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Bellevue detectives recover stolen property, prolific burglar charged
On March 28, 2013 the Bellevue Special Enforcement Team (SET) arrested a prolific regional burglary suspect, Andy Max Ellis (28), and recovered massive amounts of stolen property, guns and drugs. A…
City manager announces resignation
City Manager Steve Sarkozy announced today that he will resign effective May 15. In a resolution passed unanimously last night, the City Council has chosen Deputy City Manager Brad Miyake…
Police chief responds to public questions
Bellevue Police Chief Linda Pillo issued the following statement regarding inquires the Seattle Police Department received from Seattle community members and Seattle government officials:
"There have…
Council Roundup: New recycling, garbage options considered
Bellevue customers could gain new options for garbage and recycling services when the city implements a new collection contract in 2014. The City Council on Monday directed Utilities staff to pursue…
Breaking ground for new Bellevue Youth Theatre
On Tuesday, April 2, the City of Bellevue and the Bellevue Youth Theater Foundation will celebrate the start of construction for a new Bellevue Youth Theater. The free event, open to the public,…
Coaching for nonprofits on reaching diverse populations
With more than a third of Bellevue residents born outside of the U.S., and over 80 languages spoken in Bellevue schools, it has become increasingly complex to connect with the city's populations.
To…
Police release names of officers involved in shooting
Early the morning of March 22, a wanted robbery suspect tried to run down Bellevue Police SWAT officers in Seattle during a warrant service. He was fatally shot in the process. No officers were…
East Link open houses coming up
The City of Bellevue and Sound Transit will co-host a pair of open houses in the coming days on the East Link light rail project. The first, on Thursday, focuses on the latest design work for the Bel…
Suspected robber shot during search warrant service
A wanted robbery suspect tried to run down Bellevue Police SWAT officers in Seattle early this morning. He was fatally shot in the process. No officers were injured during the attempted assault.
Just…
Chestnut headlines Jazzfest
The Cyrus Chestnut Trio, Kendrick Scott Oracle and Carlos Cascante y su Tumbao will headline this year's edition of the Bellevue Jazz Festival, May 29-June 2, the Bellevue Downtown Association…