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Creepy, Crawly, and Full of Mysteries
KUOW’s new podcast uncovers stories behind Burke Museum’s incredible specimens
Did you know the Burke Museum is home to more than 16 million artifacts? From dinosaur bones to preserved sea otters, to teeny-tiny shells, the place is packed with natural history that helps tell the story of our planet. Now, there’s a podcast to go with it: Spectacular Specimens, a new series from KUOW in…
As Homelessness Persists, Every Step Counts
Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission will build a new shelter for unhoused women and children
A 21-unit shelter for unhoused women and children may seem insignificant, but it represents another step toward eradicating homelessness in King County. Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission has received a $3 million award from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines to fund the construction of the emergency shelter in South King County for homeless…
FareStart Earns $10,000 Jacques Pépin Foundation Grant
The Seattle nonprofit is one of 16 programs nationwide to receive recognition for its community impact
FareStart, the Seattle nonprofit that trains people for jobs in the food industry, has received a $10,000 Winter 2025 grant from the Jacques Pépin Foundation (JPF). The funding will support programs that help those facing homelessness or other barriers to employment gain essential culinary and job skills. “FareStart is profoundly honored to be awarded a…
Seattle Offers Free Virtual Therapy for Teens
A new program makes mental health care easier to access for young people
Being a teenager is tough. I know — I have one. Friendships, school pressures, and social media can complicate everything. She’s lucky she can talk to us, but not every kid has that support. Last week, Seattle launched a free online therapy program for residents ages 13 to 24. In partnership with Talkspace, young people…
Seattle Baker Wins Food Network Cookie Challenge
Janet Tan’s $10,000 victory moves her closer to her dream
Seattle baker Janet Tan emerged as the winner of Food Network’s The Christmas Cookie Challenge, a victory that brings her one step closer to achieving her dream of opening her own storefront. “I was surprised when I found out that I won because the other bakers are equally talented, and this challenge was so tough,”…
From Tech to Toys
Amazon hosts Winter Wonderland for underserved kids
Amazon’s downtown Seattle campus is usually full of tech workers. Last weekend, it was overrun by children. The company transformed its downtown Seattle headquarters into a Winter Wonderland, hosting more than 1,000 underserved children and their families for a day of festive activities and holiday fun. Each child had the opportunity to select up to…
Help Pike Place Market Foundation Win $100,000
Kelly Clarkson’s Good Neighbor of the Year could mean big support for Seattle’s historic market
Seattle’s iconic Pike Place Market is in the running for a $100,000 prize as a finalist for The Kelly Clarkson Show’s Good Neighbor of the Year. Tune in to KOMO News today at 2 p.m. to see the Market featured on national TV, then head to @kellyclarksonshow’s Instagram story to vote by entering “Seattle.” Voting…
Seattle’s Fall Colors Are a Must-See This Year
The city is one of the most Instagrammed autumn destinations worldwide
Fall in Seattle is the best 🍁 Cozy coffee shops, crunchy leaves, and those colors! No wonder #fallinseattle is trending. What’s your favorite spot in Seattle right now? Share it with us!
Sweetgreen Expands Again with Capitol Hill Opening
The fast-casual chain now has three Seattle-area locations
Clearly, Seattle loves fast-casual salads and customizable grain bowls. With two locations already in South Lake Union and Totem Lake, Sweetgreen is opening a third spot at 11th and Pine in Capitol Hill on Oct. 22. This new Capitol Hill location will be the first in the Pacific Northwest to feature the Infinite Kitchen —…
The Sea Boss Retires
From the Ocean Pavilion to Seattle’s Waterfront makeover, Seattle Aquarium CEO Bob Davidson leaves a legacy that will last for generations
When Bob Davidson visited the Seattle Aquarium 22 years ago as newly appointed CEO, he brought his three college and high school age sons along to tour the facility…
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