Seattle’s light rail just leveled up with the grand opening of the new Two Line, the long-awaited Crosslake Extension that finally links Eastside cities across Lake Washington. After years of delays and an original 2026 target, it launched March 28, 2026 — drawing over 250,000 riders on day one. Now working seamlessly with the One Line, it slashes commute times, boosts service frequency, and opens doors for students with affordable housing options and faster access to jobs. One student cut their hour-long transit slog in half — a win for a region projected to grow by 800,000 people by 2040. Sound Transit’s sights are already set on even bigger expansions north to Everett, south to Tacoma, and beyond — despite funding gaps — all aimed at building a more connected, sustainable future for Puget Sound.

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Washington Huskies are on a hot recruiting streak, targeting top-tier talent like four-star guard Jimmie Haywood and five-star guard Jalen Davis to rebuild the program. Haywood, a Seattle native who started his high school career at Garfield, is set to visit on September 5th and could be a cornerstone for the future. He’ll be joined by fellow prospect Ahmed Nur, while five-star guard Jordan Mize from the 2028 class is also in the pipeline. With Sprinkle’s focus on local stars and a clear vision for depth, these visits could lead to major commitments—and signal a new era for Husky basketball.

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Washington’s basketball program is heating up with a major recruiting move: five-star guard Jordan Mize, ranked No. 22 overall and No. 3 at his position in the 2028 class, is set to visit for an official trip on September 18. Already receiving offers from Gonzaga, Kansas, UCLA, and Alabama, Mize — a 6’5” California wing with elite athleticism and USA U-17 experience — could be the cornerstone of Coach Danny Sprinkle’s long-term rebuild. With the football team hosting Eastern Washington that same day, he’ll get a firsthand taste of Husky energy. While the program focuses on transfers this season, this visit signals a bold push to shape the future — and Mize might just be the key piece.

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