Join me, Councilmember Dionne Foster, City Attorney Erika Evans, and community leaders as we stand in support of new renter protections to curb junk fees and make Seattle more affordable. Rally at 12pm, Council hearing at 2pm. www.capitolhillseattle.com/2026/07/visi...

It’s true, Seattle. I want to ban rental junk fees & improve affordability for renters. My proposal will be heard in committee tomorrow. Join me at 12:45 at City Hall as we outline our legislation to create a fair, predictable, & equitable rental market. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

Effective this morning, the Stadium District cameras are turned off. Full statement on my blog: wilson.seattle.gov/2026/07/07/u...

A tough loss today, but what an amazing run this year by Team USA. Thanks to all the fans who visited us, especially those Team Belgium supporters who made multiple trips to our beautiful city!

Seattle renters keep getting the squeeze as hidden rental “junk fees” add to already high housing costs. Join us on July 8 as we stand in support of renter protections to curb junk fees and make Seattle more affordable.

Today we celebrate our nation's 250th birthday. In a moment when our federal government is undermining basic American ideals - pluralism, due process, democracy - many of us struggle to articulate a patriotism that we can feel and own. 1/7

I am the mom of a wonderfully active child. As she grows, I want her to find belonging, joy, and friendship at school and, if she chooses, while competing in school sports.

I am relieved to see the Supreme Court reaffirm the basic constitutional principle of birthright citizenship. At the same time, I want to emphasize that Seattle stands with those affected by the earlier Supreme Court decision to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitian and Syrian immigrants. 1/5

Honoring 75 years of Seafair tradition, the keys of the City were handed over to the Seafair Pirates as hundreds of parents and children helped launch Seattle’s favorite summertime event! 🏴‍☠️

I stood with our LGBTQ+ community at Trans Pride and the Seattle Pride Parade this weekend, and Seattle SHOWED UP! I’m proud to be part of a city that celebrates and supports this community not just during Pride Month, but all year long. Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈 🏳️‍⚧️

Tenants are fed up with hidden fees that let landlords bypass rent caps, obscure the true cost of housing, and fuel instability and eviction. This breaks down why these junk fees matter and how some tenants are fighting back. www.theguardian.com/us-news/ng-i...

Another beautiful match in our beautiful city! Thanks to all of the fans of Qatar and Bosnia-Herzegovina who came out to Seattle Stadium and watch parties all over the city and got to enjoy an incredible 3-1 game! ⚽

I got to attend an only-in-Seattle FIFA watch party on a barge on Elliott Bay for the England/Ghana match! We’ve got lots more thrilling matches coming up, Seattle, so don’t miss out on one of our fan events at Seattle Center, Pacific Place, Waterfront Park, and Victory Hall.

Golden Gardens Direct is a new pilot that connects our transit system so everyone can enjoy Golden Gardens, regardless of how they get there. I'm excited to partner with King County Metro to help connect more people to one of the places that make Seattle such a great place to live.

I had such an amazing time watching Team USA take down the Socceroos! Thanks to our Australian friends for coming to town, and for everyone who came out to watch parties across the city to cheer on our team!

On Juneteenth, we celebrate Seattle’s Black community and the generations whose leadership, creativity, labor, and activism have shaped our city. The influence of Black Seattleites, from the Central District and throughout the city, continues to guide Seattle’s growth and future every day.

Thank you to the transit riders who came to City Hall this morning to speak in support of my Seattle Transit Measure renewal!

Mayor’s Statement on Recent North Aurora Outreach Efforts wilson.seattle.gov/2026/06/16/m...

Today the King County Transportation District board of supervisors passed a tax to fund necessary maintenance on roads in unincorporated areas, with a portion of the revenue going back to the cities to invest in our own transportation needs.

I'm grateful to the City Council for their work on this data center moratorium, and I look forward to signing it into law. 1/2

Seattle Times covered our big news from last week: more than 1,400 Seattle youth & their caregivers are getting free tickets to World Cup matches this summer. Grateful to our partners who made the largest local youth access effort of the 2026 tournament possible. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

In solidarity with community organizers who have fought to build the Graham Street Station for more than a decade, County Executive Zahilay @girmayzahilay.bsky.social and I today announced a plan to finally deliver this project to the community.

A great kick off to Bicycle Weekends this year!

This is another big step forward towards my highest priority: rapidly expanding shelter & emergency housing. Thank you to @council.seattle.gov for moving so quickly to advance this legislation, and for their continued partnership moving this work forward. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

In (the other) Washington, Republicans are peeling back consumer protections as quickly as they can. In Seattle, we are working to ensure renters and consumers have the transparency and fairness they deserve. Sign up for my Rental Junk Fee Town Hall to learn more! apnews.com/article/sena...

