this weekend. We’re seeing some incredible kindness in action, though, as neighbors in South Seattle, especially along Rainier Avenue and Beacon Hill, are restocking Little Free Pantries to help their community through the gap. Nearly three hundred thousand children in our state depend on this help to stay healthy and ready for school, so acts like these are making a real difference.

Over to city hall, Mayor Bruce Harrell is expected to address the SNAP benefits situation later today and is encouraging residents to check in with local food resource programs. Seattle Public Schools also reminds families that the WIC program remains open, so support is available for families with young kids. In other city news, election season is ramping up, with local candidates making final pushes in neighborhoods across Ballard, Capitol Hill, and West Seattle as important votes on police funding and housing policy take center stage next week.

On the jobs front, we’re seeing the city’s unemployment rate holding steady around four percent. Tech companies along South Lake Union are cautiously reopening new hiring pipelines, especially for entry-level roles and healthcare support, while several locally owned retail shops on University Way and Broadway are advertising part-time holiday positions. Downtown, a handful of new restaurants have opened their doors just in time for the drizzle season, including a much-anticipated dim sum spot near Chinatown-International District.

In real estate, Seattle’s median home price hovers near $840,000, with condo sales gaining momentum as first-time buyers look for affordable alternatives in Belltown and Northgate. Rental demand remains high, but new listings are slowly helping stabilize prices, easing pressure in neighborhoods like Fremont and Columbia City.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for October 30, 2025. We're starting with the latest from City Hall, where the mayoral race is heating up. Community organizer Katie Wilson is challenging Mayor Bruce Harrell with proposals to tax vacant properties, high earners, and large firms. This election is a test of Seattle's appetite for progressive taxation, as the city seeks to close its budget gap without driving businesses away. Mayor Harrell, meanwhile, is proposing a temporary increase in taxes on companies earning over $12 million, while expanding exemptions for small businesses.

In other city news, Mayor Harrell recently celebrated the opening of a new tree nursery, which will support the growth of Seattle's tree canopy by holding 1,000 trees locally each year. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the city's environmental sustainability.

Looking at the weather, today is expected to be overcast with temperatures ranging from 45 to 54 degrees Fahrenheit. An atmospheric river is forecasted to arrive late Friday, which could impact outdoor activities. For now, it's a great day to explore indoor attractions like the newly renovated aquarium at the waterfront.

In business news, Alaska Airlines has announced two new domestic routes from Sea-Tac Airport to Tulsa and Humboldt County, set to launch in 2026. This expansion will provide Seattleites with more travel options.

On the cultural front, Savannah Reich's performance of "Oedipus in Seattle" has been gaining attention for its unique blend of playfulness and philosophical depth. If you're looking for something to do this weekend, consider checking it out.

In sports, we're keeping an eye on local school achievements, but there aren't any major updates today. However, it's always exciting to see our young athletes in action.

For community events, keep an eye out for upcoming festivals and gatherings around the city. There's always something happening in Seattle, whether it's a food festival or a charity run.

On the crime front, we're not seeing any significant incidents to report today. However, we always encourage listeners to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.

Finally, let's end with a feel-good story. Seattle's community spirit is always inspiring, and we're proud of the many volunteers who help keep our parks clean and beautiful.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Sunday, October 26, 2025.

We wake up today in the aftermath of a powerful windstorm that swept through the city last night and into the early morning. Tens of thousands of us lost power as winds gusted up to 50 miles per hour and rain pushed past an inch in just one day. Seattle City Light crews are out working to restore electricity, but with trees and downed lines from Ballard to Beacon Hill, some neighborhoods may be waiting until late tonight or even Monday for full service. Capitol Hill saw its own fireball when a transformer exploded at East Aloha and Harvard, briefly knocking out power to more than six thousand homes before most were restored by sunrise. In North Seattle, pockets of outages remain near Victory Heights and up past 125th, while West Seattle is still dealing with scattered dark blocks, especially near Beach Drive and Lincoln Park.

With all this weather, our Sunday will stay wet and brisk. We are looking at more rain throughout the day, with highs right around 50 degrees and winds tapering off to gentler 10 to 15 mile gusts by this afternoon. If you have to be out on the streets, be cautious—take it slow on wet roads and keep an extra eye out for branches or debris. Looking ahead, it stays wet and breezy tomorrow before tapering to just scattered showers by midweek.

The city council meets Monday evening, with a special session to discuss emergency response to these recent storms and how to bolster Seattle’s grid. There is also debate heating up over the use of public land for temporary storm shelters, and we expect some early proposals by Thursday for the budget to add new resiliency programs.

