The Bellevue City Council has removed language from its 2025 state legislative agenda that referenced expanding Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) authority and modifying property tax lid lift options. The decision came during the council’s October 14 meeting after Councilmember Jared Nieuwenhuis proposed a last-minute amendment. The original draft stated […]
The City of Bellevue has selected Bellwether Housing to build affordable housing and community space on city-owned land in the Wilburton Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) District. The project supports the city’s plan to create a vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood near the light rail. The selection follows a request for proposals issued in […]
The Bellevue Downtown Ice Rink will return for its 28th holiday season at Bellevue Downtown Park from November 21, 2025, through January 19, 2026. The rink is the region’s largest seasonal ice skating venue, featuring more than 9,000 square feet of real ice in a fully covered, open-air setting surrounded […]
Paris Baguette, the bakery-café chain known for its freshly baked breads, pastries, and cakes, is opening a new location in Downtown Bellevue. The café will be located at 929 108th Avenue Northeast, on the retail level of the Salesforce Tower. The space was previously home to Sam’s Tavern, which first […]
A new affordable housing project is being proposed for 999 118th Avenue SE in Bellevue’s Richards Valley area. The developer, SRM Development, is requesting a zoning change to allow for the construction of a mixed-use apartment building aimed at supporting Bellevue’s workforce and families. The proposal seeks to rezone the […]
Voodoo Doughnut is set to open its first Bellevue location at 10713 Main Street on Sunday, October 19, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony scheduled for 8 a.m. The new shop marks the company’s 25th location nationwide. The Bellevue storefront previously housed Rudy’s Barbershop, which closed in September 2024 after receiving an […]
A special version of the classic Monopoly board game is shining a spotlight on Bellevue. MONOPOLY: Bellevue Edition launched for pre-order on October 6, giving fans a chance to buy, sell, and trade well-known spots around the city. The new game features local landmarks such as Lake Washington, Bellevue Downtown […]
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup expected to bring thousands of soccer fans to the region, the City of Bellevue is inviting local businesses and organizations to take part in the excitement. The city will host an informational meeting on Tuesday, Oct. 22, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Bellevue […]
A new 10-story apartment complex with 442 residential units and ground-level retail space has been proposed for Bellevue’s Wilburton neighborhood. The development, called Broadstone East Wilburton, would redevelop a 2.31-acre site at 12000, 12022, and 12028 NE 8th Street, and 12011 NE Bel-Red Road. The project, led by Alliance Realty […]
Seattle Restaurant Week returns October 26 through November 8, featuring curated menus at $20, $35, $50, and $65 at restaurants, bars, cafes, food trucks, and pop-ups across the greater Seattle area. Several Bellevue restaurants are participating this year, including Bellden, Bis on Main, Cantinetta Bellevue, Earls Kitchen + Bar – […]
