Mayor's State of the City Address
On April 8, Mayor Karen Howe delivered the annual State of the City address, highlighting infrastructure projects and community initiatives.
Traffic Updates
The Louis Thompson Tightline Project is causing road closures in the Tamarack Neighborhood from April 16–18, affecting East Main Street and 210th Avenue NE.
Seahawks 2025 NFL Draft
The Seahawks selected 11 players in the 2025 NFL Draft, led by offensive lineman Grey Zabel from North Dakota State, the highest-drafted FCS offensive lineman ever.
Undrafted Free Agents
Post-draft, Seattle signed undrafted OL AJ Gillie (Louisiana) and CB Isaiah Hamilton (Ole Miss) to bolster the roster.
Police Hiring Surge
Seattle hired 60 new police officers in 2025—a 500% increase from the same period in 2024—supporting Mayor Harrell's public safety initiative.
Laser Strike Incidents
The FBI is investigating over 100 laser-pointer incidents in 2025 targeting aircraft near Seattle–Tacoma and Spokane airports, posing serious safety hazards.