Seattle Local Pulse: Breaking Metro Shooting, Jayapal Town Hall, Booming Tech Jobs, Orca Baby, and More

Good morning, this is Seattle Local Pulse for February 18, 2025. We're starting with some breaking news. A shooting aboard a King County Metro bus in Tukwila has left two people injured, and the suspects are still at large. We'll keep you updated as more information becomes available. In other news, a community forum with Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal is happening tonight at Town Hall Seattle. It's an opportunity to hear directly from her about what she's doing in Congress and to get answers to your biggest questions. Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the event starts at 6:00 PM. Let's talk about the job market. Seattle's tech scene is thriving, with AI roles experiencing significant growth. Data scientists are in high demand, with a 48% growth rate, and cybersecurity analysts are seeing a 42% growth rate. If you're looking to get into tech, now is the perfect time. Average tech salaries in Seattle are around $148,000, with software developers earning about $135,287 annually. In real estate news, the city is seeing a surge in new developments. The Pioneer Square walkability project is complete, boosting downtown and waterfront access. And, the Seattle budget includes a historic investment in affordable housing and public safety. Now, let's take a look at the weather. Today is expected to be partly cloudy with a high of 52 degrees. We're expecting some rain later in the week, so make sure to pack your umbrella. In sports news, the Moll twins are making headlines with their pole vaulting skills, winning NCAA titles and setting records. And, WWE Women's Champion Tiffany Stratton is talking about her rapid rise in wrestling and her love for Seattle. In community news, the USO is hosting connection events at Whidbey Island to support Navy families. And, the monorail renovation is underway to ease crowd flow for potential NBA returns and major Seattle events. Today's crime report includes a repeat DUI offender being held on $750,000 bail after crashing into a Seattle pole on Valentine's Day. And, police found guns and ammo during the arrest of a north Seattle burglary suspect who shot at a victim. Finally, let's end with a feel-good story. The newest Southern Resident J Pod calf has been confirmed to be a female, and researchers are excited about this new addition to the endangered orca population. This has been Seattle Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI.