Melissa Santos

1 week ago | axios.com | Melissa Santos

Cyclists in the naked bike ride at the 2019 Fremont Solstice Parade. Photo: Genna Martin/Seattlepi.com via Getty ImagesMore than 30 years ago, a few naked bicyclists crashed the Fremont Solstice Parade — an unsanctioned stunt that has grown into one of Seattle's signature summer spectacles. Why it matters: The body-painted riders are a symbol of the city's expressive, offbeat spirit, kicking off a summer parade known for giant puppets, dancers and DIY art.

1 week ago | axios.com | Melissa Santos

Illustration: Brendan Lynch/AxiosWashington residents will need a permit to buy guns starting in 2027 — a change expected to affect thousands of potential buyers each year. Why it matters: Supporters say the law will boost public safety by helping keep guns out of the wrong hands. Opponents argue it infringes on Washingtonians' constitutional gun rights.

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Melissa Santos

A passenger and vehicle ferry arrives at the Seattle Ferry Terminal last month. Photo: M. Scott Brauer/Bloomberg via Getty ImagesA second ferry will begin service Sunday between Bremerton and Seattle, substantially reducing wait times between boats. The big picture: The addition of the second boat on the Seattle-Bremerton route is part of Gov. Bob Ferguson's plan to restore ferry service to pre-pandemic levels by July.

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Melissa Santos

Illustration: Lindsey Bailey/AxiosSeattle has several events this month to celebrate Juneteenth, which commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas learned they were free. Here are a few of our top picks. All are free unless otherwise noted:Black Night Market June 13 and June 20This waterfront event on Pier 62 will spotlight Black-owned local businesses, as well as businesses owned by other people of color. It will also feature live performances and food trucks.

2 weeks ago | axios.com | Melissa Santos

The clock is counting down the next 364 days until the 2026 FIFA World Cup (albeit it with faint digital numbers). Photo: Melissa Santos/AxiosLocal officials are so excited about next year's FIFA World Cup matches in Seattle that they've set up a countdown clock at Seattle Center a full year in advance. The clock installed yesterday next to the Museum of Pop Culture will count down the seconds until the start of next year's games, six of which will be hosted at Seattle's Lumen Field.