The Facts Newspaper, a cornerstone of Seattle's Black community, has been in publication since the 1960s. Founded by Fitzgerald Beaver, The Facts was created to fill the gap left by the daily paper and to center the Black experience in Seattle.

Seattle, get ready to groove. AFROPUNK takes over Pier 62 on Sept 7th with amazing music, food, and community vibes. Don't miss out on this year’s AFROPUNK!

The Seattle Storm have started out their three-game road trip with back-to-back losses, in the first set of games since the Olympic break ended, as they were unable to handle a late outburst in the 4th quarter by the Indiana Fever.

The Donaldson family recently gathered to honor their matriarch, Anna (Smalley) Donaldson, at Evergreen Cemetery in Everett, Washington. Born in Alabama in 1856, Anna, along with her husband Jessee and their eight children, migrated to the Pacific Northwest in the 1890s. The Donaldsons are among the Roslyn Black Pioneers, part of a significant migration of Black families from the South and Midwest who were recruited to break white union coal miners' strikes.

August is National Black Business Month, and we're excited to announce the first round of winners for the Back2Besa Black Business Uplift! Congratulations to Luam, Davis, and Kay! We can’t wait to share your stories soon on Back2Besa.

The Seattle Sounders FC saw their 2024 Leagues Cup run ended in the quarterfinals round, as once again this year the Rave Green were bested convincingly by LAFC.

Yesterday, Seattle City Councilmember Tammy Morales sat down with Shae Huppert, the ASB President at Garfield High School, and Ryan Croone, a Youth Community Advocate, to discuss mental health funding and youth involvement in Seattle.

Wynn Records presents Throwback Summer Festival featuring live performances by GRAMMY nominated singer, songwriter, and actress Keyshia Cole and GRAMMY nominated rapper The Game. Throwback Summer Festival will also include performances by Boosie, Plies, and Too $hort.

Project Girl, founded by Olympia Edwards, is a mentoring program based in Lynwood, Washington, that provides a fun and interactive space for young women of color to learn and grow. The organization offers eight different programs, including after-school and summer programs, counseling, mentoring, and junior and senior programs.

TraeAnna Holiday joined Good Day Seattle host Erin Mayovsky to preview this weekend's exciting episode of Back2Besa. We're continuing to celebrate National Black Business Month by shining a spotlight on Black-owned businesses in the Pacific Northwest, starting with a special feature on Seattle's long-standing Black-owned media company, The Facts Newspaper.

In the latest episode of We Live in Color, host Deaunte Damper engages in a compelling conversation with Nirae Petty, a dynamic young leader and equity analyst with deep roots in Seattle's community. Born and raised in 206, Petty shares insights into her early life, the significance of her family's legacy, and her journey to building a career focused on engaging and uplifting Seattle's diverse neighborhoods.

In a recent episode of The Day with Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with Jeff Gray, the innovative mind behind Lean Revisions, a company dedicated to helping organizations improve efficiency and optimize their operations. The conversation delved into the journey of Lean Revisions and Gray’s commitment to bringing his expertise from major corporations to the community level.

Tamica Gant, a dynamic entrepreneur and registered nurse, recently appeared on The Day with Trae to discuss her impactful work in healthcare. Tamica, who graduated from Seattle University in 2015, was inspired to pursue a career in nursing by her experiences caring for her grandmother and encouragement from a black nurse during that time.

Mikayla Weary, a film major at Dillard University in New Orleans, shares her insightful experience as a production intern at Converge Media. Working on The Day With Trae, Mikayla found the internship to be an invaluable hands-on learning opportunity. Unlike traditional film school, which often focuses heavily on theoretical knowledge, this internship allowed her to dive straight into the field.

In a recent episode of We Live In Color, host Deaunte Damper interviewed Tiffany Wilson, known for her powerful voice and presence throughout Seattle's soul music scene. Wilson, known for her deep-rooted connection to neo-soul and gospel, talked with Damper about her start, career, and current standing in Seattle's bustling music scene.

Chris Gambol, also known as Note Work, has navigated the worlds of music and digital media with remarkable passion and adaptability. Starting in the late 1980s during hip-hop's Golden Era, Gambol began writing rhymes and honing his skills, influenced by the legendary artists of the time. His dedication led to the formation of the group Narcotik, under the umbrella of Tribal Productions, a collective that significantly impacted Seattle's music scene.

Recently on The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomed Steven Sawyer, an influential figure in the Black Pride movement, to discuss the origins and goals of Black Pride events. Sawyer began by expressing gratitude for being on the show and sharing his personal journey. "I'm a southern boy," he said, "a third-generation preacher from Alexandria, Louisiana." His upbringing centered around community engagement, which inspired his work in the Pacific Northwest.

Mount Zion Baptist Church has been the spiritual and cultural fabric that knits my family’s history to Seattle, spanning back six generations. On July 20th, I had the opportunity to honor this legacy by hosting my very first book signing and documentary screening at this historic church.

Besa Gordon, the beloved host of Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle, has officially renewed her contract with the network for a second season. This exciting news comes as Besa is in the midst of taking a temporary break from the show to focus on her health, demonstrating FOX 13's unwavering belief in her and the show's potential. 

Dei’Marlon Scisney, an Analytics and AI/ML specialist, recently appeared on Trae Holiday’s show, The Day with Trae, discussing his work with HLP Technologies. Scisney, who has lived in Seattle for 3.5 years, focuses on scaling businesses owned by BIPOC, women, and LGBTQ individuals.