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British lawmaker fatally shot; EU referendum campaigns suspended

by Reuters
Jo Cox was a rising star in the Labour Party and an advocate for Britain remaining in the European Union. The motive for the attack was not yet known.
Jun 16, 2016

The importance of the local in Global Health education

by Anu Aryal
The classroom is the right place to practice the importance of local community input when it comes to international aid.

How a whiter Seattle creates more education inequities

by Wayne Au
Seattle has the fifth largest test score gap between black and white students. Education reform alone won't close that gap, says Wayne Au.
The Muzio family drove down from Kamloops to catch a glimpse of Lionel Messi. Copa America action continues Thursaday at CenturyLink with U.S. vs. Ecuador. (Photo by Yiting Lim)

Pan-American soccer fanatics converge on Seattle for Copa America

by Gregory Scruggs
The whole tournament may be a bit of a gimmick, but Copa America is giving Seattle a chance to prove we're one of the best soccer cities in the hemisphere.
Jun 15, 2016

Hollis Wong-Wear to host The Globies on October 14

by DJ Martinez
Tickets are on sale now for the most energetic, quirky, feel-good fundraising event in Seattle: The 2016 Globies!
Spectrum Dance Theater performs Donald Byrd's "The Minstrel Show Revisited." (Photo by Nate Watters)

Spectrum’s #RACEish series talks about blackness through dance

by Reagan Jackson
Spectrum Dance Theater's #RACEish series, which concludes with "The Minstrel Show," opens challening conversations about race through the medium of dance.

Threats to Seattle mosque leads to arrest

by Venice Buhain
The alleged threat to Idris Mosque comes two days after a threat was made against the Muslim Association of Puget Sound's mosque in Redmond.
Jun 14, 2016
MAPS (The Muslim Association of Puget Sound) in Redmond is bracing for a possible anti-Islam rally Saturday. (Photo by Varisha Khan)

Redmond mosque receives threat, boosts security for Ramadan

by Venice Buhain
Redmond Police reported that it received a possible threat directed to the Muslim Association of Puget Sound Sunday night.
Angeles Solis at a Foundation for Healthy Generations event in Rainier Beach. (Photo by Esmy Jimenez)

Seattle’s Smartest Global Women: Angeles Solis

by Esmy Jimenez
Organizing is personal for Eastern Washington transplant Angeles Solis, who's been trailblazing her way through in Seattle’s labor rights scene.
Jun 13, 2016
The vigil at Cal Anderson park for the victims of the Orlando mass shooting. (Photo by Alex Garland)

Systemic racism and misogyny are killing Queer and Trans People of Color every day

by DJ Martinez
Violence against Queer and Trans People of Color didn’t start in Orlando on Saturday, and it won’t end there.

Calls for unity at Seattle vigil after Orlando mass shooting

by Chloe Collyer
About 1,000 people gathered at Cal Anderson Park Sunday night, to show solidarity with the victims of a mass shooting in Orlando.

“Jazz Intoxication” immersed audience in Washington Hall history

by Monica Thomas
Washington Hall launches its new community space with "Jazz Intoxication" immersive theater experience.

What’s the rush? Students in Finland embrace the gap year

by Susanne Salmi
In Finland, the gap year before (or during) college isn't just for the elite. Many young Finns benefit from a short break in studies.
Jun 10, 2016

New fellowship aims to diversify a very white global philanthropy field

by Sarah Stuteville
There’s no denying the power of purse strings. Those who control money control much of the world. And that’s as true for charity work as it is for politics or business. Here in Seattle, home to powerhouses like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, we understand the global influence of foundation giving. But despite its […]

Seattle residents question proposed police North Precinct ‘bunker,’ $160M price tag

by Venice Buhain
Critics called the proposed North Precinct an unnecessary expansion of policing, but Chief Kathleen O'Toole says the north end has growing needs.
Jun 8, 2016

6/23 workshop: Photo and video skills with pro, Jovelle Tamayo!

by Christina Twu
Strengthen your photo and video skills at our next June 23rd workshop with photojournalist Jovelle Tamayo!
(Photo by Ian Terry)

Is Tukwila really the most dangerous city in America?

by Goorish Wibneh
Local officials are calling bull on a recent report that identified Tukwila as the most dangerous city in America.
Jun 7, 2016

SeaTac Muslims, interfaith leaders criticize idea of ‘tactical map’

by Venice Buhain
Residents, interfaith leaders spoke out after an investigation uncovered an attempt at religious profiling of Muslims in the city of SeaTac.
Thanks to Bernie Sanders' economic equality platform more young people are identifying themselves as socialists. (Photo by Katie Anastas)

Thanks to Bernie, socialism is no longer a dirty word

by Katie Anastas
The lasting legacy of the Sanders campaign may be a more positive perception of socialism among young American voters.
Jun 6, 2016

Free income for all? Swiss say ‘no thanks’

by Reuters
Swiss voters rejected by a wide margin on Sunday a proposal to introduce a guaranteed basic income for everyone.