As the Seattle area exits another stretch of unusually hot weather, Washington renters should know that they have a new legal protection that could make staying cool a little easier. A state law that took...
From Hot Rat Summer to Jimothy Summer, Seattle loves a quirky summer mascot. The city's newest local icon, Jimothy, is a raccoon with short spine syndrome who went viral after being spotted in Ballard. Hi...
When Seattle's summer crowds and busy schedules start to wear you down, Whidbey Island offers an easy change of pace. Just a short drive and ferry ride from Seattle—or an all-driving route if you prefer—th...
Western Washington is headed into a stretch of hot weather this week, with a heat advisory in effect from 10 a.m. Tuesday, July 21 through 11 p.m. Wednesday, July 22 for much of the region, including the...
Jimothy the Raccoon: Everything to Know About Seattle's Viral Wildlife Celebrity An unusually shaped raccoon nicknamed Jimothy recently went viral after a Seattle resident's video gained more than 5 mi...
Seattle's summer event calendar wouldn't be complete without the South Lake Union Block Party, returning on Friday, August 14, 2026. As the neighborhood's largest and longest-running celebration, this fre...
Seattle's summer calendar is packed with neighborhood garage sales, giving bargain hunters plenty of chances to explore different parts of the city while searching for unique finds. If you missed the popu...
If you're in Seattle during the summer, Seafair is one of those events you can't really escape—and that's part of the fun. Running for several weeks, it's less of a single festival and more of a city-wid...
As summer temperatures climb across the Seattle area, many locals are looking for an easy day trip that offers a chance to cool off. One of Washington's most popular warm-weather traditions is floating th...
Seattle could be one step closer to saying goodbye to the twice-a-year clock change. The U.S. House has passed a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent across the country, meaning no more...