At the most recent Bellevue City Council meeting, staff discussed the idea of a new program to improve mobility options in Bellevue. “Bike Bellevue” aims to implement bicycle network improvements in the urban core area of downtown, Wilburton, and BelRed. According to the City of Bellevue, the goal of “Bike […]
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Bellevue Police Investigating Armed Robbery at 7-Eleven on Bellevue Way SE
Detectives from the Bellevue Police Department are investigating an armed robbery that occurred early this morning at a 7-Eleven convenience store located in the 100 block of Bellevue Way SE. According to a statement released by the Bellevue Police Department, the incident took place just before 3:00 am when three […]
Bellevue Commits to Building Sustainability with Launch of 2030 District
According to a recent press release, Kiki Gram of Vulcan Real Estate announce the launch of a Bellevue 2030 District. The vision of the 2030 Districts Network is to establish a global network of thriving high-performance building districts and cities, uniting communities to catalyze transformation in the built environment and […]
Bellevue Celebrates 70th Anniversary with Reopening of City Hall Plaza and Public Art Unveiling
Bellevue recently celebrated the reopening of City Hall Plaza, which has been years in the making. The plaza is located adjacent to the future East Link light rail Bellevue Downtown Station and has been reimagined as a welcoming public space along the Grand Connection. The project began in June 2017 […]
East Link Light Rail Completion Date Pushed to Spring 2025
The East Link light rail project has been delayed for the third time. After investigating long-standing concerns with construction quality and durability with raised concrete structures supporting the tracks in key sections of the alignment, a necessary path has been determined. After attempting to repair the issues with the concrete […]
Luxury Speed Ferry Service Announced to Connect Bellevue to Seattle via Meydenbauer Bay in Bellevue and South Lake Union in Seattle
Bellevue and Seattle residents, get ready for the ultimate transportation experience. A brand new speed ferry service has just been announced to connect Bellevue to Seattle via Meydenbauer Bay in Bellevue and South Lake Union in Seattle. The mini ferry, which fits about 149 passengers, will be jam-packed with luxurious […]
Bellevue Hospital Maintains “A” Grade in Safety
In November 2022, The Leapfrog Group, which informs health care decisions by collecting and reporting data to empower patients, rated Overlake Medical Center & Clinics with an “A” for Hospital Safety Grade. This national distraction recognizes Overlake’s dedication to protecting hospital patients from preventable harm and errors. Hospital Safety Grade […]
Bellevue Increases Patrols after Burglaries Escalate
According to the Bellevue Police Department, they have made a decision to increase patrols after a series of home burglaries have occurred in Bellevue and surrounding areas. Detectives are currently investigating at least 16 Bellevue Burglaries tha tthey believe to have been committed by the same group of suspects. The […]
2 Bellevue Elementary Schools Chosen to Close as Enrollment Declines
The Bellevue School Board has come to a decision as to which elementary schools will close as a result of declining enrollment in the district. Discussions first began in January, to consolidate three of the seven elementary schools to stabilize elementary enrollment. On March 16th, the school board voted to […]
Two Bellevue Elementary Schools Plan to Consolidate, Ardmore Removed for Consideration
The Bellevue School District recently updated their proposed consolidation plan, which had previously included seven schools and was narrowed down to Ardmore, Eastgate and Wilburton Elementary. These are the schools that had been recommended to be consolidated with other Bellevue schools. After the District met once again, they decided to […]