In real estate, Seattle’s median home price sits just above eight hundred fifty thousand dollars, with open houses along Northgate Way and new listings in Columbia City. It’s still a seller’s market though we are seeing a slight increase in inventory as fall progresses. The local job market continues to tighten, especially in tech and healthcare. Top local employers, including Providence and Amazon, are each advertising over four hundred openings, and King County is launching a new career fair next week at the downtown convention center specially targeting green energy and infrastructure jobs in the wake of this weekend’s storm.

In local news, police are investigating early morning gunfire in West Seattle along 27th and Roxbury. Multiple 911 calls reported shots into the air by a man in a blue Subaru; no injuries have been reported, and officers are canvassing the neighborhood for video. Seattle PD reminds us to remain alert but assures that no ongoing threat has been identified.

For feel-good news, we tip our hats to students from Franklin High, who just won first place in the statewide STEM challenge, wowing judges with a flood-resilient microgrid project. Over at Ballard High, our Vikings soccer team clinched the district title in front of a rain-soaked but spirited home crowd.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Saturday, October twenty-fifth, twenty twenty-five. Here’s what we’re tracking across our city this weekend.

Turning first to headlines, we’re mourning the loss of thirty-seven-year-old Zachary Raymond-Becker, found deceased from a gunshot wound along the Mountains to Sound Greenway Trail just south of Doctor Jose Rizal Park, near the I-90 and I-5 interchange. According to Seattle Police, this happened Monday around four thirty in the afternoon, just as the Mariners were playing game seven of the Championship Series and the Seahawks were set to take on the Texans downtown. Detectives are asking anyone who was in the area or may have seen anything to reach out anonymously, emphasizing their commitment to closure for the family. At the same time, SPD is investigating an armed robbery at a downtown apartment building and seeking leads on a fatal hit-and-run in Ballard from Wednesday night. Amid these serious incidents, there is some good public safety news: violent crime in downtown dropped thirty-six percent this summer compared to last year, a positive sign for local residents and businesses.

On the weather front, we are in for a blustery autumn day. After a record-breaking inch of rain yesterday—the wettest day in nearly two years—we’re looking at continued showers, especially as a new system spins through from the coast. The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Seattle, calling for southeast to southwest gusts up to 40 miles per hour from mid-morning through midnight. We expect scattered branches down, possible isolated power outages, and maybe some standing water on streets like Westlake or Rainier where drains are slow. The Fire Department reminds us to secure patio furniture and trash cans, especially near Alki or Green Lake. Boaters, take note: Puget Sound and Hood Canal are under a Gale Watch for tonight, with hazardous seas possible for small craft. Conditions should calm by early Sunday, but today, expect a high near fifty-five, clouds, and those gusty winds—so bundle up for outdoor plans.

Now to what’s happening outside our homes. In West Seattle, the Alki trick-or-treat event runs from noon to two on Alki Avenue SW, with no street closures expected. Tomorrow brings the West Seattle Junction Harvest Festival, taking over California Avenue south of Alaska Street, while the Farmers’ Market anchors its usual block—SW Alaska will be closed from 42nd to 44th for the festivities. The Admiral District got a jump on Halloween spirit yesterday with trick-or-treating along California Avenue. Runners of all ages are gathering this morning at Lincoln Park, kicking off a weekend packed with community spirit.

From city hall, we hear about a new push for public safety combining officer pay raises with fresh accountability measures and revamped ways the city responds to 911 calls. Meanwhile, the 2025 cruise season wrapped as Seattle’s busiest ever—nearly two million passengers and 1.2

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Friday, October 24th, 2025.

We wake up to a wet and windy morning as Seattle’s first major fall storm sweeps across the city. The atmospheric river is dropping steady showers and gusty winds today, with rain likely to continue off and on right into the weekend. By midday, we can expect temperatures in the mid-50s, umbrellas will be essential, and there’s potential for localized street flooding in areas like Rainier Valley and along Northgate Way, so plan ahead if you’re heading out. The National Weather Service also warns boaters about dangerous conditions along Elliott Bay and the Sound through tomorrow, with high winds and choppy waters.

In breaking news, a series of intentional fires over the last week has shaken the Central District, Mount Baker, and Rainier Beach neighborhoods. Seattle Fire investigators say six separate blazes, including a porch fire near South Mount Baker Boulevard and a residential building fire on 22nd Avenue South, were started deliberately. Our police arson squad is seeking help from the community, with a ten thousand dollar reward for tips that lead to an arrest. If you’ve seen anything, please contact the authorities—public vigilance right now is crucial.

