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Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT) will begin a significant road repair project on N/NW 85th Street between 15th Avenue NW and I-5 today. Commuters and neighbors should try to avoid major traffic impacts during construction, anticipated…MORE

A white Christmas? Could be – at least in the mountains. Forecasts call for a snowstorm to hit the mountain passes just in time for Christmas holiday travel, and travelers should plan to pack tire chains and a winter kit alongside presents before…MORE

Today, Dec. 21, marks the precise midpoint for the four-year term of King County Executive Dow Constantine. In honor of this milestone, his office has published a list of Constantine's achievements during his first two years in office.

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Those traveling by bus should be aware of Metro's holiday schedule.

Winter Break started for the University of Washington on Monday, which means limited bus services to the UW from now until school picks up again in the new year.

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On Wednesday evening, when Winter Solstice brings us the longest night of the year, WHEEL and the Church of Mary Magdalene will host a vigil to remember all the homeless people who died outside or by violence this past year.

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The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) had certified Swedish Ballard along with three other Swedish campuses to provide emergency cardiac care services to patients throughout the Puget Sound region.

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The commercial auctioneers at James G. Murphy Co. will be auctioning off Thaiku's antique Asian decor to the highest bidder on December 29, creating a unique opportunity for people to take home a piece of Ballard Ave's beloved restaurant and bar…MORE

The City of Seattle will be updating the Climate Action Plan in 2012 and is seeking community input.

The Office of Sustainability & Environment is asking for feedback on how Seattle can achieve a low-carbon future. Visit this link for…MORE

Starting July 1st, shoppers will no longer be asked 'paper or plastic' when checking out at a Seattle retail store.

In December of last year Seattle City council approved a plastic bag ordinance, Council Bill 117345, intended to help clean…MORE

Many Seattle residents wonder how they can fit all their wrapping paper, boxes, bottles and other recyclables into their cart during the holiday season.

As a reminder, Seattle residents can always recycle as much as they want at no extra…MORE