Ahead of the Aug. 4 primary election, King County Elections has expanded voter access by installing five new official ballot drop boxes, bringing the countywide total to 90.
- Khosla family agrees to purchase defending Super Bowl champion Seattle for $9.612B, AP source says
- Joyale changes closure plans, will remain open on weekends after community outcry
- Diverse community rally calls for Mayor Wilson to take down cameras citywide, cancel Axon contract
- CID advocates rally at Seattle Stadium, demand World Cup economic parity
- Over 100 AAPI gain citizenship on 250th Independence Day
- CID businesses invite community to support neighborhood at World Cup watch party
FEATURED STORIES

Democratic congressman says he was detained by the Israeli military and settlers in the West Bank
U.S. Rep. Ro Khanna said Saturday that he was detained by settlers and the Israeli military in the occupied West Bank and released only after calls to the American Embassy in Jerusalem.

Wrongful death lawsuit filed in 2023 Seattle shooting that killed pregnant woman
The husband of a Seattle woman who was eight months pregnant when she was fatally shot in 2023 has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA)—alleging the agency failed to act despite warning signs that the gunman posed a danger to others.

Tai Chi legend helps celebrate local academy’s historic anniversary
“One life, one thing: Tai Chi.”

AAPI performers land acting nominations at 2026 Emmy Awards
Three performers of AAPI heritage earned acting nominations for the 2026 Emmy Awards, with recognition spanning drama and limited series categories.

Taiwan builds a ‘Rainbow Bridge’ at Seattle Pride, highlighting LGBTQ+ inclusion and culture
Taiwan brought a colorful celebration of culture, identity, and LGBTQ+ inclusion to the streets of Seattle on Sunday, June 29, as the Taiwan Tourism Administration debuted a Taiwan-themed float in the 2026 Seattle Pride Parade.
Community
AAPI leaders join community tribute to retiring Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs
Hing Hay Park to host Dancing Til Dusk events this summer
Khosla family agrees to purchase defending Super Bowl champion Seattle for $9.612B, AP source says
Joyale changes closure plans, will remain open on weekends after community outcry
UW graduate builds photography marketplace connecting clients with affordable photographers
100 Years of Kimonos
Seattle man charged after alleged machete attack near CID
Sports
Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani to miss All-Star Game, next mound start because of left knee irritation
After Asia’s World Cup stumble, resignations pile up from Seoul to Riyadh
Hajime Moriyasu says he needs time to decide future as Japan coach after World Cup exit
The Layup Drill
Japan faces heartbreak again as Brazil scores late to end another World Cup run in the round of 32
National News
Congressional committee on China asks Wizards and Capitals owner to cut ties with Alibaba
John Yoo tapped to advise conspiracy probe targeting perceived Trump foes
Great-grandson of Wong Kim Ark praises Supreme Court ruling affirming birthright citizenship
California to institute Bruce Lee Day, a first for a Chinese American in the state’s history
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
AAPI performers land acting nominations at 2026 Emmy Awards
Yun Theatre’s “America ‘250’” takes on the country, and the world
“Asian stories are universal stories”: Lauded Chinese American film producer Janet Yang reflects on journey to becoming Committee of 100’s new board president
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