A view of people looking out toward Lake Union from the Space Needle observation deck in September 2020 shows a city that was perpetually under construction in the past decade as population growth in Seattle outpaced that of the suburbs. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times)
People looking out toward Lake Union from the Space Needle observation deck saw a city that grew by 21% from 2010 to 2020. (Ken Lambert / The Seattle Times, 2020)
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Seattle ended decade with faster growth than suburbs, reversing a 100-year trend

Seattle ended the 2010s with a faster population growth than its suburbs. That reversed a 100-year trend. In decades past, King County grew at a faster clip. But will this new shift hold in the pandemic era? FYI Guy breaks down the data.

A backcountry skier follows a skin track through fresh snow near Alpine Lakes High Camp.
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Damarius Butts, who was killed by Seattle police in 2017, and whose death is awaiting inquest.
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Traffic flows over the I-5 ship canal bridge Saturday September 18, 2021. After an overnight drenching of rain, Seattle gets a sun break. 218268
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Billie Eilish arrives at the Variety 2021 Music Hitmakers Brunch at City Market Social on Saturday, Dec. 4, 2021, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) CAJS376 CAJS376
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What happened in Seattle after the Pearl Harbor attack in 1941

Kurt Cobain backstage at Seattle’s Paramount Theatre during Nirvana’s live show at the theater in 1991.
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Diablo Lake, Wa. August 6, 2006 A slow drive across Diablo Dam gives a unique perspective on the man made lake.
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Honor Chief Seattle by building fish passage through Skagit River dams

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Friday, November 5, 2021. Fund for Those in Need. Kicking off the Fund for Those in Need we visit Wellspring Family Services visiting preschool kids having breakfast. 218714
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Carneisha Grace, top right, and her sons Josiah Grace, left, Samari Glover, top, and Shawn Glover II at Childhaven in Auburn on Wenesday, November 10, 2021. Carneisha Grace describes being homeless for a six month period prior to receiving services from Childhaven in 2016. 218753
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How one Seattle-area mother and her boys are overcoming life’s challenges

Seven-year-old Jacob Knapp, born with a rare genetic disorder, smiles after putting on a big hat at the Kindering Center on Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2021. Behind him is his occupational therapist, Aaron Wong-Weinrieb, The family has relied on Kindering Center for therapy since Kuba was three months old, when Kuba was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder that severely impacts his cognitive development.
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Kindering helps children with special needs — and their parents — live better lives VIEW

Akberet Kahsay eats a bowl of soup at Northgate Community Center on Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2021. In partnership with Sound Generations and other organizations, the East African Elders Program provides meals, exercise and socialization for members of the East African community. 218826
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Around King County, community meals return with a lifeline of nutrition and good company VIEW

Politics

Lowered to half-staff in honor of former Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole of Kansas, flags fly in the breeze at sunrise on the National Mall with the U.S. Capitol in the background, Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/J. David Ake) DCDA101 DCDA101

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President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden visit the National World War II Memorial to mark the 80th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) DCEV111 DCEV111
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FILE – Sen. David Perdue, R-Ga., speaks during a rally in Augusta, Ga., on Dec. 10, 2020. Perdue will challenge Gov. Kemp for governor, he announced Monday, Dec, 6, 2021 setting up a bitter 2022 Republican primary fight while Democrat Stacey Abrams is likely to await the winner. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File) NYPS203 NYPS203
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Mental Health

Seattle-area youth created this guide to connect teens to multicultural mental health care

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Business & Tech

Married couple Deirdre and Skyler Calhoun, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, are first time homebuyers who recently bought a condo, seen in the background, in Lacey, WA, using a VA loan. 218985

A cooler Seattle-area housing market as winter hits, but some buyers still face bidding wars

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Ukrainian servicemen stand during the rehearsal of the parade for the Day of the Armed Forces of Ukraine in the center of in Kramatorsk, Ukraine, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021. Ukraine marks 30th anniversary of the Armed Forces on Monday, Dec. 6. (AP Photo/Andriy Andriyenko) XAZ110 XAZ110

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Coronavirus

People travel at Pearson International Airport during the COVID-19 pandemic in Toronto, Friday, Dec. 3, 2021. New travel testing and restrictions have been put in place due to the omicron variant. (Nathan Denette /The Canadian Press via AP) NSD110 NSD110

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Food & Drink

If you’re hoping to shape a log of dough for slice-and-bakes and finding it too soft to handle, pop it into the fridge for 15 or 20 minutes. That will make it easier for a round or square shape. MUST CREDIT: Photo by Tom McCorkle for The Washington Post.

6 tips for baking a better batch of cookies, every time

Pacific NW Magazine

Journeyman Boilermaker Supervisor Caitlin Batson is photographed at Vigor’s Harbor Island Shipyard. 218587

Washington's maritime industry is pushing to be more inclusive, welcoming

Editorials & Opinion

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Sports

Injured Seattle SuperSonics’ guard Gary Payton, right, sits with teammate Patrick Ewing as Ewing is assisted with ice packs by assistant trainer Frank Furtado near the end of their game against the Vancouver Grizzlies Monday, Feb. 5, 2001, in Seattle. Seattle won, 95-82. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson) EMT105

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Arts & Life

A backcountry skier follows a skin track through fresh snow near Alpine Lakes High Camp.

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Fund for Those in Need

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Photography

Russell Wilson and Adrian Peterson warm up for Sunday’s game. . The San Francisco 49ers played the Seattle Seahawks in NFL Football Sunday, December 5, 2021 at Lumen Field, in Seattle, WA. 218988
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Anne Wiltgen, dressed as a Jedi, moves to the music of the 8-Bit Brass Band as they busk outside the Emerald City Comic Con on Saturday. She’s with the band that plays music from video games, sci-fi, TV, movies, anime, and cartoons. Comic Con continues Sunday at the Washington State Convention Center. Ref to more photos online LO outside Emerald City Comic Con Saturday Dec 5, 2021 218987
Local News

From Jedi to a tiger named Hobbes: Emerald City Comic Con rolls into Seattle

The rescued green sea turtle, now named Shi Shi, is lifted from a holding pool by Angela Smith, left, Dr. Caitlin Hadfield, hidden, and Lindy McMorran at the Seattle Aquarium where it’s receiving critical care. (Hadfield is the senior veterinarian at the aquarium) Ref to more photos and video online Friday Nov. 19, 2021 Its sex is not yet determined. Age: called sub-adult Found washed ashore at Shi Shi beach near Neah Bay, WA by a Makah tribal member. 218882
Environment

A sea turtle found off Washington’s coast, cold and clinging to life, recovers at Seattle Aquarium WATCH

Alex Zerbe brings his Zaniac one-hour comedy show to the Seattle Center stage at Winterfest, aimed mainly at youngsters. He juggles, dances, engages the audience and tells jokes. It’s free and is among the things visitors can see without charge including the return the expansive train set in the Armory. Visitors should check the Seattle Center website. Ref to More online LO free events at Seattle Center on Saturday November 27, 2021 218920
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Trains, rockets and laughs among the festivities at Seattle Center VIEW