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Seattle Medium
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Best Nonprofit Organization: The Urban League’s Legacy Is Still Growing
By Aaron Allen, The Seattle Medium For nearly a century, the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle has stood as one of the region’s most enduring champions for Black families, evolving alongside the community it serves while expanding access to education, employment, housing and economic opportunity. Now, as the organization celebrates its 95th anniversary, readers of […]
Seattle Medium
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Best Male High School Coach: Mike Bethea’s Greatest Wins Happen Off The Court
By Kiara Doyal, The Seattle Medium Long regarded as one of Washington’s premier high school basketball coaches, Rainier Beach High School boys basketball coach Mike Bethea added another honor to his legacy after readers voted him Best Male High School Coach in The Seattle Medium’s inaugural Best of the Best Northwest Readers’ Choice Awards. For […]
Seattle Medium
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Best CEO/Executive Director: Byrd Barr Place’s Dr. Angela Griffin Leads With Purpose And A Commitment To Community
By Kiara Doyal, The Seattle Medium When Dr. Angela Griffin became CEO of Byrd Barr Place, she quickly realized that one of her biggest challenges wasn’t expanding services. It was reminding people that one of Seattle’s oldest Black-led organizations was still here, still serving the community and still committed to its mission. That work was […]
The Urbanist
1 day
Pierce Transit Goes to Voters for First Funding Increase Since 2002
The 0.3% sales tax bump going onto the November ballot would increase service by around 40% by the mid-2030s, the biggest expansion of transit service in Pierce County in decades. Since May, the proposal has been tweaked to include free rides for seniors.
Seattle Medium
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Lack Of Body Cameras On ICE Agents Fuels More Uncertainty Over Fatal Shootings
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) pledged to deploy body cameras to its law enforcement officers across the nation, yet the initiative's implementation has been notably slow. This delay is highlighted by the absence of body cameras on agents involved in recent fatal shootings in Houston and Maine, raising significant questions about the pace and status of the federal effort to enhance accountability.
Seattle Medium
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Is Mbappé Too Good For France?
Kylian Mbappé, a prominent French soccer player of Cameroonian and Algerian heritage, continues to face racist abuse and political scrutiny from far-right figures despite his status as one of the sport's leading athletes. His journey, marked by challenges to his national identity, culminates in his current role leading France to the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup.
Seattle Medium
1 day
4 People Have Been Killed This Year In Shootings By Federal Agents Linked To Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
Four individuals have been fatally shot by federal immigration agents this year, with two such incidents occurring in July, prompting heightened scrutiny regarding the use of force by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during enforcement operations.
Seattle Medium
1 day
Trump Administration Opens Endangered Species’ Habitats To Development, Reversing 50 Years Of Environmental Law
The Trump administration has reversed decades of environmental law protecting endangered species, opening sensitive habitats to drilling, mining, farming, and real estate development. This significant policy shift, finalized by the Interior and Commerce Departments, redefines 'harm' under the 1973 Endangered Species Act, a definition previously upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court in 1995. While the administration claims the move 'returns the interpretation of the ESA back to its actual text and original intent,' environmental organizations have condemned the action, vowing immediate legal challenges and emphasizing that habitat loss remains the primary cause of extinction.
The Urbanist
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How Seattle’s Urban Stadium Brought World Cup Success, While Others Floundered
While other cities struggled to handle World Cup 2026 crowds, Seattle thrived, with pedestrians happily exploring and transit records being broken. Good planning and an urban stadium location was key to Seattle outperforming its American peers.
The Urbanist
2 days
I-5 Expansion Over Columbia River Stumbles Forward with Federal Greenlight
The I-5 Interstate Bridge Replacement project has completed its federal environmental review and the first phase of work is marching toward construction. Does that mean internal strife over major elements of the program is in the rearview mirror? Far from it.
Seattle Medium
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A Timeline Of Nolan Wells’ Disappearance, Death And The Unfolding Investigation
The puzzling death of Nolan Wells, an 18-year-old college football player, whose body was discovered on July 6 near Horn Island, has ignited widespread speculation and distrust, particularly given Mississippi's complex racial history. Wells' family, noting his status as the sole person of color in photographs with friends on the trip, has retained civil rights attorney Ben Crump, underscoring their demand for transparency and accountability as the investigation into his final hours continues.
Seattle Medium
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One Big Beautiful Bill Act Faces Scrutiny Ahead Of Midterm Elections
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed into law by President Trump one year ago, has become a pivotal factor in competitive battleground races. The legislation's significant reductions to essential safety-net programs, such as Medicaid and food stamps, have fueled widespread criticism, while its tax provisions have been noted for disproportionately benefiting affluent individuals.