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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 2h

New ‘Persian daytime cafe’ Open Form now open on Capitol Hill

“A gathering space inspired by the art of Persian hospitality. Persian tea, coffee, and natural wine — by reservation” is now open on E Pike. CHS reported here on the plans for Open Form, a new cafe, event and work … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5h

Seattle mayor’s executive order seeks to maintain ‘control over law enforcement resources’ should troops be deployed to the city

Seattle’s mayor is set to sign an executive order Wednesday intended to protect the city against the Trump administration’s threats to deploy troops here. Mayor Bruce Harrell says his Executive Order protects “control over law enforcement resources in the event that … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5h

City planning $627K upgrade to Roanoke Park play area

Seattle Parks is hosting an “open house” and conducting an online survey to shape the planned $627,173 parks-levy powered renovation of the play area in Capitol HIll’s Roanoke Park. The upgrades will “replace the existing play equipment with new structures … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5h

As for actual steps, next will include efforts like the SPD review of public safety conditions around the proposed facility, selection of a contract operator, and the formation of a new citizen advisory committee to oversee the center www.capitolhillseattle.com/2025/10/king...

jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 6h

One of those stories where I keep getting lobbied "to get the story" even though the "story" they want told is already "got" -- in this case, yes, the building is larger than the crisis center "needs" (plans to lease portion) and, yes, the building needs upgrades (in the plan)

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 6h

“We are confident we can make the proper modifications to bring a Crisis Care Center online in this building.” www.capitolhillseattle.com/2025/10/king...

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 6h

Happy birthday, RapidRide G

By Matt Dowell Happy first birthday to Madison’s RapidRide G, a.k.a. the G bus, the G line, or just The G. While the one-year anniversary or the line’s start was overshadowed by the city’s whipsawing on its transit planning around … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 20h

Approved

jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 1d

King County Council ready for vote on funding plan for $56M Broadway Crisis Care Center

The King County Council is expected to vote Tuesday on a funding package for the planned $56 million Broadway Crisis Care Center that would keep the process on track for a 2027 opening of the facility. Legislation enabling the purchase of … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 1d

King County Council ready for vote on funding plan for $56M Broadway Crisis Care Center

The King County Council is expected to vote Tuesday on a funding package for the planned $56 million Broadway Crisis Care Center that would keep the process on track for a 2027 opening of the facility. Legislation enabling the purchase of … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 1d

Victim with service dog targeted in 11th and Fir street robbery

Police are investigating an overnight gunpoint street robbery that targeted a victim walking with her service dog near 11th and Fir early Tuesday. The Seattle Police Department reports the victim was walking with her dog just before 2 AM when … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 1d

On the Block crew bringing Eleven : Eleven all-ages art and ‘cultural small business incubator’ space to 11th Ave

There will soon be a new space for everyone on 11th Ave. All-ages venue Eleven : Eleven is now under construction in a former nightclub space. Eleven : Eleven is backed by the group of artists and business owners who … Continue reading →

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Share The Cities @sharethecities.bsky.social · 2d

This needs a content warning for Wilson supporters; there’s so much to dislike and be upset about here….

It’s undignified the way Harrell is acting and hopefully his supporters will feel some shame about this.

jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 2d

The mayor of Capitol Hill: Why you should vote for Bruce Harrell*

In 2021, when he won his race for the Seattle mayor’s office, CHS focused on Bruce Harrell’s Central District story as the political veteran rose from Garfield High School to City Hall. Four years later, Harrell is in the fight … Continue reading →

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K.H.I. @sheridesabike.bsky.social · 2d

"I don’t see it as centrist vs. progressive because when you really look at our records, I am actually the most progressive."

Would one of you please call an ambulance to take me to the ER?

Eyes rolled back in my head so hard they fell out.

