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Somali and Oromo Families Shape Toolkit for Culturally Rooted Early Learning

A new Pathways to Progress Alliance toolkit helps Somali and Oromo families and providers bring culture, memory, and ancestral wisdom into early learning.

House History: The Mission Revival speakeasy mystery

Sometimes referred to as the Speakeasy House, here’s a rundown of the history of the 1924 Mission Revival house at 503 North 42nd St. from local historian Valarie Bunn. You can also read more here about the house from the Seattle Department of Neighborhoods. 503 North 42nd Street (Celdon F. Martin House) The house at […]

Fear of ICE Is Changing How Local Immigrants Seek Health Care

Local advocates say fear of ICE is reshaping health care choices for immigrant families, from skipped prenatal visits to delayed emergency care.

Rainier Beach Forum Turns Tense Over Community Passageways Cuts

A Rainier Beach public safety forum turned emotional as neighbors questioned cuts to Community Passageways and what they mean for South Seattle youth.

Final phase of B.F. Day windows project underway

If you’ve walked past B.F. Day Elementary recently, you’ve probably noticed that the historic school is now wrapped in protective plastic sheeting and plywood from roofline to sidewalk. The sight marks a major milestone for the $5.8 million window replacement project that Fremont Neighbor has been following since spring 2025. After prep work last summer, […]

DOOM LOOP: Gettin' Stuff Done!

Counclimembers share their ideas for the mayor's Transit Measure.

The Roundup: Black Panthers Had It Right — Feed All Kids

In this week's edition of The Roundup, Mike Davis talks to Councilmember Dionne Foster and Mayor Katie Wilson about free meals for schoolchildren.

Fremont events July 22-25

Here’s some good stuff happening in the neighborhood:  July 22: Trans/Nonbinary Craft Evening Sabina is hosting a crafting night for trans and nonbinary folks at Ophelia’s Books, 3504 Fremont Ave N. Bring your own project or make repurposed book-page envelopes — supplies provided (small donation for materials requested). Cis friends and family welcome too. All […]

Indigenous Violence Survivors See Fewer Services After Federal Cuts

PHOTO ESSAY | Soccer Fans in Seattle Feel the Love — and Heartbreak — of World Cup

Photographer Susan Fried captured soccer fans enjoying World Cup games across the South End.

Public meetings this week on Green Lake community center redesign

Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting two public meetings this week to share design updates on the Green Lake Community Center rebuild and gather community input. The meetings are tonight, Wednesday, July 15, from 5:30 to 7 p.m., and Saturday, July 18, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Both are at the Green Lake Community Center, […]

Jordan Alam and Gloria Huh Offer Ways to Resist the 'Seattle Freeze'

Ahead of their July 16 live podcast event, therapists Jordan Alam and Gloria Huh unpack how race, vulnerability, and fear shape the "Seattle Freeze."