Small business owners in Bellevue have an opportunity to apply for a competitive grant program aimed at boosting economic growth and digital equity. Comcast RISE, a national initiative launched by Comcast, is offering grants to 100 small businesses across King County—including those in Bellevue—as part of its 2025 program. Each […]
According to the Bellevue Police Department, a tragic traffic collision on Friday night, May 2, claimed the life of an 18-year-old motorcyclist and temporarily shut down a major intersection in the city. At approximately 9:40 p.m., Bellevue Police and Fire personnel responded to reports of a crash at the intersection […]
A new luxury consignment boutique has officially opened its doors in Old Downtown Bellevue. Reprise, located at 10129 Main Street, Suite 107B, began welcoming customers on May 1 and is hosting a series of grand opening events throughout the first part of the month. The store’s grand opening celebrations include […]
R + M Dessert Bar has officially opened its flagship location in downtown Bellevue. The new shop is located at 1025 108th Avenue Northeast, marking the company’s second location after its original storefront in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Founded in November 2017 by chefs Rod Gambassi and Marc Adams, R […]
A group of Washington’s top business leaders is warning that proposed new taxes could harm the innovation and tech growth that have helped cities like Bellevue thrive. Local tech leaders say the city’s growth could stall if the tax proposals move forward. State lawmakers are considering new taxes to help […]
Bellevue’s beauty and wellness scene just got a new addition with the grand opening of Joon by Joe Bae, a luxury head spa designed to bring tranquility, scalp care, and relaxation to the Downtown area. Behind this new venture is Joe Bae, a seasoned beauty industry professional and the owner […]
The City of Bellevue has expanded its 2025 Food Truck Pilot Program by introducing a second site at Compass Plaza, located on 106th Avenue Northeast. The new location operates Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and joins the existing City Hall Plaza site, which continues to host […]
The City of Bellevue is now accepting applications for its 2025 Community Programming Fund, a grant program designed to support local efforts to energize public spaces and create meaningful experiences for residents. This initiative encourages the development of community-focused activities that promote creativity, inclusivity, and connection in shared outdoor spaces. […]
Bellevue City Councilmember John Stokes has announced his decision to step down from his Position 1 seat, with his resignation taking effect on May 2, 2025. Stokes shared the news during a City Council meeting, citing his decision to relocate to Ballard to be closer to his daughter and newly […]
The Bellevue City Council has unanimously backed King County Metro’s plan for the RapidRide K Line, set to launch in 2030. The new transit route aims to improve connectivity between Bellevue and Kirkland, offering faster and more reliable service for commuters. The council’s support will be formalized in a letter […]