We're taking a first step to delivering Seattle’s number 1 and number 2 priority: creating clean, accessible, and safe public bathrooms. Today at 1pm I'll be in Pioneer Square for a toilet paper ribbon cutting to open these new facilities. www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news...

www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXAx... I recently sat down with Seattle renters to hear directly about the challenges they're facing in today's affordability crisis. These conversations are shaping the work we're doing to make renting in Seattle more affordable, transparent, and fair.

BIG DEAL ALERT: We have @mayorofseattle.bsky.social on the podcast today!

I am so grateful that @seattlechildrens.org and the Laurelhurst Community Council found a path forward to prioritize the needs of critically ill and acutely injured children. This kind of solutions-focused partnership is what our city needs more of. www.seattlechildrens.org/media/press-...

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.

I want to see Sound Transit putting shovels in the ground on West Seattle this year, I want us to get clarity on the timeline for building to Ballard, and I want us to stop the delay and construct Graham Street – and I’ll be pushing to see that happen.

My live budget discussion is less than an hour away on seattlechannel.org ! Send your questions to [email protected] with the subject line "Budget questions." You can submit your Qs ahead, or live during the show.

I'm pleased to share continued progress on my top priority of rapidly expanding shelter with wraparound services. Today I'm announcing a new lease, a new partnership, and continued legislative momentum. wilson.seattle.gov/2026/05/07/c...

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...

Living on $60K shouldn't mean 5 roommates just to get by. I'm advancing an affordability agenda that's taking on junk fees, building housing, and investing in the creative economy. The people who make our city vibrant should be able to afford to live here, too. www.seattletimes.com/business/liv...

Across the region, we're hearing the same thing: renters want protections against excessive fees, unsafe conditions, and enforcement that actually works. This story from Tacoma shows just how squeezed renters are. We're taking this on to make rent more transparent and strengthen renter protections.

Shortly following my announcement of new investments in Seattle’s children and families today, we heard gunfire. No one was injured, but it was a stark reminder of a reality too many people in this city live with every day.

Bus Lane... or SCANDAL? 😱

The Route 8 is one of my favorite buses. And pretty soon it's going to finally move fast enough to reliably outrace a turtle at rush hour. 🐢 @fixthel8.bsky.social youtube.com/shorts/7Yw0t...

Scandals aren't fun, but this stuff is a part of being mayor. I take full responsibility for my pronunciation, but I want to clarify that I absolutely did not purchase the jacket after shopping at Pike’s Place. mynorthwest.com/kiro-radio/k...

The ruling against Live Nation & Ticketmaster puts a spotlight on how hidden fees drive up costs. From concert tickets to rent, companies are playing games to try & get away with charging even more than what they advertise upfront -- and those costs are high enough already.

Addressing homelessness is my highest priority, and I have serious concerns about KCRHA’s management of city funds. We need to take swift action to protect public dollars. All options are on the table. wilson.seattle.gov/2026/04/22/a...

The bus lane is rightfully taking center stage but I simply must highlight another thing: the Route 8 will be getting a ton more SERVICE in August immediately after the red paint goes in. 15 minute headways throughout the day are going to 12.

“I promised we would move quickly to make transit move more quickly, and that’s exactly what we’re doing” - Katie Wilson We’re THRILLED that Route 8 is FINALLY getting bus lanes and will be the fast frequent and reliable connection transit riders deserve.

In my Mayoral Renter's Survey, thousands of Seattle renters told me that their landlords use Ratio Utility Billing Systems, and my own apartment building recently switched to RUBS too. Thank you to all the tenants organizing for affordability and accountability. www.seattletimes.com/business/rea...

For your playlist ahead of the big bus lane announcement today 🚌🎶 youtu.be/AxvDoBD6_vk?...

It is important to know that the City of Seattle has not authorized nor permitted any new data centers. However, the prospect of massive new data centers being built in Seattle has raised understandably intense public alarm. wilson.seattle.gov/2026/04/18/s... 1/3

I am more hopeful than ever that we can make tangible progress on homelessness & bring people inside this year. Thank you to City Council for working in partnership on this important legislation. www.king5.com/article/news...

Grab your helmets, wheels, or running shoes and head to Lake Washington this summer! Seattle Parks & Recreation (@seattleparksandrec.bsky.social) is bringing Bicycle Weekends to Lake Washington Boulevard every weekend this year from Memorial Day through Labor Day. wilson.seattle.gov/2026/04/13/m...

100 days in, and we're just getting started! This is your city -- let's make it the best place in the country to live, work, and raise a family.