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Election 2025 — Day 5: It is still Election Night in Seattle as Wilson now holds 91-vote lead
Remember — These things have already happened so describing it as a horse race with changing fortunes is not entirely accurate. But how else can you say it? As of Monday’s fifth day of counting in the November election, challenger … Continue reading →
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District loses $8M case over student punched in the face by Meany Middle School math teacher
A jury has awarded $8 million in a lawsuit over a 2018 incident at Capitol Hill’s Meany Middle School in which a student was injured after he was punched in the face by his math teacher as shocked classmates looked … Continue reading →
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This week in CHS history | Pride Place opens, 2020 10th and Pike murder, Cheers! Hong Kong debuts
Here are the top stories from this week in CHS history: 2024 ‘Time to let that go’ — Capitol Hill’s Century Ballroom will close in 2025 It seems like the Capitol Hill Christmas Dive Bar comes earlier and earlier every year … Continue reading →
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After complaints about homelessness and drugs, city planning changes at Capitol Hill parks including ‘potential permanent fencing’
The city will begin a public planning process next week to reshape two Capitol Hill parks where officials say concerns over homeless encampments, drug use, and “bouts of negative park activity” call for new approaches to Seattle public space. Seattle … Continue reading →
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Experience the ‘Overview Effect’ with the Terra Exhibit at Capitol Hill’s St. Mark’s Cathedral
You don’t have to believe in anything to be in awe. And you might not think a giant globe hanging in a church would leave you in deep contemplation. But the Terra Exhibit currently installed through November 23rd at Capitol … Continue reading →
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12k without power across Central District, Leschi, Mt Baker, Beacno Hill
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Election 2025 — Day 4: Big later-voter count pushes Wilson within striking distance
Mayoral challenger Katie Wilson claimed the lion’s share Friday as more than 56,000 Seattle ballots from mostly later-voters were counted. Another day like this in Monday’s count will turn the city’s mayor’s race upside down. Mayor Bruce Harrell now holds … Continue reading →
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First degree murder charges have now been flled in the Tanya Frazier case
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CHS most-read story this week is *not* an election story
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“Everybody wants to express themselves in this neighborhood"
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Police investigate Rainier Ave shooting
The Seattle Police Department says a man was shot and the suspect was taken into custody in a Friday morning at Rainier Ave and Dearborn. The shooting was reported just before 10 AM. Seattle Fire was called to the scene … Continue reading →
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‘WAR! at the Market’ — Robots will battle Saturday on Capitol Hill
It will be “WAR! at the Market” Saturday on Capitol Hill. Western Allied Robotics combatants will gather Saturday at 15th Ave E’s Quality Flea Center for a day of tournaments and robot on robot martial violence. The event is free … Continue reading →
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District says 40+ candidates wanted to lead Seattle Public Schools — here is the finalist
The Seattle School Board has approved a finalist to lead the city’s public schools. Ben Shuldiner is currently superintendent of the Lansing School District in Michigan. Wednesday’s board meeting authorized the beginning of contract negotiations to finalize the hire. Leading … Continue reading →
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It's happening. Maybe.
