May 2026

The Alki Community Council (ACC) is set to gather this Thursday, May 21, from 7:00–8:30 PM at the Alki UCC (6115 Hinds Street) for a meeting focused on "Community, Progress, and Impact". The evening will feature a mix of critical neighborhood safety updates and a special celebration of long-term community service.

A major highlight of the agenda is the "good news" regarding pedestrian safety improvements at Alki Avenue and 63rd Avenue SW, a collaborative effort involving City Councilmember Rob Saka and SDOT. Reflecting on the evening's significance, ACC President Charlotte Starck noted:

Editors Note: This story has been updated and corrected at the request of the King County Department of Community and Human Services

The King County Office of the Ombuds has released an independent review conducted by Clark Nuber, P.S., identifying $690,617 in questioned costs across 16 community-based organizations. While the report highlights significant fiscal mismanagement, the Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) clarified that over $370,000 of those funds were withheld and not paid, bringing the actual potential improper payments down to $320,000.

By Tim Clinton

Sports Editor

The next week features a busy slate of professional home games and significant road trips. The Seattle Storm will be a focal point for home fans, hosting a four-game stretch at Climate Pledge Arena with back-to-back matchups against Connecticut followed by two games against Washington. Meanwhile, the Mariners conclude their home appearance at T-Mobile Park against the White Sox on May 20 before embarking on a week-long road trip to Kansas City and Sacramento.

By Tim Clinton

Sports Editor

Postseason athletic action saw mixed results for local teams, with several programs extending their seasons while others faced narrow defeats. In baseball, Chief Sealth kept its season alive with an 11-6 victory over Cedarcrest, securing a spot in state action this coming Saturday.

Kennedy Catholic also successfully extended its season by defeating Battle Ground 5-3, following a dominant 9-2 win over Camas earlier in the week. However, the West Seattle Wildcats saw their season end in a heartbreaking 2-1 loss to Eastside Catholic, despite previous playoff wins against Seattle Prep and Garfield.

A residential fire in White Center on Saturday left one home significantly damaged and a travel trailer completely destroyed after flames spread between properties.

King County Fire District 2 and Puget Sound Fire crews were dispatched to the 10200 block of 26th Avenue SW following reports of a blaze on Saturday around 11:15 AM. Upon arrival, firefighters discovered a travel trailer engulfed in flames that had already extended to a primary residence, a fence, and a neighboring home.

According to fire officials, the travel trailer is considered a total loss, and the main house involved suffered significant fire damage. However, the neighboring house sustained only minor damage, a result that officials attributed to the quick actions of the responding firefighting crews.

No injuries were reported during the incident. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

The White Center Teen Program (WCTP) is preparing to host a high-energy dual event on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at Steve Cox Memorial Park. The event will feature the annual PNTH Job Fair running alongside a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, creating a unique environment where local youth can pursue career opportunities and community recreation simultaneously.

The PNTH Job Fair is a cornerstone of the WCTP’s career development efforts, designed to connect local youth with summer jobs and internships. The program has a significant impact on the community; to date, over 500 teens have secured their first job through this annual event. This year’s fair is hosted in collaboration with Southwest Youth and Family Services (SWYFS), the YWCA, and the WorkForce Development Council.