Ferry riders got a musical treat Sunday — the Bainbridge Youth Symphony performed LIVE on the Seattle/Bainbridge route for @ferries.wsdot.wa.gov 75th anniversary ⛴️ Celebrations continue all June with KNHC Public Radio DJ sets on Vashon, Edmonds/Kingston, and Bremerton routes. Link in bio!

For Daniel Pastor, his college degree is more than a piece of paper. It’s a symbol of how far his family has come—from sleeping under a table during their first weeks in the U.S. to celebrating a milestone generations in the making.

ICYM: On Sunday, @mayorofseattle.bsky.social and community leaders celebrated the opening of 75 units of 24/7 transitional housing at Bayside Enhanced Shelter in Interbay. Learn more: youtu.be/w5VBw_DlMPc

Earlier today @mayorofseattle.bsky.social, @seattledot.bsky.social, & community leaders announced a proposal to renew & expand the Seattle Transit Measure. The previous measure funded frequent bus service, streetcar ops, delay fixes, & free ORCA cards.

🏆 Seattle Channel won 3 Emmys at the 63rd Northwest Emmy Awards! Videographer & Producer Chris Barnes took home TWO — plus freelancer Michael Crowe earned an Emmy for CityStream. 👏 Congrats to the whole team! ✨ #SeattleChannel #NorthwestEmmys

🏳️‍🌈 For the 14th consecutive year, the City of Seattle leaders and members of the community hoisted the LGBTQ+ Pride flag at City Hall, reaffirming Seattle's commitment to a safe and welcoming city for all.

Seattle has lost one of its greatest storytellers. Historian Paul Dorpat spent decades helping us see the city not just as it is, but as it was...& how it came to be. Through his beloved “Now & Then” work, he reminded us every street corner has a story. 2021 feature: youtu.be/oA4vLmojgrs?...

Earlier this evening, @mayorofseattle.bsky.social, @girmayzahilay.bsky.social, & other local leaders united to support an amendment to keep Sound Transit's Graham Street Station on track. The event highlighted community advocacy & the need for equitable transit access in Rainier Valley.

🎶 Ethan Tucker’s heartfelt performance of “Every Moment” reminds us to do just that—slow down and soak it all in. Catch him tonight at Ohana Restaurant in Belltown & on 6/11. Watch full Art Zone performance here: youtu.be/-hz6IJMk42g?...

Dave Baab’s paintings were full of light, humanity, and a deep love for the world around him. Art Zone reflects on the Seattle artist who passed away last month, remembering not only his remarkable watercolor talent, but also the warmth, faith, and authenticity he brought to every interaction.

“Almost anything is inspiring.” That philosophy helped Jeff Kleinsmith turn found objects, messy collages & happy accidents into his signature artistic style that is behind iconic album covers & event posters. The @subpop.bsky.social creative director's work on display at Sparklebarn in Ballard.

Seattle’s story can’t be told without the immigrants who helped build it. This AANHPI Heritage Month, we’re reflecting on resilience, sacrifice, & lasting impact of Chinese laborers who helped build PNW’s railroads in the 1800s — even as they endured discrimination and violence along the way.

Should King County Regional Homelessness Authority dissolve, restructure, or continue as is? Seattle City @councilmember-amr.bsky.social breaks down the options & what comes next—plus other items on council’s agenda—on Council Edition w/ @callananseattle.bsky.social. Watch: youtu.be/6wJ6zzqKpfc

Retiring Susan Han helped Seattle understand itself in real time. For nearly 20 years at Seattle Channel, she chronicled political, cultural & social change. With 520+ City Inside/Out episodes and 8 Emmys, her impact is unmatched. Thank you, Susan! More: take21.seattlechannel.org/2026/05/14/f...

A homelessness agency in crisis. A packed ballot. A controversial income tax. Get ready for a busy summer in local politics. City Inside/Out's @callananseattle.bsky.social hosts journalists @ericacbarnett.bsky.social, @kromandavid.bsky.social, & Jerry Cornfield. Watch: youtu.be/vdosnTT4iRo

NEED YOUR QUESTIONS: I'm hosting @council.seattle.gov's @alexis4seattle.bsky.social Alexis Mercedes Rinck this week on @seattlechannel.bsky.social. Got a question about expanding Seattle's #homeless shelter network, #budget concerns, #datacenters, anything else? Please send by COB Thursday.

