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Seattle Medium
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A Year In, Trump’s Spending Cuts Hit Hardest In Black Communities
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law last July, has significantly curtailed access to healthcare and food assistance for millions of low-income Americans, with Black communities disproportionately affected. The legislation, which enacted trillions in cuts to Medicaid and food assistance budgets, has led to a 4.6 million decrease in Medicaid and CHIP enrollment and over 4 million fewer SNAP participants, intensifying existing systemic inequities.
Seattle Medium
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America 250: Black Americans Reflect On Freedom And Trauma
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, many Black Americans question whether the national celebration adequately reflects their history and lived experiences. Mental health advocates assert that the enduring legacy of slavery, segregation, and systemic discrimination has inflicted lasting emotional scars, underscoring persistent inequities.
Seattle Medium
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More than 7 Million Student Loan Borrowers Face Sept. 29 Deadline – Mostly Black
The income-driven SAVE student loan repayment plan has been discontinued, replaced by two new options requiring borrowers to choose between prioritizing monthly payment amounts or total loan balance. Borrowers face a September 29 deadline to select a new plan.
Seattle Medium
1 day
Trump Rings Opening Bell To Mark First Day Of Trading For Trump Accounts
President Donald Trump officially launched Trump Accounts, a new savings and investment vehicle for children, on July 4. The initiative seeks to encourage third-party contributions to a child's future and provide federal seed money for newborns.
Seattle Medium
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett Will Be Missed
U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett, a civil rights attorney, has emerged as a vocal advocate for the rights of Black Americans, notably challenging legislative efforts by Representative Byron Donalds. Donalds has championed the D.C. Crimes Act of 2025, a measure designed to impose stricter penalties on juvenile offenders in the nation's capital, which Crockett argues denies young people the same opportunities for redemption he once received, citing his own past felony charge and subsequent expungement.
Seattle Transit Blog
2 days
Sunday Movies: Golden Gardens & Duvall
A Golden Gardens Direct ride from the beach to central Ballard, partly with a view of the bike trail and its linear woods. (Scooby Doo and the Goblin King) This is the real-time trip block by block, so if you find it too slow you can go into Settings -> Playback Speed and speed it … Continue reading "Sunday Movies: Golden Gardens & Duvall"
Seattle Medium
4 days
Why People Should Be Vigilant About Food Safety This July Fourth
As Independence Day celebrations approach, health officials underscore essential food safety protocols. Key recommendations include employing an internal thermometer for proper meat cooking, ensuring perishable foods are refrigerated within one hour when temperatures surpass 90 degrees Fahrenheit, and practicing thorough hand washing after handling raw meat.
Seattle Medium
4 days
Top General Fired By Trump Administration Criticizes Use Of Military For Political Missions
Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Charles Q. Brown Jr. has criticized the deployment of military forces for political missions, citing in a recent op-ed the Trump administration's use of troops to address crime in major cities.
Seattle Medium
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Racial Healing Starts With Honest Conversations
Mental health professionals and educators emphasize the importance of family conversations about race as a means to help young people process racism and affirm their identity. Proactive discussions are advocated as a crucial support for the mental health and healing of children of color.
Seattle Transit Blog
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Friday Roundtable: July 4 Weekend Service
Holiday service announcements: Metro holiday service with Sound Transit, streetcars, and the King County water taxis. Sound Transit, Community Transit, Pierce Transit, Everett Transit, Kitsap Transit, Monorail, Washington State Ferries announcements. Trailhead Direct (choose route from Routes menu; holiday section is in top right). Below is a breakdown by day. If something is critical to … Continue reading "Friday Roundtable: July 4 Weekend Service"
Seattle Met
5 days
Supra’s Georgian Feasts Get People Talking
It’s dinner, and you’re the show.
Seattle Medium
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Seattle, King County Announce Major Restructuring of Regional Homelessness Authority
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson and King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced a plan to transfer most homelessness service contracts from the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) back to the Seattle Human Services Department and King County's Department of Community and Human Services, with transfers commencing in January 2027. This restructuring addresses significant financial management and oversight concerns identified in an independent forensic evaluation, aiming to strengthen accountability and preserve critical services.