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WIB Panel: Black Men Shouldn’t Do ‘This Man Thing’ Alone

Black men are grappling with a profound mental health crisis, rooted in generational trauma, the pressures of toxic masculinity, and pervasive systemic racism. Efforts to mitigate this crisis emphasize the critical roles of self-love, robust brotherhood networks, and accessible therapeutic support.

From Prison to Purpose: Transforming Re-entry In San Francisco

Bayron Wilson, co-founder and chief operating officer of Urban Alchemy, is spearheading a transformative effort to redefine the societal narrative surrounding formerly incarcerated individuals. His San Francisco-based nonprofit, a leading employer of justice-impacted people, provides essential employment, housing, and critical services to unhoused residents and communities in crisis.

Most Christians Want To Give Consistently. Few Actually Do

A new national study by the faith-based giving platform Givelify has identified a significant gap in Christian donor behavior, revealing that while 95% aspire to consistent financial contributions, only 30% currently meet this standard, even amidst economic uncertainty. This disparity presents challenges for churches and community ministries, particularly the Black church, which plays a vital role in addressing social and economic disparities.

Jim Clyburn’s Warning: America Risks Sliding Back To Racial Terror

Rep. James Clyburn has warned that America risks sliding backward toward the post-Reconstruction era, a period of brutal racial tyranny and voter suppression, as evidenced by the recent Supreme Court decision to gut Black voting rights and President Trump's dismantling of civil rights protections.

Pop Loser: Smash Your Cell Phone, Bring Your Binoculars

Welcome back to Pop Loser! This week, the former CEO of the Onion bought the Crocodile (good news, I think!), Phoebe Bridgers says “no phones” at her upcoming tour, and Madonna opened a dance floor in the middle of Times Square. I will share dispatches from the Bob Dylan concert. Plus, I’ll let you in […] The post Pop Loser: Smash Your Cell Phone, Bring Your Binoculars appeared first on The Stranger.

Crocodile Security Staff Organize After Sale of Venue

Today the Crocodile’s security employees announced the creation of a new workers’ organization, Crocodile Solidarity Collective (aka Croc Solid). This move comes on the heels of Comedy Tent buying the entertainment venue. In a press release, Croc Solid laid out its goals. Following productive meetings with the new ownership team, Croc security staff are united […] The post Crocodile Security Staff Organize After Sale of Venue appeared first on The Stranger.

So Real

The first time I witnessed Lars Bergquist at work was 10 years ago. He was making large paintings on paper that would go up around the city with wheatpaste. At the time, he was housesitting a friend’s apartment on Capitol Hill in one of those titanic, old buildings with vast carpeted stairwells. Art had taken […] The post So Real appeared first on The Stranger.

Slog AM: Seattle City Council Puts the Brakes on Data Centers, Katie Wilson Getting Busy for the Sonics Return, Graham Platner Wins Maine’s Democratic Senate Primary

The previous decade obviously gave Seattle a spectacular construction boom, which transformed its skyline dramatically. This decade, on the other hand, might give us a completely different kind of boom: the transportation, by public means, of millions of people around the city. In April, the month after Cross Connection opened, Link experienced an astonishing 46 […] The post Slog AM: Seattle City Council Puts the Brakes on Data Centers, Katie Wilson Getting Busy for the Sonics Return, Graham Platner Wins Maine’s Democratic Senate Primary appeared first on The Stranger.

Do You Agree With Mayor Wilson’s Proposal To Increase Taxes For Public Transportation?

People have expressed their opposition to raising taxes on public transportation, with some suggesting taxing billionaires instead, while others believe that raising taxes without raising salaries is unfair.

Are Black People Being Left Behind By AI?

Black communities should not shy away from AI, but instead learn to use it as a tool to shape the future and demand accountability from corporations.

More Than 125,000 Washington Residents Living With Dementia, Experts Urge Connection And Support

The University of Washington Memory and Brain Wellness Center offers a variety of programs designed to connect individuals and families with resources, education and support to help those living with dementia and their caregivers navigate the journey together.