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An estimated 70,000 participants will gather for the “No Kings 2.0” rally in Seattle on October 18, starting at Seattle Central College and culminating at the Seattle Center. The event aims to promote LGBTQ+ pride and mutual aid, featuring speakers, performances, and a march to the Mexican Consulate. Attendees are encouraged to bring canned food for a mutual aid table.
Bonito Café y Mercadito has become a vibrant community hub in Capitol Hill, celebrating Latino and queer culture since its opening a year ago. The café evolved from a pop-up market inspired by a successful event that drew over 15,000 attendees this summer, showcasing unique flavors and fostering a sense of belonging among diverse communities.
Groups plan a rally called "No Kings 2" in Capitol Hill, Seattle, before joining a larger march at Seattle Center on Saturday. The event aims to address community concerns and mobilize local activists. Organizers expect significant participation from various community members.
Kaiser Permanente plans to fill vacant retail spaces on its Capitol Hill campus, responding to community requests. The healthcare provider has engaged Health Hospitality Partners to manage these spaces and is launching a survey for neighborhood input on desired businesses. A new coffee shop is also set to open soon.
Seattle leaders are proposing a ban on restrictive covenants that prevent new grocery stores and pharmacies from opening in shuttered locations. Mayor Bruce Harrell's plan aims to tackle food and pharmacy deserts by making these covenants illegal, which currently block competition and limit access to essential services.
Kaiser Permanente's Capitol Hill campus faces calls from the community to fill its vacant spaces. Residents express interest in new businesses to revitalize the area along 15th Avenue. A recent photograph submitted by a reader highlights the empty locations.
Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson highlights her efforts to improve Miller Park amid rising challenges of homelessness and drug use in the area. Nelson faces a re-election challenge from Dionne Foster, who questions her experience in addressing these issues. The park, which had experienced encampments, now remains free of long-term homelessness.
The Regional Transit Safety Task Force presented six safety recommendations to the King County Council, aimed at enhancing operator and rider safety following the murder of a Metro bus driver. Key initiatives include installing stronger barriers for drivers, improving emergency communication, and expanding support for vulnerable riders. Funding of $26.1 million has been allocated for these safety upgrades.
A new restaurant, Blue Willow, is set to occupy the former Stateside space on E Pike in Capitol Hill, aiming to fill gaps left by recent closures. Owner Benjamin Chew, known for Tyger Tyger, is familiar with the neighborhood after previously managing Lionhead. The opening comes amid significant business losses in the area, including the closures of Mamnoon and Starbucks' Capitol Hill roastery.
An 18-year-old was shot and killed at Broadway and Pike, identified as Jaydon Jameson. A third victim with a grazing gunshot wound was reported after the incident, prompting police to investigate potential connections to a previous homicide in the area. City Council representative Joy Hollingsworth has proposed a five-point public safety plan to address the ongoing violence and safety concerns.