On Wednesday, the City of Seattle is expected to issue a request for proposal (RFP) on a major renovation to KeyArena, setting one of its arena options into motion. (more…)

On Wednesday, the City of Seattle is expected to issue a request for proposal (RFP) on a major renovation to KeyArena, setting one of its arena options into motion. (more…)
We end 2016 with a countdown of the 10 biggest stories of the year on Arena Digest, as chosen by editors and partially based on page views. Today, #5: Seattle debates its arena options. (more…)
Though two separate arena plans are unfolding in Seattle, executive Tim Leiweke is downplaying the notion that they are in direct competition. (more…)
Chris Hansen and his investment group are seeking additional steps toward a new Sodo arena, including the elimination of a previous agreement. (more…)
Chris Hansen has some star power behind his push for a new Sodo arena, as Seattle Seawhawks quarterback Russell Wilson is joining Sonics Arena Group. (more…)
Seattle has two arena proposals to consider, but commitments from the NBA or NHL loom large in deciding whether to renovate Key Arena or build a new venue. (more…)
Developer Chris Hansen is expressing belief that a new arena in Seattle could be privately financed, giving all parties more time to reach an agreement. (more…)
Even as developer Chris Hansen purchases more properties in Sodo, some are wondering if the future of the NBA in Seattle is tied to the Key Arena site. (more…)
Developer Chris Hansen continues to purchase lots in Seattle’s Sodo section, prompting further arena discussions in the city. (more…)
Despite political setbacks, developer Chris Hansen is moving forward on a new Seattle Sonics arena, acquiring two parcels totaling 4.88 acres just south of the proposed NBA facility site. (more…)
It’s increasingly looking like the only path to a Seattle NBA team is a new arena initially built for an NHL team — but with no committed ownership and plenty of roadblocks, that path will be a huge challenge for developer Chris Hansen. (more…)
Los Angeles Clippers owner Steve Ballmer — once a partner with entrepreneur Chris Hansen on a proposed Sodo District arena — says a Seattle NBA team is not likely in the near future, and that NHL hockey is more likely to arrive in the city before pro basketball. (more…)
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