As part of Filipino American History Month, Dr. Dorothy Laigo Cordova, founder of the Filipino American National Historical Society (FANHS), is hosting a four-part virtual panel series exploring the Filipino immigrant journey—from early hopes to evolving communities.
Annual ACRS gala
More than 350 community members, advocates, and supporters attended the Asian Counseling and Referral Service (ACRS) Annual Benefit Gala on Oct. 4 at the Hyatt Regency Bellevue, coming together under the theme “Not on Our Watch.”
Kin On 40th anniversary gala
Kin On celebrated 40 years of care for Asian elders at its 40th anniversary gala on Sept. 27 at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington. The milestone event brought together more […]
Husband of Kshama Sawant accused of assault
The husband of congressional candidate Kshama Sawant was arrested last month after an incident involving a 22-year-old staff member of Rep. Adam Smith.
Seattle artist honored with Japan’s Foreign Minister’s commendation
Japanese papercutting artist Akiko “Aki” Sogabe was honored at a Sept. 30 reception hosted by the Consul General of Japan in Seattle following her receipt of the 2025 Foreign Minister’s commendation.
Chef John Liu headlines McDonald’s 1 in 8 events
McDonald’s celebrated Chef John Liu, the newest ambassador for its 1 in 8 program, with two events in Los Angeles that highlighted his journey from crew member to acclaimed chef.
Veterans honor POW/MIAs in ceremony at T-Mobile Park
Members of American Legion Cathay Post #186 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars held a wreath-laying ceremony on Friday, Sept. 26 at the POW/MIA Chair of Honor inside T-Mobile Park, ahead of the Seattle Mariners’ series opener against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Stacey Abrams draws standing ovation at Seattle Town Hall event
Stacey Abrams, entrepreneur, attorney, bestselling author and former Democratic gubernatorial nominee in Georgia, spoke at Town Hall on Saturday, Sept. 27 in a wide-ranging conversation moderated by Citizen University co-founder and CEO Eric Liu.
Pop-up opioid treatment clinic in Little Saigon
A small park in Seattle’s Little Saigon neighborhood became the front line in the city’s fight against the opioid crisis earlier this month.
Nakase takes AP Coach of the Year in historic debut season
Natalie Nakase was named the Associated Press WNBA Coach of the Year after guiding the expansion Los Angeles Valkyries to one of the most successful inaugural seasons in league history.