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Mayor Greg Nickels says the city has stepped up efforts to keep people safe, protect property and keep Seattle moving during this year's winter storm season.

The mayor also urged all residents to make sure they are prepared to weather…MORE

Mayor Greg Nickels has proposed an update and rezone to the city's multi-family code, which includes eliminating parking requirements in urban centers and incentive zoning to bring in more affordable homes and rentals.

The changes are…MORE

When voters approved the "Bridging the Gap" program to improve transportation in Seattle, a special fund was set up with $4.5 million for neighborhood transportation projects.

A half dozen types of transportation projects are eligible.

While Ballard Junior Football players tackled each other during practice last Thursday at Loyal Heights Playfield, three Seattle City Council candidates listened to the concerns of parents over their dispute with the city and neighbors.

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An Indian fisherman recently caught more than Coho salmon in his gill net anchored just south of Duwamish Head.

Witnesses on shore, including a photographer, say he hauled a harbor seal pup into his boat, roughly untangled it from his net…MORE

One of the biggest needs in the city for senior citizens is low-cost housing, but the severity of the situation is a mixed bag.

Alan Rhone, with the Seattle Office for Senior Citizens Senior Information and Assistance program, helps…MORE

State Rep. Joe McDermott, D-West Seattle, last week was appointed by the King County Council to the state Senate.

McDermott replaced Erik Poulsen, who resigned earlier this month to become a lobbyist on energy issues.

"It's an honor…MORE

The Highline Community College Board of Trustees has retained National Search and Education Consulting (NSEC) to assist them in their search for a new college president.

NSEC is an educational consulting firm with experience in conducting…MORE

The family friendly Boo celebration in Burien on Saturday, Oct. 27 will unleash some howling good fun along Southwest 152nd Street from noon to 5 p.m.

Activities get under way with the fourth annual Costume Dog Parade, which will set paw…MORE

Sea-Tac International Airport officials are just looking for some peace and harmony this winter-especially with their seasonal decorations.

Last year's Christmas season was anything but harmonious.

In a series of events that brought…MORE