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Overnight Road Closure in Kent: 4th Avenue South and Gow Street Intersection to Shut Down for ConstructionDrivers in Kent, Washington, should prepare for an overnight closure at 4th Avenue South and Gow Street on October 29–30, from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. Traffic will be detoured around the roadwork area.
King County Parks Announces More Than $22 Million in Grants for 2026–2027King County Parks will offer more than $22 million in grants for community parks, aquatic facilities, and ballfield preservation. Applications open November 30, 2026, and close February 1, 2027.
Road Alert: Lane Restrictions on SE 432nd Street Near Enumclaw November 2–6Lane restrictions near Enumclaw from November 2–6 will allow crews to repair a culvert. Expect delays of up to 15 minutes.
Madison Pool in Seattle Temporarily Closes Due to Mechanical IssuesSeattle’s Madison Pool closed October 28 due to mechanical issues and is expected to reopen October 29 for regularly scheduled programs.
Seattle Volunteers Invited to Join Leaf and Litter Cleanups in NovemberJoin Seattle’s Lake City and Mt. Baker neighborhoods for free community leaf-raking and litter cleanup events this November.
Greenwood Avenue N Sidewalk Project Brings Nighttime Utility Work and Temporary Driveway Impacts to SeattleSeattle’s Greenwood Avenue N sidewalk improvement project continues with overnight power pole relocation on October 29, fire hydrant relocation on November 5, and temporary driveway access impacts. Residents should prepare for construction noise, traffic changes, and possible water service notices.
Washington Insurance Commissioner’s Office Managers Receive Governor’s Leadership AwardsTwo Washington state insurance officials are recognized for leadership and public service.
Seattle Opens 90 Tiny Homes in South Park as City Expands Homelessness ResponseSeattle opens Cloverleaf Tiny House Village in South Park, adding 90 small shelter homes for people experiencing homelessness. The LIHI-run site offers 24/7 staff, case management, shared facilities and help finding permanent housing today.
Seattle Design Commission Meeting Scheduled for November 5The Seattle Design Commission will hold its next meeting on November 5, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Residents can attend in person at City Hall or participate online via Microsoft Teams to follow discussions on Seattle’s urban design and built environment.
Seattle Fire Department Warns Residents About Lithium-Ion Battery Fire RisksSeattle Fire officials are reminding residents to charge lithium-ion battery-powered devices safely after a device reportedly overheated and burned a sofa during a recent home fire.
Seattle to Celebrate Opening of Cloverleaf Tiny House VillageSeattle leaders are set to celebrate the opening of the Cloverleaf Tiny House Village, an affordable housing initiative designed to provide shelter and support for people experiencing homelessness.
Seattle RapidRide J Line Construction Brings Street and Transit ImprovementsSeattle’s RapidRide J Line project is upgrading streets, sidewalks, traffic signals, and bus service while adding protected bike lanes and replacing water and sewer infrastructure.
Skykomish River Closes to Salmon Fishing Throughout November 2026Salmon fishing on Washington’s Skykomish River will be closed from November 1–30, 2026, to protect coho populations amid concerns about lower-than-expected returns.
City of Seattle Announces 77 New Permanently Affordable HomesSeattle invests $13.65 million in five affordable housing developments, creating 77 permanently affordable homeownership opportunities for local families across five neighborhoods.
“A Commitment to Common Sense” — Mayor Wilson and Community Partners Shift Strategy on Reducing Homelessness, Joining Cities Around the Country Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is expanding a citywide homelessness strategy that builds on a pilot placing 70 people into shelter or housing, with $37 million proposed for shelter expansion.