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Responding to backlash, SPD chief names new East Precinct Commander and LGBTQ+ liaison
Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes has named a new East Precinct Commander and appointed a new department LGBTQ+ liaison and is apologizing to the community and the organizations who called the new chief out over a bungled selection process. CHS … Continue reading →
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Election 2025 — Day 3: Seattle’s later-voter break hits for Wilson but gap with Harrell barely narrows
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Election 2025 — Day 3: Seattle’s later-voter break hits for Wilson but gap with Harrell barely narrows
The first major count of later-voter ballots collected from King County drop-boxes has produced the start of what many Katy Wilson supporters have been waiting for. Thursday, Wilson claimed nearly …
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Police arrest domestic violence suspect after apartment standoff near East Precinct
Police engaged in a long standoff with a domestic violence suspect overnight Thursday in a 12th Ave apartment building just blocks from the East Precinct. SPD was called to the building just after 1 AM where the victim fled and … Continue reading →
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2026 Seattle City Council is set with ‘affordable housing champion’ Lin victory in District 2
While Seattle voters wait for the dust to settle in the race for the mayor’s office, the political battles to shape the Seattle City Council have been wrapped up including a new leader in District 2 representing South Seattle. Eddie … Continue reading →
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Police say man dropped at Harborview after being shot in the head linked to car found at Central District school
Police are continuing to investigate after a car discovered abandoned at the Central District’s Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Wednesday morning was linked to an overnight shooting when a victim who had been shot in the head and dumped at Harborview. … Continue reading →
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‘A little bit of everything’ — How Standard Goods grew from 10 years of retail on Capitol Hill
Reaching a ten-year anniversary is a quiet victory for any small shop. It is a milestone that feels especially significant on the ever-changing streets of Capitol Hill. For Standard Goods, what started as a storefront next to the HoneyHole back … Continue reading →
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Ack -- correcting headline to "Harrell lead solidifies." He didn't do anything. Like I said, these things have already happened. We're just catching up
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Election Day 2025 — Day 2: Harrell solidifies lead as Wilson’s math becomes clear
When reporting on a mail-only election, it’s difficult to not make the daily results sound like a horse race. But here’s the deal: All these things we are counting? They have already happened. Wednesday’s update by King County Elections has … Continue reading →
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DNA analysis leads to arrest in 1994 Capitol Hill cold case
The Seattle Police Department says DNA analysis has led to an arrest in the unsolved murder of a 14-year-old who disappeared after leaving summer school at Capitol Hill’s Meany Middle School in July 1994. The case of Tanya Marie Frazier … Continue reading →
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New beer leadership on Capitol Hill at tiny Outer Planet
There is a change in leadership on Capitol Hill. The neighborhood’s tiniest brewery is now making Capitol Hill beer under its new owner. CHS reported here on beer maker Amory Carhart’s decision to purchase 12th Ave’s Outer Planet in a … Continue reading →
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‘Strategic closures’ — Expect lots of light rail service disruptions in Seattle to end 2025
Expect loads of light rail service disruptions in Seattle through November and December as Sound Transit crews complete repairs, maintenance, and important work to add a new second line through the city. Sound transit says the “strategic closures” will begin … Continue reading →
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Someone in the comments said its is kinda like the ballet paying for its season by doing the Nutcracker -- Queer/Bar is going Xmas
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Capitol Hill’s Queer/Bar is turning into the Christmas Dive Bar for the holidays
11th Ave is set to once again be Capitol Hill’s North Pole but this time the Christmas Dive Bar is taking over Queer/Bar. “These past few months have been tough for queer bars and night…
https://www.capitolhillseattle.com/2025/11/capitol-hills-queer-bar-is-turning-into-the-christmas-dive-bar-for-the-holidays/
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“If we prevail in this race, which is very possible, it is not the end of our work together. It is the beginning”
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In 2019, Sawant pulled off the most classic Seattle late voter reversal as subsequent tallies overcame a 9-point Election Night deficit
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The incumbent strikes back: Harrell leads on Election Night as Wilson’s hope lies in later voters
After running from behind following a terrible showing in the August primary, Mayor Bruce Harrell is starting from ahead in November with an Election Night lead. The first tally Tuesday showed the incumbent up 53% to 46% over challenger Katie … Continue reading →
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Capitol Hill’s Queer/Bar is turning into the Christmas Dive Bar for the holidays
11th Ave is set to once again be Capitol Hill’s North Pole but this time the Christmas Dive Bar is taking over Queer/Bar. “These past few months have been tough for queer bars and nightclubs across the city and country—this … Continue reading →
