‘Head tax’ isn’t dead yet in Seattle Seattle officials will once again try to pass an employee head tax on businesses. A similar idea failed in the city council last year, but council... Paige Browning
Six-month deadline to file workplace harassment claims could expand in Seattle Seattle's anti-discrimination laws allow people up to 180 days to file a complaint against their employer. That statute of limitations would increase... Paige Browning
Jeff Simpson hits Seattle with $1 million claim in Murray case The city of Seattle turned a blind eye to allegations of sexual abuse against former Mayor Ed Murray, according to a new claim for damages filed by... Paige Browning
Seattle needs more trees. But who's counting? Tree advocates say if Seattle wants to do a better job counting and preserving trees, it should follow the lead of its suburbs. Amy Radil
Seattle limits short-term rentals to preserve permanent housing The Seattle City Council unanimously approved regulations Monday to limit short term rentals like Airbnb, after more than a year working out concerns... Paige Browning
Would this 'violent' Seattle sports debate have been different after #MeToo? Seattle officials have approved plans for a $600 million renovation of KeyArena. Many people are hoping the redesign will attract a new professional... Paige Browning
Seattle to apply for a professional hockey team in KeyArena Seattle is a step closer to getting a pro hockey team. The National Hockey League has announced that they will consider a Seattle application for a... Kate OConnell
Meet Seattle's new City Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda Seattle City Councilmember Teresa Mosqueda is serving her first full week in office after winning the November general election. Paige Browning
Stopgap Mayor Burgess to hand over office to Jenny Durkan Seattle will get a new mayor Tuesday — its fourth this year. Seattle mayor Tim Burgess will be handing over the office to Jenny Durkan, who was elected... Kate OConnell
Seattle's income tax loses the first round in court A judge in King County has struck down Seattle's new income tax on higher earners. It's the first ruling in a case that's expected to go all the way to... Paige Browning
