Asked/Answered

Where Did the Term "Seattle Freeze" Come From?

A conversation with the person who coined the term in the first place.

08/14/2023 By Seattle Met Staff

Asked/Answered

Why Does Alki Beach Have a Tiny Statue of Liberty?

She's been there for more than 70 years—and still, she surprises people.

07/31/2023 By Seattle Met Staff

Appreciation

Love Letters: The Hideout Blends the Best Parts of a Neighborhood Bar and an Art Gallery

First Hill's hidden gem is plastered with paintings, ready to make a collector out of anyone.

07/24/2023 By Allison Williams

Due South

Alaska Airlines Goes Tropical

With new routes to Guatemala and the Bahamas, our local airline is sunnier—and more international—than ever. Is that a good thing?

07/21/2023 By Allison Williams

asked/answered

Where Do All Those Exits in the SR-99 Tunnel Lead?

Those giant green stick figures have to be sprinting somewhere.

07/17/2023 By Seattle Met Staff

The Thrill Is Gone

Why Doesn't Seattle Have More Theme Parks?

It's not (just) the weather.

07/07/2023 By Allison Williams

Hey Now

Your Guide to MLB All-Star Week Festivities in Seattle

The All-Star game is back for the first time since 2001. Here's a rundown of what to do and where to eat.

07/05/2023 By Seattle Met Staff

Baseball

How Mariners Pitcher Tayler Saucedo Found His Way Back Home

After struggling with his mental health, the Seattle-area local has found his voice, and found his place in the Mariners bullpen.

07/03/2023 By Eric Nusbaum

Electric slide

Love Letters: I’m Obsessed with Seattle’s Shareable Scooters but Hope They Don’t Kill Me

I didn't want to love these ugly hunks of metal, but they're just so dang convenient.

06/13/2023 By Allison Williams

PRIDE GUIDE 2023

Support Seattle’s LGBTQ-Owned Businesses

It's always a great time to proudly support Seattle's queer community. Right now it feels especially crucial.

06/05/2023 By Zoe Sayler

Borrowed Time

Love Letters: SPL's Libby App Has a Hold on Me

Seattle Public Library's e-reader platform is low-key, free, and makes my life immeasurably better.

05/30/2023 By Allecia Vermillion

Road Rage

The Worst Drives in Washington State

Bad traffic, disappointing scenery, and dangerous highways: our picks for the least attractive road trips in the state.

05/26/2023 By Allison Williams

Tacoma Aroma

Love Letter: The Muskoxen at Point Defiance Zoo Are Smelly and Steadfast

Somehow, the muskoxen of Point Defiance have become this writer’s personal shorthand for stability.

05/16/2023 By Eric Nusbaum

Seattle Weather Blog

Fall, Winter, Summer? Seattle Is Skipping Spring This Year

Yes, it really was that cold in April. And yes, it really is going to be that hot in May.

05/12/2023 By Justin Shaw

Growing Pains?

The Seattle Kraken Are Not Normal

How do Seattle’s hockey darlings stack up against other local expansion teams?

05/08/2023 By Eric Nusbaum

Exhaust Yourself

Love Letters: Seattle's Gnarliest Hiking Trail Is Punishing and Beautiful

The Cable Line Trail in Issaquah is basically a Stairmaster that smells like the forest.

05/02/2023 By Allison Williams

City Connected

How Jarred Kelenic Connects with Seattle

We’re all just salmon swimming upstream, when you think about it.

05/01/2023 By Eric Nusbaum

Maternal Wisdom

What I Actually Want to Eat on Mother's Day

Because breakfast in bed is never quite as good as it seems.

04/27/2023 By Allecia Vermillion

Hockey Night in Kent

Seattle Thunderbirds Games Are Ridiculously Fun

The Kraken aren't the only playoff hockey team in Seattle. They may not be the most entertaining either.

04/17/2023 By Eric Nusbaum

Road Rules

Are You a Bad Seattle Driver?

Our reputation for being terrible on the road extends beyond our inability to complete a zipper merge. Test your knowledge here.

04/10/2023 By Angela Cabotaje