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How the Ballard Locks Changed Seattle Forever

How the Ballard Locks Changed Seattle Forever

As we celebrate 100 years since the construction of the Ballard locks and ship canal, we look back on how carving out Seattle’s waterways forever reshaped our landscape and economy.

The site where the Ballard locks were to be built needed to be kept dry, so a cofferdam was erected around the construction area, seen in this photo taken in 1915.

Seattle Opens $30 Million in Homeless Service Contracts for Bidding, Wants More Accountability

Seattle Opens $30 Million in Homeless Service Contracts for Bidding, Wants More Accountability

For the first time in a decade, the city rebid the homeless service contracts.

The city’s Human Services Department issued a request for proposals today for $30 million in homeless services—the first time in more than a decade that a majority of the city’s homelessness contracts have been put out for competitive bids.  At a press conference Wednesday morning, Mayor Ed Murray said he found it “shocking that this…

Fourth of July Fireworks Can be Terrifying for Dogs. Here’s How to Help

Fourth of July Fireworks Can be Terrifying for Dogs. Here’s How to Help

5 ways to keep your dog from freaking out over fireworks.

If you have a dog, you may already be worrying about the snap, crackle and pop that inevitably come with our Fourth of July holiday and send dogs cowering. “Dogs are afraid of the fireworks simply because they don’t know what they are,” says Aly DelaCoeur, a Seattle-based dog trainer and founder of the dog…

How Seattle Libraries Are Helping the Homeless

How Seattle Libraries Are Helping the Homeless

A new Seattle library service connects the homeless with resources.

The Central Library has a social service provider on site.

Lake Washington 'Float Party' Cancelled After Seattle Cops Crack Down

Lake Washington ‘Float Party’ Cancelled After Seattle Cops Crack Down

Looks like the huge innertube party's over.

If we’re to believe attractive TV weather people, it’s going to be super hot in Seattle this weekend. The kind of hot that leaves the fan aisle at Target looking like a scene out of The Walking Dead. Serendipitously, a group of would-be innertubers had planned to hit Lake Washington at Magnuson Park en masse…

Tumultuous Capitol Hill Neighborhood is a Beacon of Change

Tumultuous Capitol Hill Neighborhood is a Beacon of Change

Walking through one of Seattle's oldest 'hoods, Steve Scher discovers that while the future looms in every direction, each step takes you through the past.

The Rainier Chapter House of the Daughters was modeled after Mount Vernon.

Washington State Troopers Cracking Down on Annoying Drivers

Washington State Troopers Cracking Down on Annoying Drivers

The Washington State Patrol is putting "campers" on notice.

Beware, left lane campers.

Man With Blackface Puppet Crashes Fremont Solstice Parade

Man With Blackface Puppet Crashes Fremont Solstice Parade

Organizers asked the man to leave after they spotted him.

Organizers vow changes will be made to prevent similar incidents in the future.

Seattle's One of the Safest Cities for Pedestrians. But are We Doing Enough?

Seattle’s One of the Safest Cities for Pedestrians. But are We Doing Enough?

Critics say the city isn't acting quick enough to prevent pedestrian deaths.

SDOT calls Rainier Avenue South “Seattle’s most dangerous street.”

Space Needle Renovation Plans Embrace Future and Past

Space Needle Renovation Plans Embrace Future and Past

In some ways, what's old is new with the Needle's $100 million makeover.

The Space Needle architect’s model featured a tall glass barrier on the observation deck that was never built. Until now.

The Closed-Door Deal Affecting Seattle's Waterfront for Years to Come

The Closed-Door Deal Affecting Seattle’s Waterfront for Years to Come

Transit advocates aren't happy about the terms of the unusual deal.

Leslie Smith of the Alliance for Pioneer Square has successfully advocated for a narrower waterfront roadway.

Redmond High Schooler Wants to Make Seawater Drinkable For Millions

Redmond High Schooler Wants to Make Seawater Drinkable For Millions

By 10th grade, Apoorv Khandelwal was trying to change the world.

Apoorv Khandelwal’s ingenious invention takes the salt out of saltwater.

Why Can't Seattle be More Welcoming to Tourists?

Why Can’t Seattle be More Welcoming to Tourists?

A little effort (on both sides) would go a long way.

I-5 signs through downtown can confuse tourists and locals alike

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