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More than half of Black students in Seattle are not reading at grade level, raising questions about the effectiveness of traditional instruction methods and highlighting the need for evidence-based approaches like structured literacy and diverse educators and tutors.

Janie White has become the first Black woman and Education Support Professional to lead the Washington Education Association, and is committed to advocating for funding, working conditions, and diversity, equity, and inclusion in the state's public schools.

Businesses in Northwest Washington can now apply for refunds on tariffs imposed during the Trump administration after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled the measures unconstitutional.

Black winemakers, distillers, and entrepreneurs gathered in Seattle to celebrate the legacy of John June Lewis Sr., the first Black winery owner in the US, and to build community and visibility in an industry where they have long been underrepresented.

U.S. Sen. Patty Murray (D-Wash.) sharply questioned Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. during a Senate hearing, criticizing the administration’s proposed budget for prioritizing military spending over crucial domestic programs and support for families. Murray highlighted proposed cuts to health initiatives, including the National Institutes of Health, substance use treatment, and mental health services, alongside insufficient investment in child care.

The King County Council has unanimously called for King County Assessor John Arthur Wilson to resign immediately due to domestic violence allegations, court-issued protection orders, and criminal charges, which the council believes have undermined public trust.

Jerome Whittington Page, a pioneering civil rights leader, guided the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle from 1968 to 1979, stabilizing the organization during a pivotal period. His decades-long national career in advocacy established a profound legacy of service and empowerment, expanding opportunities for Black residents in employment, housing, and education across multiple cities.

New findings from the Washington State Department of Transportation indicate that the state's rail system requires substantial upgrades and coordinated efforts to accommodate anticipated growth in both passenger and freight traffic in the coming decades.

The Washington State Attorney General's Office secured $1.5 million in medical debt relief for consumers as part of a settlement with Renton Collections Inc., who allegedly failed to inform recipients of their legal rights.

A community-led effort is underway to reimagine the Pritchard Beach Bath House in South Seattle, with local leaders working to transform the historic site into a space that provides expanded public use and programming shaped by resident input, while honoring the cultural history of the site and promoting physical, mental, and emotional well-being through outdoor activity.