Thousands of people gathered at Seattle Center for K-FEST 2026 on June 18—a celebration of Korean culture featuring live performances, traditional fashion, food and community activities, organizers said.
Korean American Michelle Steel confirmed as U.S. Ambassador to South Korea
The Senate has confirmed former U.S. Rep. Michelle Steel as ambassador to South Korea— filling a diplomatic post that has been vacant since early 2025.
Filipino American judge appointed to Minnesota Supreme Court
Judge Reynaldo “Reggie” Aligada Jr. has been appointed to the Minnesota Supreme Court, becoming the first Asian American justice in the court’s history.
Hwang siblings recognized for giving back to law enforcement community
The Seattle Police Department honored siblings Xander and Everly Hwang with Ingenuity Commendations during a June 10 awards ceremony at Seattle Police Headquarters.
Mary Nam joins WSU Board of Regents
Gov. Bob Ferguson has appointed former KOMO 4 anchor Mary Nam to the Washington State University Board of Regents, effective June 9.
C.A.C.A. Seattle banquet draws record crowd, raises scholarship funds
The Seattle Lodge of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance (C.A.C.A.) drew a record 240 attendees to its annual banquet on Sunday, May 31, raising more than $1,500 for student scholarships.
New leader at JACL
The Japanese American Citizens League (JACL) has a new executive director.
Kin On appoints Lemapu (Mapu) Lemanua as Acting CEO
The Kin On Board of Directors has appointed Lemapu (Mapu) Lemanua as Acting CEO to support it through this leadership transition.
Gheisar to be crowned Queen Alcyone at Seafair kickoff
Bookda Gheisar will be crowned Queen Alcyone as part of Seafair’s 2026 Royalty Court during the organization’s annual Summer Kickoff event on June 1 at Pier 62 on the Seattle waterfront.
Kaur becomes first Sikh to serve on U.S. religious freedom commission
Senate Democratic Leader Charles Schumer announced on May 21 the appointment of Dr. Gunisha Kaur to the U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), making her the first Sikh to serve on the bipartisan federal panel.
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