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Is AI Hurting Black America? A Live Debate

Black communities are confronting the complex challenge of artificial intelligence, debating whether to embrace, resist, or control its development. This deliberation stems from concerns that AI technology is extracting value from Black culture without proper accountability and is contributing to environmental, economic, and social harms within these communities.

How Knicks Fever United America

The Knicks' NBA Finals win reminded New Yorkers of the unifying power of sports and the collective experience of rooting for an underdog, providing a much-needed distraction from the turmoil of the past few months.

SPD May Slow Hiring in 2026 Amid Budget, Training Challenges

Seattle police hiring could slow despite rising officer numbers, as budget pressures and training bottlenecks reshape staffing plans that could affect response across neighborhoods, including the South End.

Seahawks partner with Accenture to revamp team’s tech capabilities and boost fan engagement

The deal pairs one of the world's largest technology consulting firms with the NFL's reigning Super Bowl champions, with Accenture bringing data and AI capabilities to bear on the franchise's business operations and fan engagement. Read More

‘Magic: The Gathering – Arena’ development team announces it’s successfully unionized

The developers for a video game based on Magic: The Gathering announced on Tuesday that they’ve successfully unionized, following a petition filed with the US National Labor Relations Board. Read More

Final days to comment on updated Burke-Gilman Missing Link design in Ballard

There are just five days left to provide feedback on the latest Burke-Gilman Trail Missing Link design in Ballard. The project has reached the 60% design stage for the proposed ... Read more

Glenn Kelman’s next gig: Former Redfin CEO joins venture firm Greylock as executive in residence

Real estate industry icon Glenn Kelman has found his next home — professionally, anyway. The longtime Redfin CEO, who stepped… Read More

Transcript: Here’s what Bill Gates told lawmakers in his recent Epstein testimony

The U.S. House Oversight Committee on Tuesday released the transcript of a closed-door interview in which Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates answered lawmakers' questions, under oath, about his ties to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. Read More

Syndio bets on agentic AI with first acquisition in Seattle pay equity startup’s history

Syndio announced Tuesday that it acquired Embrace.ai, an agentic AI startup whose founders and technology will help Syndio build out its AI-powered compensation platform. Read More

General Fusion announces first steps to deploying its clean energy in Italy as tech uncertainty remains

British Columbia-based General Fusion is charging ahead with its goal of commercializing fusion energy, creating a roadmap for a deployment in Italy, hitting new temperature goals and pursuing an IPO through a SPAC. The progress continues despite setbacks in recent years that include layoffs, a public plea for funding and ongoing uncertainty about the viability of its technology. Read More

Edible Garden Tour returns to Ballard on June 27

The annual Edible Garden Tour will return to Ballard on Saturday, June 27, offering visitors a chance to explore neighborhood gardens featuring fruits, vegetables, berries, and other edible plants. The ... Read more

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