Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Thursday, August 28th. We wake up today surrounded by a soft haze and lingering smoke drifting over the city thanks to recent wildfires in Western Washington and smoke blowing up from Oregon and California. It is noticeably cooler now that the recent heat wave has finally broken. Today, our air quality is holding steady at moderate but expect patches of smoke and haze throughout the day. By the weekend, forecasters are promising a stronger push of marine air should help clear things out and bring us cleaner skies just in time for Labor Day, so let us hang in there.

In breaking local news, downtown Seattle is buzzing with the celebration of the newly inaugurated Indian Consulate at the historic Federal Reserve Building on 2nd Avenue. Governor Bob Ferguson, Senator Maria Cantwell, Seattle’s Mayor Bruce Harrell, and community members all gathered yesterday for the official ribbon-cutting. Nearly twenty-four thousand visitors have already used the consulate’s services since it opened, a testament to Seattle’s growing international ties and the vibrant Indian-American community. City leaders met with delegates and local tech executives, underscoring the importance of global partnerships right here at home.

Over at City Hall, discussions continue around expanding the city’s heat emergency resources after two record-setting high temperature days struck the region earlier this week. While those advisories have now expired, city officials say more resources for cooling centers are under review as part of ongoing climate readiness planning.

Turning to business news, Seattle’s gig workers are finding their voices heard. Uber Eats just agreed to a fifteen-million-dollar settlement over worker rights, in what many are calling a big win for delivery drivers. Local gig worker advocates say this payout sends a message about the value—and rights—of those making our city run behind the scenes.

We’re also tracking new openings and events. The Berkshire Hathaway Fall Fest lights up West Seattle today, offering a taste of autumn fun. If you’re heading out with kids or friends, expect lots of neighborhood flavor, local treats, and community spirit.

Now, sports fans, all eyes are on Lumen Field as the Seattle Sounders prepare to host Inter Miami this Sunday for the Leagues Cup Final. Tickets are selling fast as fans hope to cheer their team to their first Leagues Cup title. On the high school front, Garfield High’s soccer team clinched a thrilling overtime win in last night’s season opener, giving us another reason to celebrate local accomplishments.

On the real estate front, the market remains competitive but stable, with median home prices in Seattle holding just under eight hundred thousand dollars. Inventory is moving slightly slower, a relief for some buyers after last year’s frenzied pace. Meanwhile, companies across tech and hospitality are posting about two thousand new job listings this week alone.

For community feel-good news, we want to highlight the volunteers on Beacon Hill who transformed a vacant lot along South Spokane Street into a thriving little library and garden. Their work has already inspired three more pop-up green spaces in the neighborhood.

And now a look at public safety. Overnight, Seattle Police responded to reports of a burglary at a retail store on Pine Street. One suspect is in custody and there were no injuries. Detectives are also asking for tips about a string of car prowls in Ballard from the past two days. Remember, keep belongings out of sight and report suspicious activity to help keep our neighborhoods safe.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Sunday, August twenty-fourth. We’re waking up to a burst of late summer warmth across the city, with temperatures already climbing toward the high eighties and a forecast pushing up near ninety degrees. If you’re heading out, sunblock and lots of water are smart choices today. Expect this heat spell to last through midweek, with cooler weather and possible showers moving in by the weekend, so hang on to those summer plans for just a few more days.

Let’s start with breaking news. Overnight, Seattle City Light is facing a fresh lawsuit after a former employee reported internal retaliation. This story is developing and could have a big impact on how the city responds to workplace safety concerns. In public safety, police responded to a downtown incident near Pine and Fourth after reports of property damage. No serious injuries, but a suspect is in custody and officers are increasing patrols in the area. Meanwhile, in Spanaway, search crews are still out at Spanaway Lake after a swimmer went missing yesterday. The sheriff’s marine team is urging everyone to use caution around open water in this heat.

Now, over to City Hall, where the council has approved the expansion of cooling centers around Northgate and Beacon Hill. This move comes as a response to the heat advisories and aims to support vulnerable residents through the week. We’re also seeing new rules for water usage downtown, with fountains on timed cycles to conserve resources as temperatures soar.

On the jobs front, hiring in technology and healthcare is steady, and the latest numbers show almost four hundred postings citywide just in the past week. Real estate stays hot alongside the temperature. The median price for homes in Capitol Hill is hovering around nine hundred thousand, with about sixty new listings popping up in Ballard and the Central District since Friday.

