Northgate's slow evolution from parking lots to a walkable Seattle neighborhood ^36.8%

KUOW Public Radio - By Joshua McNichols - 5/1/2026, 1:01 AM

Hasty Generalization 18.2% - Optimism Bias 14.2% - Overconfidence Bias 13.3%

Northgate Mall is becoming a transit-oriented neighborhood. Where there were parking lots, there will be apartments, shops, and a park-like space. There are plans for offices too, but those are on hold until the market for offices bounces back. From the roof deck of one new building, Scott Travis with Simon Property Group points out... more

Red Light Vintage could close for good. A familiar face is trying to keep it alive. ^79.1%

KUOW Public Radio - By Libby Denkmann, Maleeha Syed - 12/19/2025, 6:24 AM

Seattle may have to say goodbye to a longstanding vintage shop in the new year. Red Light Vintage & Costume sits in the heart of the University District. It has been a fixture in Seattle’s fashion scene since it opened in the mid 90s. Now the shop could close because owner Niz Marar is retiring. more