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Limited Civil Emergency — Seattle OKs $1M a week boost food banks during SNAP uncertainty
The City of Seattle is taking emergency action to help residents through the ongoing government shutdown and emergency funding for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. Monday, the Seattle City Council approved Mayor Bruce Harrell’s declaration of a “Limited Civil Emergency” allowing City … Continue reading →
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The balancing package is out -- most Hollingsworth items were included
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The CHS 2025 Last Minute Mayoral Election Survey
You have heard the arguments — here’s why you should vote for Bruce Harrell and here’s why you should vote for Katie Wilson — and hopefully your ballot was delivered to King County Elections already or dropped in the Broadway … Continue reading →
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Hollingsworth 2026 spending proposals: $1.25M for Central District preservation, Black Advisory Council boost, $50K for Seven Hills Park, and, yes, even money for Hilloween
As Seattle voters consider new leaders this week, the current Seattle City Council is busy finalizing next year’s City Hall spending plan including proposals from District 3 representative Joy Hollingsworth. The council’s proposed tweaks, and additions reflect changing economic forecasts … Continue reading →
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CHS Pics | Hilloween’s goblins, ghouls, and quite a few umbrellas
Out of Seattle Halloweens since 2020, only half have been rainy. But 16.67% of them came when a global pandemic was still raging. Anyhow, our point is Emerald City trick or treaters are a hardy lot. And your next costume … Continue reading →
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This Capitol Hill coffee shop could be the start of a new Seattle trend: tipping
A Capitol Hill coffee shop could be part of a new trend in Seattle food and drink. The Fuel Coffee chain has announced it is re-instituting tipping at its three Seattle cafes as it tries to balance reasonable latte prices … Continue reading →
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‘Community trust is built through transparency, not silence’ — LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce calls on Seattle Police to address bungled promotion of East Precinct Commander
Saying “community trust is built through transparency, not silence,” GSBA, the city’s LGBTQ+ chamber of commerce and a leading voice for many of Capitol Hill’s small businesses, has called on Chief Shon Barnes and the Seattle Police Department to address … Continue reading →
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One to hospital in 14th Ave E apartment building fire
One person was hospitalized and the Seattle Fire Department was investigating the cause after a Sunday apartment fire on the ninth floor of 14th Ave E’s Capitol Park building. Seattle Fire was called to the 1971-built Seattle Housing Authority building … Continue reading →
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This week in CHS history | Hollingsworth wins, Capitol Hill Superblock backpedal, Lord Byron the cat remembered
Here are the top stories from this week in CHS history: 2024 After five years of paperwork, ‘Master Use Permit’ issued for five-story Capitol Hill Safeway redevelopment Cheers! Hong Kong, a Hong Kong-style cafe and bar, ready for busy debut on … Continue reading →
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Galerie Orsay Paris-Seattle marks first year on Capitol Hill
A Broadway gallery that connects Capitol Hill to Paris is celebrating its first year in the neighborhood and welcoming the work of an acclaimed French photographer for an important new show. Galerie Orsay Paris-Seattle will debut its exhibition from Hervé … Continue reading →
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Need to see what time it is after Sunday’s ‘fall back’? Check out Seattle U’s new 120-year-old clock
Sunday morning, the hands of the new clock in the middle of the Seattle University campus will be wound back an hour as Daylight Saving Time ends. The hands of the old clock have fallen back before. Last week, the … Continue reading →
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Business as usual, city says. But, yes, there is irony here in that some of the people being swept could desperately use the help of the crisis center that won't open until 2027
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SDOT ‘daylights’ new 10th Ave E crosswalk
Pedestrians near Volunteer Park can now cross a busy street more safely following improvements made by the Seattle Department of Transportation at the busy intersection of E Highland Drive and 10th Ave E. This location is a high-volume pedestrian crossing. … Continue reading →
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Seattle considers reining in SEPA ‘until citywide planned-for growth is achieved’
The Seattle City Council will step away from 2026 budgets Friday as its land use committee takes up legislation seeked to help the city further rein in State’s Environmental Policy Act review in hopes of speeding more development of housing. … Continue reading →
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Late night Insomnia Cookies monsters are now roaming Capitol Hill
The Broadway Insomnia Cookies shop has opened. CHS reported in October 2024 on plans for the shop to join the chain’s more than 300 locations across the country with a new location hoped to cater to the kids from nearby … Continue reading →
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Man stabbed on E Republican
A man reported stabbed and walking away from the scene near a Capitol Hill homeless encampment was found at 15th and Republican Thursday night. Seattle Police and Seattle Fire were called to the area just before 10:30 PM where a … Continue reading →
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