“The silence is deadly.” Artist Erin Shigaki says Bellevue College waited 40+ days to address a racist voicemail tied to her “Never Again Is Now” mural. As it’s rededicated 5/14, she urges confronting history, not avoiding it. Conversation w/ @enriquecerna1990.bsky.social: youtu.be/ixgJGOwpR2Q

What happens to the writers who almost became famous? @nancybooklustpearl.bsky.social talks with Brad Bigelow about Virginia Faulkner, a once-promising American author whose life took unexpected turns. Their conversation explores why some remarkable voices fade from public memory.

The future of light rail to West Seattle, Ballard, and other communities is at stake as Sound Transit responds to nearly $35 billion in cost overruns. Hear how @girmayzahilay.bsky.social, @mayorofseattle.bsky.social, @cmtmosqueda.bsky.social, & other leaders are approaching the path forward.

A forensic audit found the King County Regional Homelessness Authority “big time in the red,” with a $44.7 million deficit & $13 million in unaccounted funds. @callananseattle.bsky.social has County Councilmember Rod Dembowski & Purpose Dignity Action's Lisa Daugaard weigh in on agency’s future.

This afternoon, @mayorofseattle.bsky.social & the Budget Director outlined state of city's budget, explained the financial landscape, how city arrived here, & the key decisions ahead. Moderated by @callananseattle.bsky.social, the discussion also included questions submitted by community members.

Live on Seattle Channel at 2:45 on Thursday 5/7 (tomorrow!) Brian Callanan will host Mayor Wilson and Budget Director Aly Pennucci for a discussion about the state of the city budget: what we're looking at, how we got here, and the choices we're facing. We'll take your questions too...

What if the greenest building is the one already standing? 🌲🏛️ CityStream and Department of Neighborhoods visited Seattle’s new Populus Hotel, where a 1907 warehouse has been transformed into a carbon-negative hotel. Learn more: frontporch.seattle.gov/2026/04/30/p...

Beyond the margaritas & mariachi, what is Cinco de Mayo really about? Chino y Chicano host @enriquecerna1990.bsky.social chats with his cousin, who lives in Mexico, to discuss the holiday’s history and how it is understood on both sides of the border. Watch: youtu.be/sx8Z0IMFpqk

🎬 For years, Seattle filmmakers watched productions set here get filmed in Vancouver or Portland. Harbor Island Studios changed that, giving the region a place to build sets, create jobs, and tell Seattle stories on Seattle soil. Watch: youtu.be/GG6Rbqwnkkk

Seattle has a new salvage lumber warehouse in SODO, transforming construction waste into reusable building materials. Supported by a $4 million EPA grant, the Earthwise Architectural Salvage facility gives discarded wood a second life while expanding access to affordable, sustainable lumber.

Journalist Marcus Harrison Green traveled to Minneapolis earlier this year after a deadly ICE operation and asks what Seattle can learn from a city tested by grief, protest, and community defense. Watch his conversation with Enrique Cerna on Chino y Chicano.

Award-winning journalist Lori Matsukawa reflects on a career built through perseverance, representation, and a belief in the power of storytelling. She recently sat down with friend Mimi Gan to talk about her life experiences and her new book "Being There: Memoir of an Asian American Journalist."

Seattle has 16 labor standards protecting workers, but city leaders say those laws only work when people know about them. The Office of Labor Standards, @mayorofseattle.bsky.social, @council.seattle.gov & others marked International Workers’ Day with outreach to workers and businesses.

Information School Professor Katie Davis was part of this @seattlechannel.bsky.social panel on AI chatbots, teen mental health, and appropriate guardrails for newer technology: www.youtube.com/watch?v=X4d_...

At the Seattle/King County Clinic, some of the most important helpers have four legs and fur. HOPE therapy dogs offer comfort, connection, and a little relief for patients navigating stressful health care visits. The free SKCC is open through Sunday at Seattle Center: seattlecenter.org/skcclinic/

Should KCRHA be reformed, replaced, or shut down? After a concerning financial audit, Seattle City Councilmembers Lin & Saka weigh in on the agency’s future & Seattle’s role in the homelessness response. Watch Council Edition w/host @callananseattle.bsky.social: youtu.be/L7lL2nfmIuQ

Is Washington getting smarter about AI, or getting outsmarted by it? City Inside/Out's @callananseattle.bsky.social looks at new AI rules, chatbot guardrails, deepfake detection & challenges of balancing innovation with accountability.

