Sound Transit is working to reduce the impact of historic inflation, tariffs, labor shortages, supply chain disruptions and other factors on its ability to plan, build and deliver transit to the region.
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A man who spent over eight years on Washington’s Most Wanted list is now behind bars following an arrest in West Seattle. Jerry C. Denson, 36, was taken into custody on April 2, 2026, in connection with a fatal DUI-related crash that occurred on St. Patrick's Day in 2017.
For more than a decade, the West Seattle Triangle has been the neighborhood where Seattle’s big plans go to wait. It’s the place where the city envisioned a walkable, transit‑rich gateway district; where Sound Transit once promised a major light‑rail station; and where developers were told to design for a future that never quite arrived.
Now, the Triangle’s most significant private development, the two‑building Sweeney Blocks project, is caught in the same limbo. And the reason, according to owner Lynn Sweeney, comes down to a single bureaucratic demand from the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT):
Show us how your project will “respond to and inform the public realm.”
In the heart of the Greenbridge community at 9901 8th Ave SW, a long-held dream has finally become a reality. Zoco Cafe and Wine, which recently celebrated its opening, is the result of years of planning between owners Amador Coyantes and his sister Silvia Camarillo.
The siblings, who are active members of the local Holy Family Catholic Church, chose this location near White Center specifically because of their deep connection to the neighborhood and its people.
Highline Public Schools is currently considering a proposal to relocate and rebuild Cascade Middle School at the Salmon Creek site, a move that has sparked significant debate among local residents.
The district’s Capital Facilities Advisory Committee (CFAC) held a meeting on March 30 to finalize its recommendations for an upcoming bond proposal. Despite the progress in planning, officials emphasize that no final decision has been reached regarding the school’s future location.
Ronald Ray Hart, age 83, passed away on February 26, 2026, in Burien, Washington. Ray is survived by Carla, his beloved wife of 58 years; daughter Ranette, sons Carl and Matt; son-in-law Jay; daughter-in-law Katie; and his cherished grandchildren Ivo, Mary Kate, Luce, and Louis. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, caregivers, and friends.
At a crowded community forum at the Youngstown Cultural Arts Center, Sound Transit officials and local leaders presented a transformed vision for the West Seattle Link Extension, announcing a redesign that identifies "at least" $2.6 billion in savings while preserving critical local landmarks.
As West Seattle neighbors voice mounting concerns over the $3.3 million Glassyard Commons RV safe lot and tiny home village at the bend where 2nd Ave SW meets W Marginal Way SW. The physical address is 7200 West Marginal Way S. in southeast West Seattle/South Park. The site is 3.9‑acres and is currently owned by WSDOT.
Councilmember Rob Saka is proposing legislative changes aimed at securing the areas surrounding new homeless services. The Highland Park project has faced significant pushback from residents and business owners who fear the development will exacerbate crime and lead to further unregulated encampments.
This Earth Month marks a major milestone for local conservation as volunteers prepare for the 20th anniversary of Duwamish Alive!. On Saturday, April 18, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, community members will gather to care for the Duwamish, "Seattle’s only river" by restoring native habitats across multiple urban parks and open spaces spanning from Seattle to Kent.
The ongoing restoration efforts are critical to the health of the river’s watershed. Forested areas like the Duwamish Greenbelt, one of the largest in the lower river section, provide essential air and water filtration to combat pollution from storm runoff. Furthermore, expanding the tree canopy helps mitigate summer heat domes, which disproportionately affect low-income neighborhoods and communities of color.
As the cherry blossoms unfurl and the air fills with the scent of spring, neighborhoods around the Westside are gearing up for one of the season’s most joyful traditions — the Easter Egg Hunt. From West Seattle’s parks to Ballard’s bustling churches, families will gather this weekend to celebrate renewal, laughter, and the thrill of discovery.
The Easter egg hunt traces its roots back centuries to European customs celebrating rebirth and fertility. Early Christians adopted the egg as a symbol of resurrection, and by the 17th century, German families were hiding colored eggs for children to find which is a practice that crossed the Atlantic with immigrants. In the U.S., the tradition blossomed into community-wide events, with the first White House Easter Egg Roll held in 1878. Today, hunts have evolved into vibrant festivals featuring candy-filled eggs, crafts, and family photo ops.