In sports, excitement is brewing at Lumen Field. Tonight, the Seattle Sounders host Sporting Kansas City. Our roster is thin with injuries to key players like Jordan Morris and Stuart Hawkins, putting pressure on the younger squad. Kickoff is set for a little after eight and is airing nationally, so expect traffic upticks around Pioneer Square this evening. Meanwhile, Mariners prospect Lazaro Montes keeps impressing, hitting his thirty-second home run of the season for Double-A Arkansas. If you’re following local school sports, Roosevelt High's track team just clinched three top finishes at the state qualifiers.

On the culture front, the Capitol Hill Block Party wraps up today with a standout performance from local favorite The Dip. Small businesses are busy too. Pike Place Market celebrates a grand reopening for Café Canela, while Queen Anne bids farewell to Bookshelf after twenty years.

Community events include the Ballard Seafood Fest kicking off tomorrow along Market Street. And over at Green Lake, volunteers are gathering to clean up the shoreline, showing how neighbors can still step up even in the sweltering heat.

For our feel-good moment, we salute the Ballard Food Bank, which handed out over five hundred meal kits yesterday, and thanks to dozens of volunteers, they say no one is going hungry in our neighborhood.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Saturday, August 23, 2025. We wake up today in the middle of an August heatwave—records were tied yesterday with highs right around 89 degrees in the city, and today the forecast calls for mostly sunny skies with temperatures climbing near the 90 mark again. An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect through Tuesday, so let’s all take care, stay hydrated, and check on our vulnerable neighbors. For those heading out, the hottest stretch will run from early afternoon until early evening, and waterfront areas like Alki and Leschi will be prime spots to cool off. Just remember, the fire danger is high across King County and the Cascades, so watch out for any Red Flag Warnings and avoid open flames this weekend.

We start with breaking news out of the Chinatown-International District, where an 88-year-old man suffered serious head injuries after being assaulted Friday afternoon near Fourth Avenue South and South Jackson Street. Police are still searching for the suspect, and the victim is stable at Harborview Medical Center. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to reach out to Seattle police. Our thoughts are with the victim and his family.

It’s a busy weekend for local travel. King County Metro reports construction closures across many downtown routes, including routes along 3rd Avenue between Stewart and Pine until this evening, so plan ahead for detours and possible delays. Route 128 is also rerouted off California Avenue Southwest, and the Spokane Street Swing Bridge to West Seattle is closed through Sunday night—so expect heavier traffic and rerouted buses if you were planning to head to or from West Seattle.

Turning to sports, T-Mobile Park was buzzing last night as Mariners ace Bryan Woo snapped the club’s five-game losing streak with seven brilliant innings in a tight 3-2 win over the A’s. Woo now boasts the 16th-best ERA in Major League Baseball and the Mariners are riding an eight-game home winning streak, making local baseball fans hopeful as we enter the season’s final stretch.

In local business, there’s excitement for the anticipated opening of a new food hall in Capitol Hill later this week, featuring stalls from both established favorites and newcomers. In Ballard, we say goodbye to Andersen’s Furniture after serving the neighborhood for more than four decades—the owners plan to retire and say they’re grateful for the community support.

On the job front, Seattle’s unemployment rate remains steady at just under 4 percent with tech and hospitality still driving most new postings—but there’s a noted uptick in warehouse and logistics jobs, a sign that our recovery is broadening.

For families, local schools are celebrating a boost in summer reading rates, with Roosevelt High reporting a record number of students completing advanced reading lists. On the youth sports scene, the Garfield Bulldogs took home the city championship in soccer last night at Memorial Stadium, a proud moment for the Central District.

Looking ahead, there’s plenty to do. Bumbershoot returns to Seattle Center on Sunday with live music and art, and the Phinney Farmers Market is open this afternoon for fresh produce, cool beverages, and a family-friendly vibe. A reminder to use sunscreen and seek shade at outdoor events.

To end on a feel-good note, volunteers from Rainier Valley’s community garden surprised the Mount Baker Senior Center with a delivery of fresh tomatoes and herbs yesterday—just the spirit that seems to define our city, even in the hottest weather.