Watch live today at 10am: Seattle City Councilmember Maritza Rivera & King County Councilmember Rod Dembowski will hold a joint press conference to discuss the recent findings of the completed forensic evaluation of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority: youtube.com/live/ELz4z7b...

Earlier today, @mayorofseattle.bsky.social, @council.seattle.gov members, @seattledot.bsky.social, and transit leaders and advocates unveiled a comprehensive plan for new bus lanes on Denny Way to improve Metro Route 8, one of the city’s busiest and most delay-prone bus lines.

Resounding Love Center for the Arts is an inclusive choir, but it’s also a love story. Shelton Dowd-Moultry and Marshan Moultry created this choir, in part, so people can feel seen, heard, and part of something bigger than themselves.

NEED YOUR QUESTIONS: I'm hosting @council.seattle.gov members #RobSaka and @edclin.bsky.social this week on @seattlechannel.bsky.social. Send in questions about Vision Zero, public safety concerns on Beacon Hill, or anything else on your mind! By 5 p.m. Wednesday, please.

Before it became history, it was opening day at the Seattle World’s Fair on this day in 1962. Take a nostalgic trip back and “Skedaddle to Seattle” as the city welcomed the future.⁠

Seattle’s official @fwc26seattle.bsky.social poster comes from local artist Shogo Ota. His work blends imagination & emotion in a visual language all his own. Storyteller Michael Crowe explores Ota’s journey from Japan to the U.S. & the vision behind a poster that captures Seattle in a bold way.

Tucked into one of Rainier Valley’s most iconic business districts, Columbia City Gallery offers more than just walls filled with art. Inside, works by established and underrepresented artists hang side by side, reflecting the spirit of the neighborhood. Info: columbiacitygallery.com

“I don’t care what your label is, who’s going to solve the problem.” @mayorofseattle.bsky.social Wilson & King County Executive @girmayzahilay.bsky.social joined Seattle U Conversations for a wide-ranging discussion on the issues shaping the city and county.

Sometimes all it takes is one opportunity and one person who believes in you. El Centro de la Raza’s J.O.B.S. Readiness Program is helping Seattle students find both. Watch for full feature: youtu.be/oCVKiOIR9Wo

ICYMI: Wednesday, @mayorofseattle.bsky.social was joined by local leaders, partners, and members of the public to share an update on her plan to rapidly expand shelter and emergency housing.

@mayorofseattle.bsky.social has announced 75 new homeless shelter units w/services will be online soon; wants 500 by June. But a @council.seattle.gov report questions if she'll hit that number, and asks about ongoing costs. More on @seattlechannel.bsky.social: www.seattlechannel.org/CityInsideOu...

Music is woven deeply into Latinx culture, but classical music has not always felt as accessible or familiar. Orquesta Northwest is working to change that by building a youth-focused program rooted in culture, pride and possibility. Watch full feature below!

Seattle Channel is honored to receive 11 Northwest Regional Emmys, including Overall Excellence. Our talented team was recognized for work spanning business, human interest, health, and more! See the full list of nominees from across the five-state region: natasnw.org/emmy-awards/...

@mayorofseattle.bsky.social Wilson is nearing her first 100 days in office with no shortage of challenges. From homelessness & public safety to surveillance policy & a $140 million budget deficit, City Inside/Out host @callananseattle.bsky.social talks with Wilson to discuss her vision for the city.

"Seattle is at its best when our public spaces bring us together." @mayorofseattle.bsky.social & local leaders celebrated completion of the Bell Street Improvements project on Monday, creating a better experience for people walking & biking between Belltown & Waterfront Park: youtu.be/V6Dknh_PVh8

@rebeccasaldana1.bsky.social says Dolores Huerta’s account was among the most devastating parts of the revelations about César Chávez. She says this moment should focus on survivors, truth & what comes next for the farmworker movement. Watch full conversation: youtu.be/9bhvlqRbjSg?...

🎶 At Shibuya HiFi in Ballard, listening to music is the main event. Friends and strangers gather, kick off their shoes, and experience vinyl records the way artists intended them to be heard.