This week in CHS history Black Lives Matter protests begin in Seattle, Spice SPC Indian Grocery debuts, driver smashes into Coastal Kitchen

Seattle Police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run that occurred on Olive Way, where a man was struck and killed Friday night. This incident follows other violent events in the Capitol Hill area, including a recent stabbing at Capitol Hill Station, leading to a murder charge against a suspect. The suspect, Shawn Patrick Moore, pleaded not guilty and remains in custody with a $3 million bond. In more positive news, the neighborhood welcomed new dining options, including Ramie, a contemporary Vietnamese restaurant that opened on 14th Avenue last week. Spice SPC, an Indian grocery store known for its social purpose model, has also reopened after relocating to a new site off E Madison.

The $4. 3 million Melrose Promenade project, which aims to enhance safety for pedestrians and cyclists along Melrose Ave, is nearing completion with a planned finish by June. These developments reflect the changing landscape of Capitol Hill, highlighting both the challenges of violence and the growth of community-oriented businesses. Local officials emphasize the importance of these projects in fostering a safer and more vibrant neighborhood.