Before we close, remember to look out for one another, beat the heat safely, and stay tuned to your local alerts for any sudden updates.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Friday, August 22, 2025. We’re kicking off our day with a heads up for everyone planning to hit the road. The Washington State Department of Transportation is launching what they’re calling Conechella, a weekend-long festival of major road repairs and closures across the Puget Sound region. Starting tonight and running through Monday morning, expect traffic snarls on southbound SR 99, including lane reductions on the Aurora Bridge for inspections Saturday and Sunday mornings. The SR 99 tunnel will also be closed Sunday night into early Monday. I-5 and other major routes are also affected all weekend, so public transit will definitely be your friend if you want to avoid the gridlock. If you’re traveling between Seattle and Pierce County or heading to Kirkland, Renton, or the South Sound, budget lots of extra time.

Speaking of planning ahead, today marks the start of an intense heat wave for us. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory that lasts through Tuesday. Seattle is looking at highs in the upper 80s, possibly even nudging 90 in some neighborhoods. Lows tonight will be in the low 60s. The heat peaks this weekend with more of the same—hot, dry, and not much relief overnight. Emergency services are on watch for heat-related health issues and, with conditions this dry, firefighters across the region are braced for increased wildfire risk, especially near the Cascades and in Pierce County. The Bear Gulch Fire is not spreading much smoke right now, so air quality remains good for most of us, but that could change if new fires start.

A quick look at city hall reveals council members are debating new downtown zoning measures aimed at boosting affordable housing while streamlining permits for small businesses. Decisions are expected early next week and could impact commercial rents around Belltown and South Lake Union.

For those job hunting, the local tech sector is in a cautious hiring phase, with about 800 new jobs posted this week—steady for late August. The restaurant and retail sectors, however, show a slight uptick in openings, especially downtown as businesses prep for fall and increased convention activity.

Turning to real estate, the median home price for Seattle is now hovering just over 875,000 dollars. That’s a slight increase over July, with more townhomes and condos coming to market, especially in areas like Ballard and Capitol Hill.

On the crime front, Seattle police are investigating two separate incidents—one in the University District where a fatal stabbing occurred late last night, and another involving a multi-car theft bust near Rainier Avenue. No ongoing threat to the public, but authorities remind us to stay aware and report suspicious activity. Meanwhile, a major fentanyl trafficking bust in neighboring Pierce County has led to 15 arrests, a reminder that Seattle’s drug crisis connects deeply with our broader region.

Music lovers, there’s a great weekend ahead—live jazz returns to Columbia City Theatre Saturday night, and Capitol Hill is hosting a rooftop concert series with local bands tonight. T-Mobile Park is buzzing too as the Mariners face off against the Athletics, trying to build momentum with a home series that could boost their place in the standings.

Our schools are wrapping up summer programs, with Garfield High’s robotics club just earning regional honors and the Roosevelt Rough Riders soccer team clinching a preseason win against West Seattle.

For a feel-good story to carry into your day, we celebrate a group of Fremont neighbors who came together to renovate the old Fremont Troll playground, rallying over 200 volunteers and reopening it just in time for the weekend.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Thursday, August 21, 2025.

We start today with breaking news from Redmond where police arrested 18 people after a protest erupted at the Microsoft campus yesterday. According to Fox 13 Seattle, the demonstration, sparked by concerns over the company's contracts with the Israeli military, led to significant property damage and clashes with police. Officers managed to restore order but the arrests are stirring conversations at city hall, with council members calling for added support for peaceful protests and reviews of public safety protocols.

Turning to weather, we should expect a classic summer day in the Emerald City. According to the NOAA forecast and Cliff Mass Weather Blog, temperatures in Seattle will climb into the upper seventies by midday. It will be warmer in inland neighborhoods like South Lake Union and Capitol Hill, but you can find cooler breezes near the waterfront and around Green Lake. No rain in sight, but clouds may gather by evening, so it’s a good day for outdoor activities or to hit the parks before things get muggy.

On the local job front, Seattle businesses are meeting this morning to discuss how new trade tariffs under the Trump administration will hit bottom lines and employment. KOMO News reports that business leaders expect to see costs rise on imported goods, which could slow hiring especially in logistics and tech. Current job listings tick upwards, with around 1,200 new postings since Monday, mostly for software engineers and healthcare workers.

