Lewelyn Dixon, a longtime University of Washington (UW) laboratory technician who spent nearly three months in federal immigration detention after returning from the Philippines, is now a U.S. citizen.
New mural spotlights history, culture of Little Saigon
A vibrant new mural in Seattle’s Chinatown International District (CID) is putting Vietnamese culture, history and artistic expression on display while inviting residents and visitors to explore the neighborhood.
Federal government seeks TANF data, prompting immigrant privacy concerns
In a move that many feel is yet another premise to target immigrants—and possibly to reach arrest quotas—the federal government is trying to disseminate and use the private data, including immigration status, of families receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits.
End of an era: Richmond Night Market set to close
North America’s largest night market is set to close after 26 years of bringing food, shopping and entertainment to Richmond, British Columbia.
“Cuts to our immigrant neighbors, coworkers, and everyday people” — At least 12,000 immigrants across Washington to lose health coverage this autumn
Agencies, organizations, and individuals across Washington are scrambling to find ways to provide health coverage for at least 12,000 non-citizen immigrants who will lose state health coverage come Oct. 1, due to provisions in the so-called One Big Beautiful Bill, or H.R. 1.f
AAPI candidates secure spots on November ballot
Initial results from Washington state’s August primary election on Tuesday set the stage for several closely watched congressional, legislative and local races, with incumbent members of Congress and a number of state lawmakers advancing to the November general election.
How travelers are adjusting their summer plans due to unpredictable fuel costs
Summer travelers briefly caught a break as fuel prices eased following diplomatic efforts to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Light rail back on track after Chinatown station derailment
Sound Transit light rail service resumed Monday after a train derailed near the International District/Chinatown Station over the weekend.
SPD shakeup means CID may have to start over—again
Mayor Katie Wilson confirmed at a July 31 news conference that she asked Shon Barnes to resign as chief of the Seattle Police Department (SPD) the day before.
Seattle Japanese Garden reopens
The Japanese Garden in the Washington Park Arboretum reopened this week, Seattle Parks and Recreation announced on its Facebook page, giving visitors a chance to once again enjoy the peaceful landscape and upcoming summer programs.
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