Tesla’s much-anticipated autonomous RoboTaxi is currently on display at Bellevue Square. This two-passenger, battery-electric vehicle is designed to be fully autonomous, eliminating the need for a steering wheel or pedals. According to an employee at the Tesla store in Bellevue Square, the RoboTaxi is expected to remain on display through […]
Announcements
Bellden and Downtown Bellevue Network Join Forces to Support Bellevue Men’s Shelter
Bellden Cafe and Downtown Bellevue Network have joined forces to support Porchlight, a local shelter providing vital assistance to men experiencing homelessness in Bellevue. Their collaborative efforts include a community drive to collect essential items followed by a special breakfast event that will be held on June 22nd, 2024. Porchlight […]
Bellevue Police Enhance Accountability with New Body-Camera Initiative
Bellevue’s streets are getting a high-tech upgrade as the Bellevue Police Department introduces new tasers and body-worn cameras to its patrol officers. Beginning this month, this initiative aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and safety within the community. The department’s rollout plan includes launching a patrol officer body camera program featuring […]
Bellevue’s Lynne Robinson Secures Third Consecutive Mayoral Term
Marking a milestone in Bellevue’s 71-year legacy, Lynne Robinson has secured her third consecutive term as mayor, a first-time feat for any council-member in the city’s history. The decision was made unanimously at the City Council’s first session of the year held in early January. Robinson was initially elected to […]
Bellevue Seeks Public Input in Developing 2025-26 Budget
Bellevue residents, workers, and visitors are encouraged to participate in the City’s biennial Budget Survey, an important initiative in shaping the upcoming 2025-26 budget. The survey, open until Jan. 22, seeks to gather diverse perspectives from the community, essential for assessing the city’s current status and future requirements. This online […]
Second Executive Director Resigns from Bellevue Arts Museum in Two Years
Bellevue Arts Museum recently announced the departure of E. Michael Whittington, who was hired on as the Executive Director in March 2022. According to the press release, his choice to step down was due to personal health reasons. His resignation has been accepted by the Board of Trustees. Whittington was […]
CDC Advises Getting Latest Available COVID-19 Vaccine
According to the CDC, it is recommended that everyone 6 months and older get an updated COVID-19 vaccine to protect against the newer variants and potentially serious COVID-19 complications. This comes before an increase in infections that happens during fall and winter months. Whether a person has been infected with […]
King County Libraries No Longer Charge Late Fees
On April 26th, the KCLS Board of Trustees approved changes to charging late fees on library books. Since May 9th, the library no longer charges fines on overdue items. Since 2022, the KCLS Board of Trustees have been analyzing the impact of late fines. After gathering and reviewing information for […]
Performing Arts Center Eastside Hires New Executive Director
The Board of Directors of Performing Arts Center Eastside recently appointed Lora Unger as the Center’s new Executive Director. She began her position on May 1st, 2023. “We are thrilled to welcome Lora to PACE as our new Executive Director,” said Board Chair Eric Stelter. “We were all impressed by […]
Bellevue School District Announces New Superintendent, Dr. Aramaki to Begin July 1
Bellevue School District Board of Directors recently announced a new superintendent, Dr. Kelly Aramaki. He will begin the role on July 1st, after spending the next five months easing into it with the support of the interim superintendent, according to a release from BSD. Dr. Aramaki has a long history […]