In real estate, market activity remains brisk. According to local agents, average home prices in Ballard and West Seattle hover around eight hundred thousand, with townhomes topping the popular listings. Renters in Queen Anne are bracing for slight increases, with average one-bedroom rates passing twenty-three hundred dollars per month. Developers are launching new apartment buildings in South Lake Union and Columbia City, promising hundreds of units by early next year.

For personal interest, Washington’s first In-N-Out Burger has officially opened in Ridgefield. There are long lines from as far as Federal Way and Tacoma, marking a milestone for fast food fans in the state.

Seattle sports brought drama last night but not in our favor: the Mariners dropped their fifth straight, losing to the Phillies, eleven to two, at T-Mobile Park. Meanwhile, the Storm heads to Dallas after Paige Bueckers' remarkable forty-four-point performance. Our local high school athletes also made us proud, with Roosevelt High’s girls soccer team clinching a playoff spot after a dramatic win at Memorial Stadium.

From city hall, the Washington State Department of Transportation is asking for public feedback on the planned improvement project along State Route 900 in Skyway. The four-point-six million dollar upgrade aims to add a shared-use path and better transit access. Residents along Martin Luther King Jr. Way South are encouraged to have their say at tonight’s open house.

If you’re planning weekend travel, brace for major road closures on I-5 and SR 99, especially near the downtown core and South Tacoma Way. Plan ahead, as detours could add thirty minutes to your drive.

Upcoming events include the Great Outdoors Comedy Festival in Volunteer Park tonight and music fans can catch local jazz at Neptune Theatre this weekend. The Seattle Public Library is hosting free workshops for job seekers on Friday at the Central branch.

On the crime front, there’s concern after a woman was attacked while walking a park trail near Rainier Avenue. She survived but faces a long recovery, and police advise extra caution in area parks this week. Additional officers are patrolling local trails and investigating the incident. Separately, authorities cleared a homeless camp following a double homicide near Lake City; officials emphasize ongoing efforts for public safety and outreach.

Ending with a feel-good story, an Olympia teen just won a twenty-five-thousand-dollar scholarship for her aircraft design innovation—proof our region continues to nurture bright minds and inspiring ideas.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Friday, August 15th, 2025. Today, our city is waking up to the rare sound of steady rain, as an unusual August atmospheric river rolls across Western Washington. Many of us probably noticed the showers overnight, and the umbrellas will continue to see action all day. Expect the rain to pick up again by lunch and stick around for the evening commute, with totals near an inch in the city. While roads will stay wet and it’s breezy out there, the good news is we should avoid any serious flooding, and wildfire crews are welcoming this much-needed soak. Temperatures will be cool with highs in the mid to upper sixties, dipping down to sixty tonight. Looking ahead, tomorrow will bring light morning showers, but Sunday is shaping up much drier and mild.

Turning to breaking news, we have a major crime story unfolding in West Seattle. Police are investigating a bold daylight heist at Menashe and Sons Jewelers on California Avenue Southwest. Around lunchtime yesterday, several thieves armed with hammers and bear spray smashed into the shop, prompting employees to flee out the back to the safety of a nearby gym. The suspects made off with jewelry valued at two million dollars before escaping in a vehicle. No injuries were reported, but the search for those responsible continues, and local business owners are on high alert following a string of similar smash-and-grab incidents in the area. Seattle police chief Shon Barnes addressed the robbery directly at a public safety forum at Delridge Community Center last night, vowing to work with the community to prevent this kind of high-impact crime.

While we’re talking city hall, that community safety event drew a crowd of residents eager to discuss everyday issues like neighborhood traffic, emergency response, and gun violence prevention. It’s another reminder that we all play a part in shaping safety across Seattle.

On the business front, the job market continues its recent trend: local listings remain steady, with roughly twelve thousand jobs posted across King County, although hospitality and tech are down a notch compared to last month. Real estate agents tell us home prices in Seattle proper are stable, with the median single-family home now just under eight hundred thousand dollars, a slight dip from June as more inventory reaches the market. Homebuyers are watching interest rates closely as they consider making moves before fall.

There’s plenty to look forward to this weekend despite the drizzle. The Rainier Valley Heritage Festival kicks off tomorrow on South Alaska Street, celebrating food, music, and community art. The Seattle Street Food Festival is also back in South Lake Union, running all weekend rain or shine, and if the weather breaks, Golden Gardens beach cleanups will go ahead as planned Saturday morning. For families, the Pacific Science Center is hosting its annual summer camp wrap-up event, with live demos and free planetarium shows for students.

In Seattle sports, the Mariners grabbed a win over Oakland last night at T-Mobile Park, holding their spot just a game back from the division lead. High school prep football begins preseason practice this week, and Garfield High is making headlines after several student-athletes earned all-state academic honors.

Let’s close on a feel-good note. In Ballard, volunteers with the Ballard Food Bank celebrated distributing their millionth meal since last summer, all thanks to neighbors chipping in and local businesses donating extra stock. It’s a small reminder of the big-hearted spirit that keeps Seattle going strong, even through rainy days.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Thursday, August 14th, 2025. The city wakes up under thick clouds this morning with temperatures hovering around the mid-sixties, bringing some relief after that brief heatwave earlier in the week. According to KOMO News, temperatures will top out around seventy-three today, but we should all plan for a noticeable cool down tomorrow and a steady rain rolling in by tonight. That means a damp and slippery commute for Friday morning, and we can expect almost an inch of much-needed August rainfall in the city. Most of that rain should move through by early Saturday, so outdoor plans over the weekend still look promising.

Our top story today is unfolding on California Avenue just south of The Junction, where Seattle police responded overnight to a death investigation. Emergency crews initially arrived for a call about a woman down outside an apartment building near California and Dawson. Despite efforts at CPR, unfortunately she could not be revived. Details remain limited right now, as police continue their investigation in the area, with questions from neighbors still lingering. This comes as the city continues to address safety concerns after last week’s clearing of a large homeless camp in Sodo, following a double homicide that has left many in the community demanding stronger action and city accountability.

At City Hall, leaders are turning their attention to public safety and the upcoming back-to-school period, with new resources being discussed for both security and mental health programming in the weeks ahead. There’s also word from city planning that several new affordable housing projects will soon break ground in Rainier Beach and Northgate, which should help ease some pressure in Seattle’s still churning real estate market. Though home prices remain high, the week is seeing a slight dip in mortgage rates, which local agents say is bringing a fresh wave of buyers and sellers out.

For the job market, companies in South Lake Union report several hundred new tech openings this week, particularly in cloud computing and health analytics. Meanwhile, a beloved family-owned bakery on Ballard Avenue announced it is closing its doors after thirty-eight years, citing rising rent and labor costs. But uplifting news comes from the waterfront, as Pier 62 welcomes a new zero-carbon ferry service to Bainbridge Island, promising quieter rides and hundreds of new jobs for deckhands and operators.

On the culture front, live music returns to Pike Place this Friday night with a series of free sets from up-and-coming local bands. The Seattle Storm will look to bounce back at Climate Pledge Arena after that heartbreaking loss against the Sparks last night, while Mariners fans ride out the excitement despite a narrow loss to the Orioles, which snapped their eight-game winning streak.

In education, Roosevelt High is celebrating after its robotics team clinched first place at the Northwest Summer Invitational. We also want to give a quick shoutout to volunteers at Green Lake who organized a record-breaking five hundred pound litter cleanup just yesterday—amazing work helping keep our city beautiful.

For our crime report, besides the ongoing death investigation in West Seattle, Seattle police are reminding everyone to stay vigilant after a pair of recent car prowls in the Fremont area, and they’re stepping up patrols near schools as classes resume next week. SeaTac Airport security was in the spotlight earlier this month after three prisoners managed to escape during transport, leading to a review of protocols for law enforcement at our busiest travel hub.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Sunday, August 10, 2025. We’re waking up in the city with mostly sunny skies and a touch of warmth. Today we expect highs in the upper seventies and low eighties, breezy from the north as the afternoon picks up. It’s a lovely run of summer weather — we are not expecting the heat advisory to push us too far, with official alerts saying the major heat should stay south and east of the core city neighborhoods. If your plans take you to Green Lake, Alki Beach, or up to Volunteer Park, you are in for a dry and pleasant day with plenty of late-morning sunshine. Over the next few days, expect highs to hover in the low to mid eighties with more clouds and the possibility of showers after midweek, so enjoy the outdoor options while the sun’s still leading the way.

