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In Hindsight, Do You Think America Was Ready For A Black President?

Many Americans were not ready for a Black president, reflecting the need for change in people's hearts and the prevalence of racial prejudice in the US.

Foster Introduces Legislation To Protect Homeowners From Predatory Real Estate Solicitation

Seattle Councilmember Dionne Foster has introduced legislation to protect homeowners from predatory real estate solicitation by creating a "Do Not Solicit List" that allows homeowners to opt out of unwanted communications.

Mariners News: Brendan Donovan, Willson Contreras, and Pete Crow-Armstrong

Good morning friends! The Mariners offense erupted late in last night’s game against the Angels, earning them an 8-3 victory in the middle game of the series. Due to the FIFA World Cup match being played today at Lumen Field, the M’s are off today before finishing the series in tomorrow’s contest. Have you attended […]

AKA Community Cash Mob Boosts Black Woman-Owned Business During Black Dollar Days

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.'s Delta Upsilon Omega Chapter and its Dynamic Urban Opportunities Foundation (DUOF) organized a Community Cash Mob to support Black woman-owned business KeenEye & Co. during Black Dollar Days, encouraging community members to make intentional purchases and promoting economic empowerment.

Supreme Court Upholds Washington’s Vote-by-Mail System In 5-4 Ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 5-4 in favor of Washington's vote-by-mail system, allowing states to count mail-in ballots received after Election Day if they are postmarked on or before Election Day.

Seattle’s ‘Buying With Purpose’ Initiative Invests $1.3 Million In Local Farms And BIPOC Food Producers

Seattle's 'Buying With Purpose' initiative is investing $1.3 million in annual food purchases from local farms and BIPOC-owned food producers to strengthen the regional food system and expand opportunities for historically underrepresented growers.

Seattle Announces $8 Million for Homelessness Prevention Services

The City of Seattle will invest $8 million in homelessness prevention services in 2027 to provide rental assistance, eviction prevention, legal services, case management and a centralized application process to help residents avoid eviction and remain housed.

Bellingham co-housing project takes shape — and they're taking downpayments

Up in Bellingham, a co-housing project dubbed 4th Corner Commons will have its first design review on July 7.

Mural debuts in Pioneer Square

The piece by Seattle artist Cristina Martinez is on the the American Life building at 1016 Occidental Ave. S. and is now the largest mural in the neighborhood.

Klein retires from PCS

HKS is betting on the PNW

Global design firm HKS opened its Seattle office in 2023 in the Rainier Square office building at 400 University St. The office is HKS's 27th overall and its first in the Pacific Northwest.

Rainier Community Center play area readies for a fun upgrade

Work will ramp up next week on the renovation of the play area at Rainier Community Center in Columbia City.