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Seattle Medium
16 minutes
Finding Fellowship: How A Black Maryland Community Bridged Racial Divides
Jacob Green, a memoirist, documentary filmmaker, and former Obama staffer, has launched significant initiatives to preserve the history of a historically Black community in Maryland. His documentary, 'Finding Fellowship,' and memoir, 'Too Precious to Lose,' serve as a tribute to the past, offering crucial lessons on unity and reconciliation while highlighting the imperative of safeguarding historical narratives against displacement and demographic shifts.
Seattle Medium
18 minutes
The Algorithm May Not See You
The increasing reliance on AI mental health chatbots, notably among Black Americans and young adults, has drawn warnings from researchers concerning their potential to deliver inaccurate, misleading, or dangerous advice, and to exacerbate existing racial biases.
Seattle Medium
31 minutes
Americans View Obama Far More Positively Than Trump Or Biden, CNN Poll Finds
Former President Barack Obama maintains his status as the most popular living president, with a recent CNN poll revealing a 57% favorability rating among Americans, significantly exceeding the 34% for Donald Trump and 30% for Joe Biden.
West Seattle Blog
about 1 hour
USA vs. Australia politicians’ soccer match in West Seattle, dance/drum conference, music, trivia, more for your West Seattle Thursday!
Thanks to Theresa Arbow-O’Connor. for the photo – it’s soccer mania everywhere this week! Including in our highlights for today/tonight, from the WSB West Seattle Event Calendar (where you’ll find even more – thanks to everyone who sends events for us to share!): FREE PLAYSPACE: Church of the Nazarene‘s free drop-in space is open until […]
West Seattle Blog
about 2 hours
WEST SEATTLE CRIME WATCH: About Wednesday’s early-morning pursuit
Several readers asked about a police pursuit in West Seattle around 3:30 am Wednesday. We couldn’t find evidence of a pursuit-level incident starting or ending here. Now we know why – it didn’t start or end here, but had a high-speed detour through here. A detail in this SPD summary solved the mystery, and gave […]
Seattle Medium
about 2 hours
Black Representation: 1776–2026. 250 Years of Leadership, Citizenship, And Black Civic Engagement
Juneteenth commemorates the enduring struggle for Black freedom, emphasizing the imperative of civic engagement, voter participation, and leadership to honor the legacy of those who advanced these fundamental rights.
Seattle Medium
about 3 hours
America At 250: Patriotism Without Truth Is Propaganda
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, a comprehensive historical reckoning is advocated, highlighting the centuries-long struggle of Black people and other marginalized communities to expand democratic ideals, and prioritizing an honest engagement with the nation's past over purely celebratory narratives.
Seattle Medium
about 5 hours
From Access To Ownership: The Evolving Fight For Equity In Seattle
Black leaders in Seattle are advocating for spatial justice, which emphasizes ownership of land, housing, and community assets as a means of achieving lasting equity and ensuring that future generations benefit from the value their communities help create.
West Seattle Blog
about 5 hours
TRAFFIC, WEATHER, TRANSIT: Thursday notes
6:00 AM: Good morning! It’s Thursday, June 18, 2026. As detailed below, mostly regular schedules today – but tomorrow will see changes for the USA-Australia FIFA World Cup match in Seattle and the Juneteenth holiday. WEATHER + SUNRISE/SUNSET Three days until summer’s officially arrival with the solstice moment at 1:24 this Sunday morning. Today’s forecast […]
Seattle Medium
about 5 hours
Hidden Dangers: What You Should Know Before Heading To The Water This Summer
King County has experienced 135 unintentional drowning deaths from 2018-2022, with cold water shock, fast-moving currents, and silent drowning being some of the hidden dangers of Pacific Northwest waterways that can be avoided with proper safety precautions.
City Cast Seattle
about 8 hours
How Can We Make Seattle Streets Safer for Cyclists? Plus, the Futures of Harborview and Harbor Island
Today on the podcast, Jane C. Hu is joined by contributors Ryan Packer and Chase Hutchinson to discuss some of their recent work. The trio discusses the latest from Ryan on Harborview Hospital’s expansion, and how costs have pushed its opening by 3 years. They also talk about the recent death of Maridee Bonadea, a 76-year-old cyclist who was struck in West Seattle, and how we can make Seattle streets safer. Finally, Chase brings the news that Harbor Island Studios has been saved for one more year, but the future is uncertain. Finally, in our Neighbors-only bonus, Sam, Liam, and Jane talk about their weekend plans, which, for some reason, include egging Liam’s house? Learn more about the sponsors of this June 18th episode: Washington State Fair Seattle Art Museum Argosy Cruises Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.
West Seattle Blog
about 13 hours
VIDEO: Congratulations, West Seattle High School Class of 2026!
The second ceremony in tonight’s graduation doubleheader concluded at McCaw Hall downtown about half an hour ago – the West Seattle High School Class of 2026 is heading into their post-high-school future. Above is our video of the tassel turn and cap toss – lots more video and photos to come in the hours ahead.