The University of Washington Minority Business Awards were announced Dec. 5 at the Westin Hotel in Seattle. The program, started in 1999, is sponsored by the UW Consulting and Business […]
Lee is new King 5 meteorologist
By Sue Misao Northwest Asian Weekly Mary Lee loves weather. She is especially passionate about extreme weather. She even moved to Texas just to be near severe thunderstorms, hurricanes, and […]
Get free help signing up for health insurance
The International Community Health Services (ICHS) offers free help to Washington residents to enroll or answer questions about health coverage options through Washington “Healthplanfinder.” “ICHS has certified in-person assisters in […]
Against the odds, Gregerson appointed to state legislature
By Sue Misao Northwest Asian Weekly Against the wishes of the King County Democrats’ 33rd District, SeaTac Deputy Mayor Mia Su-Ling Gregerson has been appointed by the King County Council […]
Lawyers demand immigration reform
By Sue Misao Northwest Asian Weekly Local attorneys and other legal professionals sat down for an empty lunch at tables set up in front of the Federal building in Seattle […]
China bans NW shellfish imports
SEATTLE (AP) – China has suspended imports of shellfish from the U.S. West Coast, cutting off one of the biggest export markets for Northwest companies and prompting fears of a […]
Two winning lottery tickets sold by Asian shop owners
By Johnny Clark Associated Press ATLANTA (AP) – Two lucky winning tickets were sold in this week’s near-record $636 million Mega Millions drawing. One ticket was sold at a tiny […]
India diplomat outraged by invasive arrest
By Nirmala George Associated Press NEW DELHI (AP) – An Indian diplomat said she faced repeated “handcuffing, stripping, and cavity searches” following her arrest in New York City on visa […]
Wendy Gonzalez is honored for her tech tenacity
Wendy Koh Gonzalez was named on Connected World magazine’s “Women of M2M” list for 2013. Gonzalez, a University of Washington graduate, is the vice president of product and architecture at […]
NAAAP announces scholarships
On Nov. 1, the National Association of Asian American Professionals–Seattle chapter (NAAAP) held its annual Scholarship Gala at the Westin Bellevue, with all proceeds going towards the scholarship fund. This year’s theme […]