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Unicorn Seattle will reopen on October 30, three months after a fire damaged the bar and neighboring businesses. The reopening coincides with Halloween weekend and will feature changes to its event lineup, including the end of the Mimosas Cabaret. Despite challenges, the bar aims to celebrate its 15th Hilloween with a fresh look.
The Capitol Hill Carnival and Bar will reopen after three months of closure, promising a revamped menu and a cleaned venue. This reopening marks a significant return for the local establishment, which has been a staple in the community.
New evidence in the wrongful death lawsuit for Antonio Mays Jr., who was killed during the 2020 CHOP protests, reveals significant details about the shooting and the Seattle Police Department's delayed response. The lawsuit is set to go to trial next week, with the city challenging the defense's expert witness on valuing Mays's life. No suspects have been identified in the case, which has remained unsolved for over five years.
One man sustained a gunshot wound in a drive-by shooting near Denny and East Olive Way early Tuesday. Police are investigating the incident, searching for an older model blue van seen departing the scene. The victim, 26, received treatment at Harborview, but his condition remains unknown.
Katie Wilson, Seattle mayoral candidate, addresses financial support from her parents in a video response dubbed “Momgate.” The incumbent, Bruce Harrell, criticized Wilson's working-class identity amid revelations of parental financial aid, sparking a debate on affordability in Seattle ahead of the election.
A stabbing on a Metro bus in Seattle prompted a significant emergency response on Sunday afternoon. The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries and received treatment on-site while police searched for a suspect who fled on foot. A possible suspect was detained approximately 20 minutes after the incident.
A new four-way stop has been implemented in Capitol Hill, Seattle, clarifying it is not a rogue project from the local Department of Transportation. Residents expressed mixed reactions, with some welcoming the safety improvements while others raised concerns about traffic flow.
Capitol Hill's new apartment building, part of King County's Health Through Housing initiative, is set to welcome its first residents. This project aims to address homelessness in the region by providing stable housing options. The Lavender Rights Project supports this initiative, which underscores the community's commitment to health and housing solutions.
A new 4-way stop has been permanently installed at 21st and John in Seattle after a temporary removal due to miscommunication with the Seattle Police Department. This measure is part of the Safe Routes to School program, which aims to improve safety for students near public schools. The area has experienced 20 significant collisions over the past decade, prompting the need for enhanced traffic control.
King County's Sharyn Grayson House, part of the Health Through Housing initiative, is set to welcome its first residents after three years of development. The 35-unit apartment building aims to provide supportive housing for marginalized groups experiencing chronic homelessness, boasting a 95% retention rate among its residents.