On the job front, hiring across King County continues at a moderate pace. Seattle’s unemployment rate remains around four percent, holding steady, but we are seeing a few employers—especially in construction and logistics—posting more openings. In the tech sphere, several roles are opening up downtown after Alaska Airlines was forced to cancel flights late yesterday due to a major IT outage, which disrupted travel plans for hundreds at Sea-Tac and beyond. The ground stop has since lifted, but travelers should double-check flight statuses throughout today.

Real estate is active as ever, with 15 new rental units underway on Greenwood Avenue North. Median home prices here hover just above nine hundred thousand dollars. However, for those buying near the Duwamish or Lake Washington, ongoing concerns about flood insurance availability remain high due to the ongoing federal shutdown.

City hall is buzzing with updates. Seattle has inked a new agreement with the Police Officers Guild, which includes better pay and increased use of unarmed crisis response teams. The City also settled the years-old Pier 58 accident for two and a half million dollars, bringing some closure for injured workers and their families.

Turning to arts and culture, the Filipino American History Month celebration brings local music and food festivities to Tukwila’s grocery scene, and don’t miss the pop-up food truck at South Seattle College today. The alternative music scene lights up tonight with indie bands at The Crocodile and Neumos, bringing much-needed energy to a rainy Friday.

Community events this weekend include the big pumpkin patch at Swan’s Trail Farms, recently voted one of America’s top apple orchards, and the voter pamphlets should be

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Thursday, October 23rd.

We kick off today with breaking news overnight in Ballard, where a fatal hit-and-run occurred just after ten on the 7300 block of 15th Avenue Northwest. Seattle police and the fire department responded, but the pedestrian, a 56-year-old man, did not survive. The suspected vehicle, a silver sedan, is still at large, and investigators are urging anyone with information to contact the Traffic Collision Investigation Squad. Our hearts go out to the victim’s loved ones.

The city is also dealing with persistent property crime. Over in Eastlake, Serafina, a beloved local restaurant along Eastlake Avenue, was hit with its twenty-fifth break-in since 2020, despite increased security and ongoing pleas to city leaders. The latest attempt early Wednesday morning saw the suspect flee empty-handed after the security system activated. Owner Christian Chandler is calling again for more police presence and support from City Hall, where council members say police hiring is still a key priority. Business owners in Eastlake and elsewhere continue to face real challenges trying to keep their doors open.

Weather-wise, we wake up to heavy low clouds and patchy fog blanketing much of the city, making for a cautious commute. The National Weather Service advises turning on headlights and keeping a safe distance, especially westbound along major corridors. The rest of today will stay overcast, with temperatures topping out in the low 60s and only a slight chance for afternoon rain. It’s dry for now, but with a possible atmospheric river heading our way later this week, expect rain and gusty winds starting Friday, surf advisories on the coast, and mountain snow by the weekend.

In real estate, the market remains steady. Homes in neighborhoods like Green Lake and Beacon Hill are selling quickly, with average prices around $820,000, while rental rates across the city are holding at about twenty-five hundred per month for a two-bedroom. Job seekers, take note—local tech and clean energy firms are posting more than three hundred open positions this week, from software engineers to project managers.

Community events are lively as we ease into the weekend. The Seattle Art Museum opens its new interactive exhibit Friday evening, while the Ballard Night Market brings food trucks and craft vendors to Ballard Avenue. On Saturday, Roosevelt High’s marching band will perform in Cal Anderson Park at noon, and don’t miss the annual Dia de los Muertos celebration at El Centro de la Raza on Beacon Hill, starting two o’clock.

On the sports front, the Sounders clinched a win against the Portland Timbers last night at Lumen Field, and Garfield High’s girls’ soccer team topped their division with a victory over Rainier Beach. Seattle Public Schools also announced finalists for the Washington STEM Innovation Award—including Franklin Elementary’s robotics club, recognized for their creative engineering model.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Sunday, October nineteenth. We’re waking up to cool mid-40s temperatures and light rain in most neighborhoods, so we’ll want to keep our jackets handy. The forecast calls for spotty sprinkles and overcast skies throughout the day, likely clearing only occasionally. If you’re heading outside, especially in the afternoon, expect more light showers as the evening approaches. Winds could pick up in some areas, but overall, it’s a typical damp Seattle fall Sunday.

