In a move that's been anticipated since she helped France win the Silver medal in the 2024 Olympics, the Seattle Storm have officially signed forward Gabby Williams in a deal made a few days after they released point guard Kiana Williams.

Umoja Fest 2024 was a celebration of Black culture, creativity, and community spirit in Seattle's Central District. One of the highlights of the festival was the parade, a spectacular showcase of Black pride and heritage.

Jerry ‘Peg’ Pegues, also known as DJ Peg, represents what Northwest music is all about. More than just a DJ, DJ Peg is a staple in Seattle’s hip-hop scene, hosting and having hosted major events at monumental venues. This has gained him support from local artists whose music is featured on his mixtapes. As the FAM Northwest 2014 DJ of the Year, Seattle Sound Music Awards 2015 Mixtape of the Year winner, and Seattle Sound Music Awards 2019 DJ of the Year, DJ Peg has earned ultimate respect throughout the community. 

In a recent episode of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday had the pleasure of welcoming a very special guest to the set—her son, Ajani Dickerson. Together, they discussed Ajani's experience as a cast member in this year's Teen Summer Musical at Benaroya Hall. Now in his second year with the production, Ajani's enthusiasm shone through as he shared his insights into the friendships, mentorship, and dedication that fuel the show's journey to the stage.

On a recent episode of The Day with Trae, Converge's signature Menopause Mentor, Danyale Thomas, tuned in to highlight the often-overlooked cognitive effects of menopause. For decades, women experiencing symptoms like insomnia, mood swings, and brain fog were often dismissed by healthcare providers, told that these issues were "all in their heads." Thomas explained that new scientific research is finally validating the experiences of countless women, confirming that "menopause brain" is very real.

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.