Explainer

We Have a Culture War…in the Seattle City Attorney’s Race?

Why a down-ballot contest became the talk of the town.

10/27/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Obsession

Dr. Martens and Blundstones Are Seattle’s Anti-Obsession

Our city’s longtime love affair with a pair of boot brands fits our sustainable psyche.

10/27/2021 By Sophie Grossman

City Council Position, At-Large

This Election Race Is (Probably) Going to Be Seattle’s Tightest

A brewery owner and police abolitionist square off for a seat on the city’s controversial legislative body.

10/26/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

RELEASE THE CRUSHES

Kraken Players to Watch This Season

Even if you don't really like hockey in the first place.

10/22/2021 By Zoe Sayler

FRIGHT NIGHT

Pop Culture Halloween Costumes for 2021

It's been a spooky year.

10/22/2021 By Zoe Sayler

ICYMI

Kathy Lambert Is Election Season’s First Loser

Even before votes are tallied, the fifth-term King County Council member has forfeited some of her power in ignominious fashion.

10/20/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Roloviched

How Many Washington Workers Fired Themselves by Rejecting Vaccination?

It wasn't a mass exodus, but departures still leave gaps in the state's infrastructure.

10/20/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Calling HR

Are Religious Exemptions for Vaccines Legit?

WSU's football coach Nick Rolovich tried to claim it to avoid state-mandated vaccine requirements but was still fired.

10/19/2021 By Angela Cabotaje

Coronavirus Chronicles

Yes, We're Still Talking about Covid Vaccine Myths

Answers to all the hot-button questions, from fertility to, uh, becoming magnetic.

10/19/2021 By Angela Cabotaje

2021 Mayoral Race

What M. Lorena González and Bruce Harrell Said in First TV Debate

Other than "my opponent."

10/18/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

Float On

Realtor Confessions: Courtney Cooper of Seattle Afloat and Cooper Cartwright

Pro tip: If you sell floating homes, hang on to those keys.

10/18/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

State of Real Estate

Is Downtown Seattle Poised for a Real Estate Comeback?

The farther you go from Seattle, the more dramatic the market—but downtown Seattle is still experiencing a resurgence.

10/15/2021 By Sarah Anne Lloyd

Coronavirus Chronicles

Some of Us Are in a Disaster Cascade

Mental health has improved for a fortunate few. But many people in Washington are heading back toward disillusionment.

10/15/2021 By Malia Alexander

Shots, Shots, Shots

Flu Season Is Here. Should We Be Worried?

Can you get a flu shot at the same time as a Covid vaccine? Is a twindemic coming? An infectious disease doc weighs in.

10/08/2021 By Angela Cabotaje

Explainer

Seattle Will Have a Recall Election After All. How Will It Work?

The petition to remove Seattle City Council member Kshama Sawant adds intrigue to this political season.

10/05/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy

One-Click Mind

5 Awful Amazon Movie Remake Ideas

In May, the company agreed to acquire MGM. What would happen if it got its paws on some classic films?

10/04/2021 By Seattle Met Staff

Puck Love

Not a Hockey Fan? The Kraken Want to Change Your Mind

Release the fandom.

10/01/2021 By Angela Cabotaje

Winning Potential

How Long Has It Been Since the Mariners Made the Playoffs?

Spoiler alert: Some guy named Ichiro still played here.

10/01/2021 By Lucas Kaplan

Kraken Week

The Kraken Front Office Made a Guide to Seattle

What did they get right?

09/30/2021 By Angela Cabotaje

News Wire

Seattle's Intellectual Range Shows on 2021 'Genius' Grant List

Fred Hutch scientist Trevor Bedford and poet Don Mee Choi were among the 25 winners of the MacArthur Foundation's $625,000 awards.

09/28/2021 By Benjamin Cassidy