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Wings soar over Storm for 76-65 win despite Loyd’s 31 points
The Seattle Storm returned home to Climate Pledge Arena, falling to the Dallas Wings in a physical decided in the paint as both teams had run-ins with the officiating taking place during this game.
Mariners find a sprinkle of Chaos Ball, comeback to beat Red Sox and take important series
Fresh off the MLB Trade Deadline, the Seattle Mariners continue a hot summer as they took a series win over the Boston Red Sox with a victory in this ballgame that saw the offense come alive late after starter Logan Gilbert did a job well enough to keep his team in the ballgame.
Hip Hop 50 and Fashion Show set to Uplift Music and Culture at Pier 62
Converge Media is an official sponsor of Hip Hop 50 at Seattle's iconic Pier 62 on August 12th from 12 - 8 pm.
#Back2Besa - Catch A Sneak Peak of The UpNUp Podcast’s 100th Episode
One of the Pacific Northwest’s biggest podcasts is celebrating a major milestone next week, and our Besa Gordon got a sneak peak of what listeners can expect.
Boston blasts Bryce Miller, Mariners continue to struggle with runners in scoring position, snapping 4-game win streak
After the MLB Trade Deadline had passed, the Seattle Mariners fell to the Boston Red Sox as starting pitcher Bryce Miller struggled in his outing, surrendering all six of the runs Boston scored, while the Mariners offense struggled once again with runners in scoring position.
Cal crushes, Mariners get insurance runs late to beat Red Sox in first game of series as trade deadline looms
The Seattle Mariners, a day before the MLB Trade Deadline, took their series opener over the Boston Red Sox. Boston’s a team ahead of Seattle in the current Wild Card race, and the Mariners have a huge chance to make up ground during this series, as well as with the trade deadline taking place tomorrow.
Seattle’s Sewald return: Looking at who the Mariners got back in their trade with the Diamondbacks
After the dust had settled from the trade that sent closer Paul Sewald to the Arizona Diamondbacks, the Seattle Mariners have three young and athletic bats that should be able to help the organization in the now and for years to come. We take a look at those three names in this piece.
Sea Us Wald, no more: Mariners trade reliever Paul Sewald to Diamondbacks for three young, athletic bats
The biggest trade that the Seattle Mariners made ahead of the 2023 MLB Trade Deadline was sending away their closer and potential best development story in Paul Sewald. The trade net the Mariners three young, athletic bats that the team hopes will help them now and for years to come.
Bite Of Seattle 2023 - Back2Besa
The Bite Of Seattle returned this year following a hiatus to the pandemic. Widely regarded as one of the top food festivals in the United States, the Bite featured over 100 vendors and 50 musical artists. We sent our Besa Gordon and her TV in search of Black businesses at the Bite and they found a handful including Jumping Jambalaya, Kenyan Kitchen, Boss of Sea Moss, Glory Bucha, Ma and Pops, and more.
Blast From The Past: Vanishing Seattle Exhibit Brings Iconic Seattle Signs to the Public
The Vanishing Seattle exhibit at Railspur is a blast from the past for Seattleites young and old. Featuring signage from historic Seattle businesses, many of which are no longer around, it’s a trip down memory lane for many. We were at the opening of the exhibit last Friday to check it out and speak with Cynthia Brothers of Vanishing Seattle.
Prioritizing Black Mental Health at the Therapy Fund Foundation’s Reclaiming Wellness Event Creates Impact
The Therapy Fund Foundation hosted their first annual reclaiming wellness event built to help the Black community build healthy self-care habits and discuss mental health challenges. Converge Media was a proud sponsor of the event at Green River College, which featured keynote speaker Dr. Uché Blackstock, the founder and CEO of Advancing Health Equity.
Leagues Cup letdown: Sounders got off to hot start, but fire quickly stomped out as Monterrey wins, 4-2
The Seattle Sounders were bounced from the 2023 Leagues Cup with their loss to Monterrey, despite the Sounders scoring twice within the first six minutes of the match. Seattle’s frustrations during the current year continue, as they remain in search of answers for their own issues.
Noah Fant comes off Physically Unable to Perform list ahead of contract year
The Seattle Seahawks activated tight end Noah Fant off the Physically Unable to Perform list on the fifth day of Training Camp workouts, ahead of a potentially big season for the former Bronco as he enters a contract year.
Balcer’s penalty pushes Reign to win over Wave, clinching Challenge Cup’s West Division
The OL Reign clinched the West division of the 2023 UKG Challenge Cup behind another clean sheet and Bethany Balcer’s penalty goal in the 71st minute. Without their 8 international players currently at the World Cup, the Reign grinded out a tight victory to earn themselves an automatic bid to the semifinals of this years Challenge Cup.
Welcome Back - Deaunte Damper returns to host The Day With Trae next week
Community leader, activist and personality Deaunte Damper makes his return to Converge Media as he’s set to fill in for Trae Holiday next week on The Day With Trae. Damper is the host of We Live In Color (which is currently between seasons) on the Converge Media Network and brings with him his unique blend of empathy, humor and knowledge.
South Seattle Emerald Welcomes Rosette Royale as New Managing Editor
The South Seattle Emerald is delighted to announce the appointment of Rosette Royale as our first full-time Managing Editor. Royale is set to join the team on August 14th, 2023. Their hiring marks a significant addition to the already talented and dedicated newsroom.
New Chief Health Officer/Chief Medical Officer at Community Health Plan of Washington (CHPW) to Lead Whole-Person Care Delivery
Community Health Plan of Washington (CHPW), the not-for-profit Washington-based managed-care organization, has hired Demetria Malloy, MD, MSHS as the new Chief Health Officer/Chief Medical Officer.
Central District Leaders Push Back Against Proposed Off-Leash Dog Park at Powell Barnett
Powell Barnett Park in the Central District is a peaceful place that neighbors use for play, exercise, family gatherings and more.
But that tranquility could come to an end. Seattle Parks and Recreation is considering installing a fenced-in, off-leash dog park in an open, grassy section of the park—right next to a picnic area.
Julie-C Joins Erik Kalligraphy to Discuss On The Block
Special guest host Erik Kalligraphy sits down with Julie-C, the Co-Founder of Forever Safe Spaces, to talk about the monthly creative market place "On the Block" that happens in the heart of the Capitol Hill neighborhood every second Saturday through October.