OLYMPIA, Wash. — The Washington State Legislature is poised to cut funding for Foundational Public Health Services by nearly 40 percent in the coming weeks, a move public health leaders warn would dismantle the state’s public health system and leave communities across Washington less safe. The proposed reduction comes as the federal government threatens to withhold and claw back public health grants, creating unprecedented instability for local health systems. “Every person

SEATTLE - Mayor Katie B. Wilson today announced an initial set of actions to protect city residents in the face of increased federal immigration enforcement activity. While the City currently has no information indicating a surge of ICE and CBP activity, there has been increased activity over the last year, and appropriate preparation is critical given the unpredictable, chaotic, and violent behavior of the federal government. Successfully protecting our community from feder

Seattle, WA- Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR), in partnership with Africatown Community Land Trust, the William Grose Center for Cultural Innovation, and A Personal Point of View, LLC, invites all to join us for a community event on Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Please join us at Washington Middle School at 2101 S. Jackson St. Seattle, 98144. This event will provide an opportunity for park neighbors and park users to review and respond to the design fo

Mr. Wright is continuing to open the eyes of the City in which he loves, Seattle. Please pay attention to this, the newest book, just written by Mr. Wright appropriately named “Nothing Has Changed”. This book is a Sequel to the book that he wrote in 2011, regarding the promises that Sound Transit has stated in their resolution “52”, of opportunities’ to be given to the Black Building Contractors and Black business community as a whole here in the metro Seattle area. Talking

Seattle, WA — January 26, 2026 — As small business owners across Washington State face rising costs, tightened access to capital, and growing burnout, Black-Owned Business Excellence (BOBE) will host its 7th Annual Symposium at the Seattle Public Library , convening entrepreneurs, financial institutions, and ecosystem leaders for a full-day public gathering focused on sustainability, access, and long-term business survival. The 2026 theme, “Power Moves: Beyond Boundaries —

One pint of donated blood can save up to three lives OLYMPIA – Two of the three regional blood banks serving Washington state are facing a severe blood shortage due to the lingering effects from heavy rains and floods in December, combined with a slowdown in donations. The shortage is especially bad for Type O blood and platelets, which are in high demand for emergency treatments, surgeries, and other life-saving procedures. Both Bloodworks Northwest and the American Red Cro

The Seattle Seahawks have punched their ticket to Super Bowl LVIII — and the 12s are ready to roar! From the first snap to the final whistle, this team showed heart, grit, and championship fire. Let’s rally behind our Hawks and show the world what Seattle pride looks like. Congratulations to the Seahawks — the journey continues, and the 12s are right there with you!

The annual prayer breakfast is the kickoff event for their 84th anniversary celebrations. Reverend Dr. Julie Vaughn, president of the Mount Zion Baptist Church Women's Ministry announced this year's theme, Empowering Women in Faith through Praise and Prayer which will focus on the scriptures, Jeremiah: 29:11 and Proverbs: 31:30. Sister Chelsea Riddick-Most, an Emmy Award winning producer will serve as the Mistress of Ceremonies, ensuring a meaningful experience for all atten

Telebupe Hotline brings rapid, low-barrier care to people statewide OLYMPIA – People across Washington now have an easier way to get help for opioid use disorder. The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) is partnering with the University of Washington (UW) to expand the Washington Telebuprenorphine (Telebupe) Hotline statewide. Washington residents can now access same-day medical treatment via phone or video no matter where they live in the state by calling 206-2

The outbreak includes three children in Snohomish County. Additionally, one individual in Kittitas County has tested positive for measles. DOH urges vaccination as measles surges nationally OLYMPIA – The Washington State Department of Health (DOH) confirmed a measles outbreak in Snohomish County – the first in the state since 2023 – with three unvaccinated children ages 23 months to 9 years testing positive for the highly contagious disease. The outbreak comes as measles c

Some Neighborhoods to Experience One-Day Service Delay SEATTLE (January 15, 2026) – In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, some Seattle Public Utilities (SPU) solid waste customers will be on a one-day delayed collection schedule during the week of Monday, January 19, 2026. This adjustment is due to a Recology–Teamsters labor agreement that recognizes the holiday as a non-service day. Seattle Public Utilities and the City of Seattle support recognition of this holida

Buses will operate overnight between SeaTac/Airport and Downtown Seattle Sound Transit announced today that a pilot overnight bus route between SeaTac and downtown Seattle will enter service on March 28. This new service will operate about every 30 minutes between 12 a.m. and 4 a.m. “This overnight pilot will ensure 24- hour transit access from Seattle to the airport,” said Sound Transit CEO Dow Constantine. “While our proposed regional overnight bus network is still

