The Bellevue Police Department is urging residents to plan ahead and arrange sober transportation during the holiday season after seeing a recent rise in impaired-driving arrests. So far in November, officers have made 20 DUI arrests within Bellevue city limits. Seven of those arrests happened between November 14 and 16. […]
Americans are moving less than ever, but Bellevue continues to stand out with higher-than-average mobility and a steady flow of newcomers from around the country. A new Point2Homes analysis shows that only 11% of Americans changed residences in 2024, the lowest mobility rate recorded since the Census Bureau began tracking […]
A lakefront Bellevue estate listed for $79 million on June 16, 2025, remains on the market and currently holds the record for the most expensive home listed in the Pacific Northwest. Located in the 98004 zip code, the property features six bedrooms, ten bathrooms, and spans 16,284 square feet of […]
Eastbound I-90 drivers between Seattle and Bellevue are already feeling the impact of major bridge work that began this month. The East Channel Bridge, which connects Mercer Island to Bellevue, is down to fewer lanes around the clock while crews replace a worn-out expansion joint. Work is expected to last […]
Bellevue has been named one of the top innovation hubs in the western United States, according to a new report by CommercialCafe. The study looked at cities across Washington, California, Oregon, Arizona, and Colorado, ranking them on things like STEM jobs, education, talent attraction, patent growth, and the strength of […]
The Northwest Chocolate Festival is returning to Bellevue for its 17th year, bringing together over 100 artisan chocolate makers from more than 30 countries. This event will take place on October 4 and 5, 2025, at the Meydenbauer Center. Attendees can sample a wide variety of chocolate offerings, including milk […]
SuperKim Khao Man Gai, located at the base of Bellevue Towers, officially closed its doors on Sunday, July 27. The Thai chicken and rice restaurant had been in operation since late May 2025. According to a statement on the restaurant’s Instagram page, the business is relocating to Seattle’s Pioneer Square, […]
Bellevue has been named one of the top cities in the country for quality of life, coming in at No. 4 on U.S. News & World Report’s 2025–2026 list of the 25 Best Places to Live. The ranking considers important factors like education, health care access, safety, and overall well-being. […]
The Bellevue Chamber of Commerce recently shared a helpful breakdown of Seattle’s proposed business tax changes and what that could mean for companies in the region. Here’s a look at how Seattle’s plan compares to Bellevue’s approach. As Seattle leaders consider big changes to the city’s Business & Occupation (B&O) […]
A recent housing study by HireAHelper highlights the growing challenge of homeownership in Washington state, with Bellevue emerging as one of the hardest-hit areas. By 2030, the median home price in Washington is projected to reach nearly $900,000, making it the fifth most expensive state for homebuyers. To afford a […]
