South Lake Union Weekly (Inactive)

✅ What Happened

Exploring the Sticker Scene in South Lake Union: From Rule the Road to the Eyes of Dr. TJ Eckleburg

Enjoy some of Seattle's best stickers spotted near South Lake Union! Grant Lewicki-Hendrix discovered a great sticker by Loohoo, urging cyclists to rule the road. The Sky Is Gray Enough As It Is label maker sticker was seen outside a Capitol Hill store and Bless, spotted outside a vintage streetwear store, will bring the energy into the weekend. An eerie image outside South Lake Union even reminded editor JK of Dr. TJ Eckleburg's eyes from 'The Great Gatsby'.

Brightline to Receive Siemens Mobility Trainset while CHSRA Misses Out on Funding; OIG Audit Finds Flaws in Seattle's South Lake Union Connector Project

Brightline on Feb 11 reported via Twitter that its new Siemens Mobility trainset is rolling towards its Florida destination. Meanwhile, the California High-Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) was unable to receive more than 1.2 billion from USDOT's Multimodal Project Disciplinary Grant program. Lastly, an audit by USDOT's Office of Inspector General founds insufficient oversight in the management of Seattle's transportation funds for the five-mile, 23-station Center City Connector joining the existing South Lake Union and First Hill Streetcar lines.

🌲 Random

• Plan Ahead: Construction Along I-5, I-90, and Highway 520 Causes Lane Closures Over the Weekend

🚔 Public Safety

Man Arrested and Charged with Rape, Robbery, and Burglary in South Lake Union

Isaiah David Weston, 30, has been arrested and charged with first-degree rape, first-degree robbery, and burglary after allegedly following a woman home from South Lake Union, entering her apartment with a knife, and raping her. He is also accused of stealing her green card, three credit cards, and a Louis Vuitton purse. Weston has been detained in King County Jail with bail set at $750,000, and the prosecutors have requested that he be released to home detention if he posts bond, along with ordering a protection order for the woman.

Alarm in South Lake Union: 31-Year-Old Male Robbed at Gunpoint, Red Toyota Camry Stolen

Seattle Police responded to a carjacking in South Lake Union Thursday night at 11 pm. A 31-year-old male was robbed at gunpoint and had his van stolen by two women. The suspect vehicle was a red Toyota Camry and the victim's a white Ford Transit Connect Cargo Van. Police did find the victim's cell phone near the 100 block of Dexter Avenue North. Anyone with further information is asked to contact SPD’s Violent Crimes Tip Line.

📰 In Other News

Car Accident Tragedy Strikes Indian Students: Likitha Pinnum Fights for Life in Arkansas and Northeastern University's Jhanvi Kandula Loses Life in Seattle Crash.

An Indian student, Likitha Pinnum, was badly injured in a car accident in Arkansas recently and is currently fighting for her life in a hospital. Her family set up a GoFundMe page to help her receive medical treatment and has so far raised $99,659 of their $150,000 goal. Jhanvi Kandula, another 23-year-old Indian student studying at the South Lake Union campus of Northeastern University, lost her life in a road accident in Seattle two weeks ago. Officials cited icy conditions in the Southern Plains as the cause of Jhanvi's fatal crash.

Explore the Best Hotels in Seattle from the Astra Hotel to the Inn At The Market

The Astra Hotel in South Lake Union is a newly opened hotel that guests have praised for its modern aesthetic and convenient location - only a 10-minute walk from Seattle Center's attractions like the space needle. The State Hotel also offers a great location near Pike Place Market and the Seattle Aquarium. The Lotte Hotel is a luxurious hotel in the Central Business district, and the Four Seasons Seattle is a great choice for luxurious accommodation with views of the Puget Sound and Great Wheel. Hotel Ballard is a boutique hotel known for its charming atmosphere, while the Sound Hotel offers a music-inspired theme and a rooftop bar to watch the sunset from. Finally, don't miss the Inn At The Market with its views of the city and Puget Sound.

Google Going Rogue: South Lake Union Data Center to Produce Its Own 5nm Computer Chips by 2024

Google is building its own computer chips set to be used in its data centers by 2024. The facility is based in South Lake Union, and the chips are produced using 5nm process technology. This could put Google on the same level as Amazon and Microsoft when it comes to cloud services. TSMC is currently testing the Marvell chips and results are expected in 2024.

Experience a Unique and Interactive Self-Pour Adventure in South Lake Union at Rapport, Chez Phinney, Vinason, and Tapster.

Head to South Lake Union for a unique and interactive drinking experience at one of four pour-your-own bars – Rapport, Chez Phinney, Vinason, and Tapster. Rapport has a huge outdoor patio and offers 80 wines on tap, while Chez Phinney’s is known for its women- and minority-owned, small-production wineries. Vinason is the perfect spot to pregame before a sports event, offering pho, banh mi sandwiches, as well as 40 drinks on tap. Last but not least, Tapster hosts singles nights, has a wall of non-alcoholic drinks like kombucha and root beer, and allows customers to bring their own food. It's time to go out and explore new tastes on self-pour!