The Weekend Starts...Now

The Top Things to Do This Weekend: May 11–14

Jim Henson Con brings puppets to life, Upstream Music Fest takes over Pioneer Square, and two days of "Art Up, Chown Down" in PhinneyWood.

05/11/2017 By Darren Davis

Burke Museum

2017 Burke Museum Annual Curators Dinner

The 2017 Burke Museum Curators Dinner featured rare, behind-the-scenes tours of the Museum's oversize collections and a gala auction and dinner.

05/11/2017

Mayor's Race 2017

Former U.S. Attorney Jenny Durkan Will Run for Mayor

The former U.S. attorney has advised businesses and two former governors, but has never run for office.

05/11/2017 By Hayat Norimine

Coming Soon

Analog Coffee Will Open a Breakfast and Lunch Spot This Summer

The aptly named B-Side will have English muffin sandwiches, a “healthy without harping on about it” menu, and a sizable patio.

05/11/2017 By Rosin Saez

Critic's Notebook

Want a Starbucks Mobile-Order Experience—Only for Dine-In Restaurants?

Meet Allset, about to launch in Seattle.

05/11/2017 By Kathryn Robinson

Mayor's Race 2017

Why Doesn't the City Already Have a Public Bank?

State senator Bob Hasegawa has made the push for a municipal bank central to his platform.

05/11/2017 By Hayat Norimine

Closings

Farewell to Young American Ale House and Clever Bottle

Sadness in Belltown, sadness in Ballard.

05/11/2017 By Allecia Vermillion

City Hall

Operation Nightwatch Moves Into Temporary Location in University District

Seattle City Council approved the temporary shelter at a building set to be demolished later this year.

05/10/2017 By Hayat Norimine

Sponsored Content

Mud Season Deals to Please Your Mind, Body, and Wallet

With the seasonal mix/mud comes the deals; from staycations to getaways to spa experiences to fine dining specials, we’ve mapped out the best rates at some of the Vail Valley’s premier hotels.

05/10/2017

Ticket Alert

Death Cab for Cutie and the Decemberists Announce Benefit Concert in Seattle

All proceeds from the acoustic show will go toward Planned Parenthood and the ACLU.

05/10/2017 By Darren Davis

Food & Drink

Nosh Pit Weekly Planner: May 10–16

The week in which: Iron Chef Gauntlet cheftestants collaborate at Adana, the Annual Pierogi Fest is back, and Bateau hosts Feast of the Beast.

05/10/2017 By Rosin Saez

Mayor's Race 2017

Murray's Dropout Leaves 12 Mayoral Candidates, and Counting

Who will make it through the primary? Only time will tell.

05/10/2017 By Hayat Norimine

Bang for Your Buck

Cheap Week: May 8–14

Charly Bliss at the Vera Project, the Seventh Art Stand acts in solidarity, and Peter Silberman performs his first solo album.

05/09/2017 By Kelli Kauakanilehua Adams

Murray Allegations

Murray Says Goodbye to His "Lifelong Love" of Politics

"It tears me to pieces to step away, but I believe it is in the best interest of the city that I love."

05/09/2017 By Hayat Norimine

Meaty Sorrow

Oh, No—Dot's Butcher and Deli Is Closing

The Pike Place Market sandwich destination won't renew its lease.

05/09/2017 By Allecia Vermillion

Market Matters

Farmers Market Season Is Officially Upon Us

The new season brings leavened loaves from Sea Wolf Bakery, award-winning cheeses from Glendale Shepherd, and honey from Seola Bee Company.

05/09/2017 By Amber Wright

West Coast Best Coast

Get the LA Streetwear Look at These 6 Seattle Stores

Local takes on LA's fresh styles—because sometimes dressing like it's 70 and sunny is all we have.

05/09/2017 By Jack Kelly

Mommy Dearest

Shop Talk's Mother's Day Gift Guide

From books to bomber jackets to bouquets of flowers, it never hurts to shower her in gifts.

05/09/2017 By Rosin Saez and Nicole Erickson

Mayor's Race 2017

State Senator Bob Hasegawa Is Running for Mayor

State senator Bob Hasegawa is another high-profile candidate to join the race as a rumor persists Murray won't run for reelection.

05/09/2017 By Hayat Norimine

City Hall

Seattle City Council Adds 2 Positions to Help Seize Illegal Firearms

A court coordinator and assistant city prosecutor will be hired later this year.

05/08/2017 By Hayat Norimine