(Again.)

jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 2d

The mayor of Capitol Hill: Why you should vote for Bruce Harrell*

In 2021, when he won his race for the Seattle mayor’s office, CHS focused on Bruce Harrell’s Central District story as the political veteran rose from Garfield High School to City Hall. Four years later, Harrell is in the fight … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 2d

43rd Rep. Scott holding ‘Tax the Rich’ town hall on First Hill

Rep. Shaun Scott is holding a town hall on First Hill this weekend as his office prepares for the legislative session ahead. The 43rd District representative says the “Tax The Rich”-themed town hall will be “a great opportunity for community … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 2d

SPD responds to Capitol Hill demonstration at ‘local tech company CEO’s residence’

Recent Seattle protests against the war in Gaza have included noisy demonstrations away from typical gathering spaces like Cal Anderson Park. Last Thursday night, police say they responded to a North Capitol Hill neighborhood where “Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered on the … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 2d

911 | SPD seeks help in investigation after bike rider hit by driver at Broadway and Pine

See something others should know about? Email CHS or call/txt (206) 399-5959. You can view recent CHS 911 coverage here. Hear sirens and wondering what’s going on? Check out reports from @jseattle or join and check in with neighbors in the CHS Facebook Group. Broadway hit and run: … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 2d

The mayor of Capitol Hill: Why you should vote for Bruce Harrell*

In 2021, when he won his race for the Seattle mayor’s office, CHS focused on Bruce Harrell’s Central District story as the political veteran rose from Garfield High School to City Hall. Four years later, Harrell is in the fight … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 3d

This week in CHS history | Black Lives Memorial Garden removal, city let minimum wage tip credit expire, Joe Bar says goodbye

Here are the top stories from this week in CHS history: 2024 With 10,000 living without shelter, Seattle and King County have new plan for Regional Homelessness Authority ‘The right thing for wage fairness’ — Seattle set to let minimum wage … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 3d

‘Fellow Travelers’ — For readers around the world, neighborhood publisher presents two new books from Capitol Hill writers

Capitol Hill is home to some unconventional and DIY literary endeavors ranging from the Silent Reading Party at Hotel Sorrento to the horror and dark fantasy pop-up Haunted Burrow Books on 15th Ave E. Add to the mix Publication Studio, … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5d

BTW, Outer Planet is already back in motion under new owner. Stop through www.capitolhillseattle.com/2025/09/a-ne...

A new hope for Capitol Hill beer: Outer Planet has a new owner

There is a new hope for Capitol Hill-brewed craft beer. A new owner imbued with the force of beer making has stepped forward at 12th Ave’s Outer Planet. “I figured it’s now or nev…

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back to saying I’m Jesse @killgoldfish.bsky.social · 5d

Fucking Christ. Today graffiti was almost a threat to me driving to work, because it was so pretty and artful next to southbound I5 that I almost took my eyes off the road

jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5d

That helicopter manhunt over Capitol Hill? It was part of Seattle’s war on graffiti

Seattle Police have made it clear they are familiar with the suspect the King County Sheriff’s Guardian One chopper, a police K9 unit, and multiple officers chased across Capitol Hill Tuesday night before making a gunpoint arrest. But SPD hasn’t … Continue reading →

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Seattle Bike Blog @seattlebikeblog.com · 5d

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5d

‘MISSION ACCOMPLISHED’ — Banner mocks fenced-off closure of Capitol Hill park

Halfway through a “60-day rest” that closed the Capitol Hill green space over complaints of encampments and crime, the Seattle Parks Department and City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth haven’t said much about any progress and plans to improve the fenced-off Seven … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5d

‘MISSION ACCOMPLISHED’ — Banner mocks fenced-off closure of Capitol Hill park

Halfway through a “60-day rest” that closed the Capitol Hill green space over complaints of encampments and crime, the Seattle Parks Department and City Councilmember Joy Hollingsworth haven’t said much about any progress and plans to improve the fenced-off Seven … Continue reading →

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jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5d

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Seattle City Light (bot) @seattlecitylight.bots.gruezi.net · 5d

Seattle City Light is reporting a medium outage in the Capitol Hill area.

Start Date: Oct 2 10:08 PM
Cause: Investigating

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A map showing the location of the outage, centered around Broadway East in the Capitol Hill area.

jseattle @jseattle.bsky.social · 5d

It is Pumpkin Spice Milk Tea season on Capitol Hill — Gong cha and Matcha Magic now open in Pike/Pine

Capitol Hill’s dream of boba — or matcha — on every block is taking a big leap forward this week as two new shops are open for business in the Pike/Pine core. The “first Pacific Northwest store” in the global … Continue reading →

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