The seventh annual Seattle Black College Expo recently took place at Rainier Beach High School, offering a wealth of opportunities for students to explore historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and other educational institutions. The event featured over 50 colleges, providing on-the-spot acceptance for some attendees, and included the presence of black-owned businesses and organizations.

The town hall will combine education and open conversation. A panel of subject experts and individuals with lived experience will discuss various aspects of HIV in Black communities. Topics will include prevention, treatment, advocacy, and the social factors that contribute to the ongoing impact of HIV.

Arte Noir stands as a cultural cornerstone in Seattle's Central District, celebrating Black art and creativity. This black art specialty shop and fine arts gallery, founded by respected local figure Vivian Phillips and managed by her daughter Jazmyn Scott, serves as a vibrant showcase for the talents of the Black community.

In his interview with Trae Holiday, La’Keith Asphy owner of Presidential Transportation shared the inspiring story of his transportation business's expansion, speaking about the pride of owning commercial vehicles with his name on them, a rarity among Black business owners. Asphy detailed his company's growth from a small limo service to a fleet including luxury coaches and party buses.

#SupportBlackBusiness - Stephanie Morales is looking to fight gentrification through community ownership. Her business, Made Space Seattle, is a local event and art space rooted in support for Black creatives. Originally an artist herself, Morales has taken on the role of manager, fundraiser, program coordinator, and everything in between — often falling back on her artist income to keep the business running.

#SupportBlackBuiness - During her interview on The Day With Trae with Trae Holiday, Laura Clise, the founder of Intentionalist, shared her inspiring journey and shed light on the impactful work Intentionalist is doing to support Black-owned businesses in the greater Seattle area. 

Seattle’s music scene showed up and showed out at Legendary AF, bringing together artists, producers, and creatives for a night of connection and culture. Held at Xanadu Studios, the event gave both rising and established talent a space to link up, collaborate, and celebrate the growing movement of PNW music.

#SupportBlackBusiness - No one knows the Northwest of the Northwest like Tony Robinson, the owner and sole operator of the charter company Bellingham’s Luxury Tours. Built from his own love of the Whatcom County area, Bellingham Luxury Tours is Tony’s way of sharing his knowledge and passion with curious locals and tourists.

Buddy's journey began in his brother's kitchen during the COVID-19 pandemic. "We were stuck at home during COVID," Buddy recalls. "I was trying to replicate the KFC recipe, and I ended up with something that basically beat the recipe." Word of Buddy's delicious chicken and waffles spread to his brother's friends, and "Waffle Wednesdays" soon became a weekly event.

Our Seattle Storm have possession of the number two overall selection in this years WNBA draft, and while some thought that they may move on from it after acquiring it in the Jewell Loyd trade, that doesn't appear to be the case.

In her introductory press conference with the Las Vegas Aces, former Seattle Storm guard Jewell Loyd discussed how she views the next chapter of her career and life following the three-team trade that saw her leave the team that drafted her.

About 200 people, including prominent community and religious leaders and elected officials, attended the event. Among them were Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell, Seattle City Councilmembers Joy Hollingsworth and Mark Solomon, State Representative Chipalo Street, former Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best, and leaders from the Seattle School District, including Dr. Brent Jones and Dr. Sarah Pritchard. Additionally, several religious leaders, including Bishop Weatherspoon, Pastor Carey G. Anderson, and several ministers from the Church of God in Christ, were present to show their support.

In a significant victory for members of the Seattle Black Fire Fighters Association (SBFFA), a King County Superior Court judge ruled today that the defendants are in contempt of court and will be sanctioned for illegally selling the SBFFA's historic house and excluding its founding members like Chief Claude Harris..

Seattle is gearing up to celebrate Black History Month in a big way with the "Call to Conscience" Black History Month Museum at the Columbia City Theater. Throughout February 2025, this immersive museum will showcase installations, exhibits, and activities that honor the  achievements and resilience of Seattle's Black community.

Tina Fahnbulleh's passion for cooking began at the tender age of four, leading her on a flavorful journey from Philly to Minnesota and finally to Seattle. Her culinary adventure started with pop-ups and catering gigs, eventually blossoming into the beloved Gold Coast Ghal Kitchen seven years later.

In a move that's been anticipated and was rumored earlier today on the WNBA free agency show on ESPN, our Seattle Storm will be re-signing free agent forward Nneka Ogwumike, as the news was broken by her sister Chiney on Sportscenter.

Besa Gordon hit up Good Day Seattle to rep the Support Black Business campaign—something she and the whole Converge Media squad are serious about. During the segment, Besa talked about the struggles Black-owned businesses are facing. “It really started out earlier this year when we saw a lot of our Black-owned businesses going online and just talking about how they were having a hard time,” Besa shared. “Some were even going out of business. So our quick question was, what can we do to help?”

Besa Gordon pulled up to the Northwest Gumbo Competition to see firsthand how Chef Wally of Seattle Soulfood Kitchen and Chef Red of Come Eat Daddy brought the heat in this epic cookoff! From bold flavors to big ol’ chunks of crab and shrimp, the gumbo was a whole experience.

Via KUOW - What does it take to run a thriving business in Washington? Lately, for a number of business owners around the Sound , the answer seems to be “too much.”

By Besa Gordon - It’s that time of year when we gear up for Seattle Sports Commissions, Sports Star of the Year Awards which is the biggest night in sports for Washington State. And although each year is a big deal, this year is a little different, as it’s their 90th anniversary.