Seattle's New Restaurants Worth the Hype with Tan Vinh This week host Brandi Fullwood spoke to Seattle Times food critic Tan Vinh about which new openings deserve the hype– and he makes his case for trying something new in this city. Brandi Fullwood
After 100 years, a Northwest symbol of Japanese culture returns to Tacoma In 1928, Uwajimaya founders Fujimatsu and Sadako Moriguchi opened their first Japanese grocery store in Tacoma. Now, the company their granddaughter runs is returning to the city where Uwajimaya got its start. Plans are in the works to open a new Tacoma store in 2027. Anna Marie Yanny
Superhero flicks in '26. Comic-book movies to be excited about A primer on comic-book movies, and superhero shows, coming from Marvel and DC in 2026, and which ones are worth your attention. Dyer Oxley
Will fans give 'Avatar: Fire and Ash' the same pass they gave the first two films? "Avatar: Fire and Ash" will spur similar reviews that its two predecessors got: It's pretty to look at, but it doesn't offer much else. Dyer Oxley
MOHAI exhibit celebrates the rebellious history of Seattle's motorcycle culture Western Washington is home to sweeping, scenic drives and twisting mountain roads. It’s a motorcyclist's wonderland. A new exhibit at the Museum of History and Industry in Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood explores the rich history of freedom, rebellion, and risk from the saddle of a moto. Casey Martin
Seattle Mariners' historic season ends in a dramatic Game 7 loss The Seattle Mariner's historic 2025 season officially has come to an end. Vaughan Jones
Why 'Twilight' has become immortal in this former Washington state logging town Forks was once the self-proclaimed “logging capital of the world” but that industry has waned. Now there’s a booming economy centered on the “Twilight” books and films that's brought many changes to town — the good, the bad, and the glittery. Matt Martin
Keep Seattle ice cream weird Seattle Times food writer Tan Vinh tastes and guesses some seasonal and secret scoops with Salt & Straw’s head ice cream maker Tyler Malek. We find out why doubling down on unique flavors is good for business. Tan Vinh
Ready, set, read. Jaipur Literature Festival returns to Seattle with diverse offerings The Jaipur Literature Festival is returning to Seattle this month. Katie Campbell
Labubu bust: Over $500k worth of counterfeit 'Lafufu' dolls recovered in Seattle Customs and Border Protection officers recently seized more than 11,000 counterfeit Labubu dolls valued at approximately $513,000 from Sea-Tac airport. Natalie Akane Newcomb