The World Cup gave Seattle a boost. Its CID? Not so much
- Posted on July 9, 2026
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The World Cup gave Seattle a boost. Its CID? Not so much
Seattle hosted its last World Cup match this week. In the lead-up to the games, there was a lot of focus on the financial win it would be for the city. But early on, it became clear not all neighborhoods near the stadium were benefiting.
KUOW digital reporter Cornelius Hocker went to 50 businesses in Pioneer Square and the Chinatown-International District to ask, "Is the World Cup hurting or helping you?" He talked to Kim Malcolm about some of the responses he heard.
