A Bellevue Motorcycle officer was injured in Seattle on Tuesday, August 15th, according to the Bellevue Police Department. He had been assigned as service detail for the Vice Presidential visit to Seattle Tuesday afternoon. The 39-year-old motorcycle officer reportedly fell between 50-60 feet off the Michigan Street on-ramp and landed […]
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Precautions Urged after Six Burglaries in Downtown Bellevue
According to the Bellevue Police Department, there were six burglaries at downtown businesses from July 19-24. Detectives believe that a single suspect is responsible for the break-ins. Investigators are urging businesses to lock up cash and post signs stating there is no cash on the premises following these burglaries. “We […]
New Opportunities Accessible to All at KidsQuest Museum this Summer & Fall
Amazon and KidsQuest Children’s Museum have joined hands to bring children and families a wave of playful learning opportunities and experiences. The collaboration aims to promote healthy social, emotional, and cognitive development among children and foster a vibrant, connected community. Research has consistently shown that play is a crucial aspect […]
InterContinental Bellevue Hotel Now Taking Reservations
According to InterContinental Bellevue at the Avenue, reservations are now open for future guests to stay at the luxury hotel. Potential guests are invited to book now for dates starting on or after January 30, 2024. The hotel features 190 luxury rooms ranging from 306 to 380 square feet, 17 […]
New Water Reservoir Ensures Bellevue Residents Water Supply & Fire Protection
In a significant milestone for the City of Bellevue, the construction of the state-of-the-art Pikes Peak Reservoir in Bridle Trails State Park has reached its completion. The new reservoir, built with earthquake resilience in mind, is set to serve the water needs of Bellevue residents for generations to come. Replacing […]
Enjoy Summer Outdoor Movies at the Park on Tuesday Evenings
Movies in the Park are back this summer at Downtown Park on Tuesday evenings. They begin on July 18th and end August 22nd. Pre-movie entertainment begins at 7pm and movies then begin at dusk. A 40-foot movie screen transform the park into a movie theater. Admission is free. All movies […]
Bellevue Receives Silver Certification for 3rd Time for Data-Driven Governance
Bellevue has once again demonstrated its commitment to data-driven governance by achieving What Works Cities silver certification for the third time in five years. This prestigious national recognition highlights the city’s exemplary use of data and evidence in decision-making processes, placing Bellevue among a distinguished group of cities leading the […]
Bellevue Sixth Grader Wins “Doodle for Google”, Artwork Featured on Homepage
Google recently held a nationwide contest challenging K-12 graders to come up with a doodle that would be displayed on Google’s homepage. After thousands of submissions had been turned in, a Bellevue sixth grader, Rebecca Wu, won the competition. Wu’s submission was named “Doodle for Google”. It featured three girls […]
Bellevue #3 Best Small City in U.S. for Recent Grads to Start Career
CoWorking Cafe recently analyzed a series of factors to figure out where the best U.S. cities are for recent graduates to start their careers. Researchers looked at job opportunities, income levels, cost of living, lifestyle amenities and other metrics. The scores of each category were combined into three main groups […]
3 Suspects Involved in Int’l Organized Theft Ring Arrested at Bellevue Square
According to the Bellevue Police Department, officers arrested three suspects and recovered thousands of dollars of merchandise, disrupting an organized retail theft ring. The three suspects were arrested outside of Bellevue Square at the end of May. Security witnessed the 18, 22, and 27 year olds stealing from stores inside […]