Our top story today is the major rescue response last night after a car plunged off the West Seattle Bridge onto East Marginal Way. Emergency crews arrived quickly and got all four young passengers out. Three suffered serious injuries, and all were transported to Harborview Medical Center for care. The ramp to Highway 99 was shut down late into the night as Seattle Police investigated the cause. Initial reports indicate the car flipped coming off the Harbor Island offramp, and the rainy conditions may have played a role. If you’re driving through that corridor today, expect some delays as crews complete cleanup.

Meanwhile, downtown Seattle streets were packed yesterday as thousands joined the nationwide No Kings protests against President Trump’s recent executive actions. Participants filled areas around Seattle Center and marched peacefully, with King County Council Chair Gurmai Zahala addressing the crowd about defending democratic institutions. Police reported no major incidents, but advised us all to keep checking social media and city feeds for updates on road closures tied to the demonstrations.

From City Hall, Council has postponed the decision on next year’s budget to allow more public input after community feedback highlighted concerns around homelessness funding and school safety measures. They’re encouraging us all to join Tuesday’s open forum at the Rainier Community Center if we want to share suggestions.

On the neighborhood front, Ballard is celebrating the grand opening of “Elm & Birch Market” along NW Market Street. It’s a local grocery emphasizing Pacific Northwest products. Conversely, we say goodbye this month to beloved Pike Place icon “Le Panier,” as the owners retire after forty years.

Turning to real estate, Seattle’s home market is holding steady. Median home prices sit at around $820,000 for single-family houses, while condos average just below $600,000. Job postings in tech and healthcare saw a slight bump this past week, with nearly 1,600 new listings, but hospitality continues to lag as hotels reduce staff amid the seasonal lull.

On the sports side, Garfield High School’s girls soccer team clinched a spot in the district playoffs after a dramatic overtime win over Roosevelt on Friday night. The Seattle Seahawks prep for their Week Seven matchup this afternoon, with fantasy insiders recommending running back Kenneth Walker for today’s lineup. Sounders FC wrapped up the regular season with a draw against LA, securi

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Saturday, October 18. We start our day with citywide anticipation as thousands of our neighbors prepare to gather for the No Kings rally and march. Organizers expect up to seventy thousand demonstrators to fill Seattle Center and stream through downtown starting around noon, with some groups beginning their march from the Seattle Ferry Terminal at eleven. Event organizers and city officials have emphasized that protest actions will be peaceful, and are committed to keeping everyone safe as they call out against the Trump administration’s policies. Protesters from across Western Washington are joining, with smaller rallies planned in West Seattle, Shoreline, and Lake Forest Park. As folks head out, be ready for traffic delays and closed streets in and around Seattle Center from late morning until evening. If you’re traveling near Queen Anne, Denny Way, or Mercer Street, public transit and biking will be your friend today.

Let’s talk about our weather. We woke up under gray skies, and clouds will be keeping temperatures in check all day. We’ll see sprinkles through much of the morning and into the afternoon, with rain picking up this evening. Daytime highs will hover in the low fifties, so it’s best to keep those umbrellas handy, especially if you’re planning to join the marches or any outdoor events. Boaters should pay attention to a small craft advisory from six this evening through early Sunday morning. By late tonight, expect patchy fog and steady showers across the region.

On the city beat, local schools are celebrating as Garfield High’s girls soccer team clinched a playoff berth after last night’s gritty 2-1 victory at Memorial Stadium. Elsewhere, Roosevelt students achieved a first-place finish in the statewide STEM challenge—congratulations, scholars.

In business news, Pike Place Market is welcoming a new bakery, Flour & Hearth, opening its doors next to the fish throwers. Meanwhile, the iconic Benjamin’s Books on Capitol Hill is closing down after fifty years, citing rising rents and changing reading habits. Job postings remain steady with roughly twenty-two hundred open positions today, especially in tech and healthcare. For those looking to rent, the latest data puts the average one-bedroom listing in central Seattle at around twenty-two hundred dollars a month—still high, but holding flat compared to September.

For culture and music, tonight is the opening reception for the Indigenous Art Now exhibit at the Seattle Art Museum. Local bands Sable & Ash and Blue Midnight are playing at Neumos. If you want a family-friendly outing, the Green Lake Pumpkin Dash for kids kicks off at ten thirty near East Green Lake Beach.

Seattle police are reporting a quiet night overall, with a couple of property thefts around First Avenue and minor arrests related to last night’s rally preparation. Officers remind us to stay alert near large gatherings and report any suspicious behavior. As always, public

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Friday, October seventeenth.

