High School & Pro Sports: Key Teams Powering Our Community
Bellevue and Washington’s sports scene is rich—from high school standouts to pro powerhouses. A look at who to watch locally and statewide.
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Bellevue High School & Beyond: What to Watch in Local and National Sports
From local high school matchups to national headlines, here's a guide to Bellevue’s sports scene and bigger stories shaping the game.
Understanding the Current U.S. Economy: Growth, Inflation, and What They Mean Now
U.S. economic growth has slowed, inflation stays elevated, and voters are watching how Washington acts on budgets and policies.
What Affordable Housing Really Means for Bellevue Residents
With Bellevue’s housing becoming more expensive and housing supply lagging behind need, what do local strategies and personal stories tell us about where we go from here?
How Bellevue’s AI Startups and Gadgets are Shaping Everyday Life
Bellevue’s growing AI startup scene and smart tech trends are transforming chores, wellness, and work routines in our community.
What Bellevue’s Housing & Rental Market Looks Like Now
Bellevue homes priced near $1.5M on avg; rents rising unevenly. Buyers, renters face changing trends, new affordable housing projects.
Bellevue Leaders Tackle Housing, Transportation, and Community Safety
City Council advances affordable housing tools, explores $1.5B transportation needs, and grapples with safety concerns like traffic and public disturbances.
Balancing Growth, Housing, and Streets: What Bellevue Residents Should Know
City Council weighs tools for affordable housing, uncovers a big transportation funding gap, and hears traffic safety concerns from neighborhoods.
How Tech Startups and Civic Innovation Are Reshaping Daily Life in Bellevue
From AI safety sensors at Bellevue College to local startups easing errands and hiring—Bellevue’s tech scene is touching everyday life in big ways.
A Guide to Bellevue’s Year-Round Arts & Culture Rhythm
Explore Bellevue’s recurring music, art, and cultural events—from arts fairs to festivals—that shape our community year-round.
Bellevue Seeks Resident Input on $1.5B in Unfunded Transportation Needs
The city wants your feedback: which transportation projects Bellevue should prioritize from its large unfunded list affecting streets, transit, biking, walking.
Bellevue’s AI Startups and Everyday Tech: How Innovation Blends into Daily Life
From wearable devices to local AI firms shaping healthcare and jobs, Bellevue’s tech scene is making gadgets smarter and life more connected.