By Sudhin Thanawala Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A dapper San Francisco Chinatown gangster known as “Shrimp Boy” whose conviction on murder and racketeering charges was part of a […]
Chinese team says it found evidence of mythical great flood
By Gerry Shih Associated Press BEIJING (AP) — A great flood at the dawn of Chinese civilization was said to have swept away settlements, the water rising so high that […]
Cool treats — Your guide to cooling off with Asian cold drinks
The weather is warmer, you have a day to spend in the International District (ID), and you need to stay cool. Who needs air conditioning when you can have a cold drink? Your schedule is covered with some of our favorite cold drink suggestions.
Ichiro Suzuki gets 3,000th career hit, Marlins beat Rockies
Ichiro Suzuki defined his career with speed and sharp hits. It was only fitting he flashed both in his historic moment.
More than just a ‘cool cop,’ Bellevue police officer reaches out to the community
Officer Craig Hanaumi has a “bucket list” of things he has done in his Bellevue Police Officer uniform as a form of outreach.
Recap of the Democratic National Convention
By David Chan Special to the Northwest Asian Weekly Editor’s note: The following represents the thoughts of a fire commissioner from Snohomish County, a one-time delegate for Bernie Sanders, and […]
Letter in support of Asian American Studies at UW
The Washington State Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs and numerous Asian Pacific American community leaders from across the state sent the letter below to University of Washington (UW) President […]
Starbucks recalls China-made straws on reports of cuts
SEATTLE (AP) — Starbucks is recalling stainless-steel straws it sold in its stores and online after three reports of children suffering “mouth lacerations” while using them. The Seattle-based company says […]
AAPI Victory Fund condemns Donald Trump for attacking American Muslim military family
WASHINGTON — The AAPI Victory Fund — the first Super PAC of its kind focused on mobilizing Asian American and Pacific Islanders (AAPI) eligible voters — condemns Republican presidential candidate […]
Leukemia survivor reunites with SPD officer who saved his life
Last week, the Do family was driving around Seattle with Randy Yamanaka, a man that they have seen sparingly over the years, but one they’ve avidly kept in contact with through letters after their first meeting 15 years ago.