Our biggest headline this morning centers on public safety and a quick response from law enforcement overnight. Seattle police were called out to Duwamish Head in West Seattle, where a pursuit of shooting suspects ended with two suspects in custody after a dramatic chase involving damaged police vehicles and a roadblock. Traffic in that area is still slow, so keep that in mind if you’re heading toward Alki this morning. Elsewhere, police continue to investigate a shooting that left a man injured near Bhy Kracke Park in Queen Anne. Authorities emphasize that anyone with information should come forward, and there is no broader threat at this time.

Meanwhile, city hall just gave Ballard residents something to cheer about by approving a new pedestrian plaza outside the Ballard Farmers Market, which officially opens next weekend. This move will boost both safety and local business on Ballard Avenue, according to council comments. On the civic front, the city is preparing for more work on the northbound lanes of the I-5 Ship Canal Bridge, but reports from the Washington State Department of Transportation confirm that work should be finished on schedule by midweek, easing congestion between downtown and Northgate.

Real estate is reaching summer highs, too, with a stunning Mercer Island home just listed at nearly seven million dollars, drawing serious attention. The local job market edges forward, with the latest figures showing a slight uptick in new tech and healthcare positions this month, especially in South Lake Union and the Denny Triangle.

For Mariners fans, yesterday was memorable as Ichiro Suzuki had his number 51 retired in a stirring pregame tribute at T-Mobile Park. The Mariners clinched another win, led by Cal Raleigh’s powerful home run, and Julio Rodriguez’s hot streak continues. Ichiro Day in Seattle is officially a thing, with commemorations planned for years to come, including a statue outside the stadium in 2026.

Culturally, the Seafair Blue Angels flyover dazzled folks along the Lake Washington shoreline yesterday, and the Pacific Northwest Ballet unveiled its outdoor summer series at the Seattle Center, bringing hundreds to the park lawns for free performances under the open sky. In neighborhood news, the Make-A-Wish foundation’s Wishes in Flight fundraiser just crossed the eight million frequent flyer miles milestone, a bright spot showing the generosity of our community.

On the school front, Roosevelt High’s girls soccer team brought home a trophy on Friday with a tournament sweep, while Garfield robotics club advances to state finals, earning a spot in the STEM spotlight.

Before we sign off, a smile for your Sunday: up in Capitol Hill, volunteers with the Q Cafe hosted their summer bike tune-up event, fixing over a hundred kids’ bikes for free and handing out helmets. It’s small moments like these that keep our community rolling strong.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Saturday, August 9th, 2025.

We're waking up to a picture-perfect Pacific Northwest weekend. Sunshine breaks through the early haze, and while some pockets of fog linger near Lake Union and the Duwamish, those will clear by mid-morning. Temperatures settle into the low eighties for much of King County, so it’s a great day for a stroll at Green Lake or lunch along Ballard Avenue. If you’re heading outside, keep an eye out for high clouds and the possibility, however slight, of witnessing the northern lights tonight. The weather warms up even more tomorrow, with a heat advisory stretching down toward Portland and the Columbia Basin, so it’s a good weekend to hydrate and find shade if you’re sensitive to heat.

Major developments on Seattle’s roads might affect your plans. Metro buses along 3rd Avenue, between Stewart Street and Pine, plus several other routes, are detouring through downtown due to construction until Sunday evening. NB SR-99 lanes on the Aurora Avenue Bridge are closed for weekend maintenance. From Wallingford to West Seattle, bus stops are shifting, so double-check your route before heading out. For ferry riders, Washington State Ferry fares are up, with new surcharges kicking in just as weekend traffic swells.

On the crime front, Seattle police are investigating a deadly crash from yesterday near Capitol Hill. There’s also a call for public help after a hit-and-run injured an 82-year-old man in Greenwood. In West Seattle, two smoke shops were targeted by thieves in just two days—investigations continue, and shop owners are increasing security. We send our best to everyone affected and urge listeners to report any helpful tips to SPD.

Turning to City Hall, councilmembers this week began debating new funding for heat resilience centers, spurred by rising temperatures across the region. The proposed plan could open public cooling centers in neighborhoods like Rainier Beach and Northgate as early as next month. Council is also reviewing rent stabilization measures to counter recent spikes in apartment prices—single-family permits dropped more than six percent in July, and the real estate market is adjusting with more buyers than available listings. Average rent on Capitol Hill just ticked past $2,300, and Redfin reports bidding wars for homes are still common around Queen Anne and Phinney Ridge.