Washington schools observe Temperance and Good Citizenship Day OLYMPIA – On Friday, Jan. 16, Washington public schools observe Temperance and Good Citizenship Day, a day dedicated to encouraging young people to get civically engaged and registered to vote.The Office of the Secretary of State (OSOS) and the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) partner to emphasize the importance of voter registration for students. The Future Voter Program supports this goal,

Public events begin at MOHAI with a History Café focused on earthquake risk and the dangers of unreinforced masonry buildings SEATTLE – As Seattle approaches the 25 th anniversary of the 2001 Nisqually earthquake, the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections (SDCI) is partnering with the Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI), Historic South Downtown, and the Pacific Northwest Seismic Network (PNSN) to kick off a month of public conversations about earthquakes, r

Buses replace T Line trains for rail replacement work at South 21 st Street and Pacific Avenue Buses will replace T Line trains across the entire alignment from Tacoma Dome to St. Joseph Station from 6:12 p.m. Tuesday. Jan. 20 until the end of service Friday, Jan. 23. Saturday, Jan. 24 is being held as a contingency day should the planned work run over schedule. This work will replace two broken rails. During the work, passersby may see and hear concrete cutting and o

The Washington State Department of Commerce is inviting community members to join Local Advisory Teams (LATs). These teams will help decide how Community Reinvestment Program (CRP) funding is used to support local violence prevention efforts. As a LAT member, you’ll have real influence over funding decisions. LATs will help oversee $7 million in violence prevention funding for: Mentorship programs for youth and young adults (ages 14–24) Help with school, job training and c

MLK Youth Impact Forum – January 17, 2025 The MLK Youth Impact Forum is an energizing community gathering designed to uplift youth leadership, creativity, and collective action. Centered on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., this program brings together young people, community leaders, and advocates to explore how justice-driven movements are built, sustained, and carried forward across generations. The program will feature an engaging panel conversation with Komalpree

Don't miss the chance to connect with valuable employment and resource opportunities at our in-person event! Event Details - Event Location: Garfield High School, 400 23rd Ave, Seattle, WA What you can expect: Employment Opportunities Community Partners Career Pathway Training Resume Support Raffle Prizes Attending Vendors Include (please note vendors are subject to change due to unforeseeable reasons). Sound Transit Port of Seattle Seattle Public Utilities Puget Sound Ele

Reparations: WHY We Can’t Wait Why can’t reparations in WA state and King County wait? As we get started with 2026, our reparations season always begins with celebrating Dr Martin Luther Jr’s Birthday at our Thurs Jan 15 Coalition Meeting and doing the annual MLK rally on Monday January 19. More details below and don’t miss the community announcement section at the end. The year is off to a powerful start. SAARC Coalition Meeting Thursday January 15 6:30pm Washington State

Every year, we do what we can to tell our civic leaders that Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream is alive and well. Join us for this outdoor, masked, and social-distanced event #mlkseattle * The exact march route will be shared publicly the morning of due to concerns for safety and security. *MLK Day Transportation - after the downtown rally, buses and shuttles will be available to bring community members back up to Garfield. Please follow directions from the event marshals/leads

Buses replace Link 1 Line trains between Stadium and Mount Baker stations during late night hours this Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday Buses will replace 1 Line trains between Stadium and Mount Baker stations during late night hours on Jan. 13, 14, and 15 to accommodate planned monthly maintenance work. Passengers should plan ahead and expect around 45 minutes of increased travel time. During the work, 1 Line trains will continue operating between Lynnwood and Stadium a

The Port of Seattle’s SKPCF Economic Opportunities for Communities (EOC) RFP for Partnership Track application is coming March 2026. Upcoming community information sessions will provide updates about the program and what to expect throughout the application process. The sessions are open to the public, and the same information will be shared at each session. Choose the session that works best for you! Information sessions (hosted by the Port of Seattle) Tuesday, January 2

Register today to attend this free one-hour online training Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. PST Find out who is subject to the tax Learn how to determine your tax liability Understand tax filing requirements Ask questions about the tax filing and payment process Please be aware that written communications and webinar registration information - including email addresses, names, and business affiliations - are potentially subject to public disclosure, in whole or in p

Pastoral Vacancy Announcement Paradise Baptist Church, a vibrant and spirit‑led congregation located in Seattle Washington, is prayerfully seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and visionary Pastor to lead us into our next chapter of ministry. We Are Seeking a Pastor Who: Demonstrates a deep, personal relationship with Jesus Christ Has ministerial and/or theological education Preaches and teaches the Word with clarity, conviction, and relevance Provides pastoral care with e