Let’s start with breaking news on Roosevelt Way Northeast, where Seattle police are investigating a tragic incident. On Thursday, a four-year-old child was found deceased inside an apartment building, and authorities say the child’s mother, who was experiencing a behavioral health crisis, has been taken into custody. This story is developing, and police are urging anyone needing mental health resources to reach out immediately.

Turning to the weather, we wake up to fifty-three degrees and a steady layer of clouds across our neighborhoods. Drizzle is in the forecast from downtown to Ballard, and you’ll want a light jacket if you’re headed to work, with temperatures hovering in the mid-fifties through the afternoon. Most of today will stay grey, but it won’t be a washout—just a few spotty showers are possible, especially north of the ship canal. Later tonight, we dip down to the high forties with clouds sticking around, and the weekend outlook suggests more light rain and blustery conditions, so keep those umbrellas handy.

From City Hall, there’s a fresh three-year outlook on Seattle’s long-term transportation plan. The city released details on projects hitting our streets over the next few years, focusing on safer bike infrastructure, sidewalk improvements, and revamped bus corridors. This outlook is part of the big push to make city travel more reliable and eco-friendly, so expect to see more work zones from Rainier Avenue to Aurora in the coming months.

On the job front, tech and health care postings are still leading local hires, with Seattle’s unemployment staying just below four percent—steady and healthy by west coast standards. The service industry, especially in food and hospitality, has seen a pickup. Local job fairs are set for Monday at South Lake Union and next Wednesday at Northgate Community Center if you’re looking to make a change.

In real estate, the median price for single-family homes has edged back above eight hundred thousand dollars this month. The market’s cooling slightly, but sellers continue to see multiple offers in Queen Anne and West Seattle. Apartment rents have plateaued in most neighborhoods, but Capitol Hill and the Central District are still seeing high demand for smaller units.

Businesswise, listeners in Belltown and Pioneer Square will spot new retail faces opening up. A locally owned bakery is launching this morning near Pike Place Market, bringing back a beloved croissant lineup. Meanwhile, one Fourth Avenue coffee shop is closing its doors after twenty years, citing tough lease renewals.

For the music and arts crowd, the Earshot Jazz Festival swings into Fremont this weekend, with all-ages shows Friday and Saturday. Meany Hall welcomes the award-winning Pacific Northwest Ballet for two nights only.

In sports, it was a rough night for Mariners fans at T-Mobile Park. Toronto evened the American League Championship Series, topping

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Thursday, October 16th, 2025.

We're starting with some exciting news for Mariners fans as the city goes all in on playoff fever. Mayor Bruce Harrell has officially declared today Humpy Day in honor of our beloved underdog mascot, Humpy the salmon. A community rally kicks off at City Hall at 2 PM, and the University of Washington Marching Band will lead everyone in a march down to T-Mobile Park ahead of Game 4 of the American League Championship Series against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Mariners are riding high with a 2-0 series lead, and the energy in our city is absolutely electric. Mayor Harrell says Seattle is standing behind the team and ready for this historic run, encouraging everyone to seize the moment and show their pride.

Now for today's weather, we're looking at a cool start with temperatures in the mid-40s this morning, climbing to around 58 degrees this afternoon. Expect mostly cloudy to overcast skies throughout the day with no precipitation. It's perfect weather for that rally downtown. Tonight drops back to the low 50s, and we should note that showers are likely rolling in tomorrow, so enjoy the dry conditions while we have them.

In tragic news from yesterday evening, Seattle Police are investigating a fatal shooting in the Northgate neighborhood. Officers responded around 4:50 PM to the 2100 block of North Northgate Way where they found a 20-year-old man in a hotel parking lot suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. Despite life-saving efforts from officers and Seattle Fire Department, the man died at the scene. Detectives are working to determine what led to the shooting, and anyone with information is asked to call the Violent Crimes Tip Line.

Over in Pierce County, a woman died after being hit by a driver fleeing from deputies. The Pierce County Sheriff's Office reports the man was trying to speed away from law enforcement when he crashed into her vehicle in Parkland.

On a brighter note, Pioneer Square continues its transformation with RailSpur micro district opening a new rooftop event space last month atop the 419 Occidental mixed-use building. The historic structure, originally built in 1906, now offers spectacular views for events and gatherings.

In real estate news, an industrial property in South Park at 515 South 96th Street just sold for 6 million dollars this week. The property had been owned by the same family for decades.

Remember, if you're heading to that Mariners rally this afternoon, bundle up as temperatures will be in the upper 50s. The game starts at 5:08 PM tonight, and with the roof likely open, bring those jackets.

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