In jobs news, Seattle tech recruiters are seeing increased openings for software engineers and data analysts, with about 700 new postings this week alone. Boeing has plans for a late-summer hiring event at their Everett site, focusing on maintenance and engineering roles. On the small business scene, Pike Place Market welcomes two new vendors—a vegan bakery and an art prints shop—while a beloved Fremont coffeehouse announced its closing after 20 years, citing rising rent.

Our music and culture scene is buzzing: the Seafair log boom is underway, bringing hydroplanes and an air show to Lake Washington. If you’re downtown, don’t miss the Brotherton Celebrity Steak-Out or tonight’s jazz session at the Tractor Tavern. In sports, Ichiro Suzuki will be honored at T-Mobile Park today following his Hall of Fame induction, and the Mariners secured a dramatic win over the White Sox last night, sweeping the series with a walk-off single in the eleventh inning.

In community news, over 200 animals were rescued from dire circumstances in Thurston County, with local shelters rallying for foster volunteers. Meanwhile, Seattle schools are celebrating after Garfield High’s robotics team placed second in a national competition—congrats to the talented students and staff!

Finally, on a feel-good note, the Make-A-Wish Wishes in Flight Drive raised over eight million miles, giving dozens of Seattle-area children the chance to travel and pursue their dreams.

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Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for Friday, August eighth, twenty twenty-five.

We wake up today to partly cloudy skies, a cool breeze, and temperatures right around seventy degrees. The good news is the early morning drizzle is clearing, and we can expect sun breaking through as we head into the afternoon, making for a perfect Friday. Forecasts say we will stay dry through the weekend, with highs in the mid-seventies and plenty of sun just in time for Mariners baseball and Seahawks preseason football. The air quality is excellent this morning, so it’s a great day to get outside.

However, not everyone started their day with sunshine. Yesterday morning, about twenty-eight hundred homes in North Seattle lost power starting around eight-thirty. Seattle City Light crews jumped to restore service with most customers expected back online just before noon. The cause for the outage is still being investigated, so if you are still in the dark, hang in there. Crews are working on it.

Now to public safety. In the Junction neighborhood of West Seattle, police are investigating an attempted burglary after a group used a stolen black Kia to ram into the front of a popular smoke shop in the four thousand seven hundred block of California Avenue Southwest. The suspects tried to force their way in but left before making entry or stealing merchandise, leaving the shop with major damage to the doors and security gates. The vehicle is linked to a previous armed robbery in another part of Seattle. Seattle Police are urging anyone with information to call their violent crimes tip line.

In city government, the big topic this week is Seattle’s new rent cap law. Several local landlords have been fined under new regulations aimed at keeping rental increases in check. With the average price for a two-bedroom apartment hovering just below twenty-four hundred dollars, affordable housing remains a pressing concern. City Council meets today to discuss funding for new transit projects, including a plan for more e-bike lanes around Capitol Hill and Rainier Avenue to ease downtown morning commutes.

Turning to business, Alaska Airlines made headlines announcing new nonstop flights to London and Reykjavik out of SeaTac, expected to bring hundreds of jobs. In community news, three Seattle-area sandwich shops, including staples near Pike Place Market, earned spots on Yelp’s top one hundred list for the nation. And over in Ballard, a new zero-waste grocery store opens its doors today on Northwest Market Street, aiming to reduce single-use plastics across the city.

Local schools are already gearing up for the fall. Roosevelt High’s robotics team just took home first place at the statewide competition, and Garfield’s summer sports camps filled up in record time. On the arts front, Seattle’s unique Hot Rat Summer mosaic installation at Westlake Park is now permanent, adding fresh color and humor to downtown.

And for a little feel-good news, a group of neighbors in Beacon Hill organized a block party to throw a birthday bash for ninety-year-old resident Dorothy Kim, who has lived on the same street since nineteen fifty-nine. Her secret to a good life: always wave to your neighbors.

Finally, for your weekend plans, the Fremont Fair is in full swing with local bands, food trucks, and a huge night market. The Mariners play the Astros at T-Mobile Park tonight, and the Seahawks take on the Raiders in their preseason home opener. Both games are expected to draw big crowds, so plan ahead if you’re traveling near downtown.

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