When the Denise Louie Education Center closed on March 13 when Gov. Jay Inslee issued the stay-at-home orders, it was uncertain when it would reopen. Certainly, concerns over COVID-19 had many parents worried about returning their children to daycare. But the organization adjusted and while it has helped many kids virtually, it reopened its facilities with the added responsibility of educating the kids on the new rules of staying healthy and safe.
State announces new COVID relief funds to support nonprofits helping youth
The need for youth programs that provide learning, mentoring and social-emotional support to students and young adults has never been greater, but COVID-19 has significantly impacted the ability of many nonprofits to keep their doors open.
Hawaii to allow travelers to skip quarantine with virus test
Hawaii Gov. David Ige announced on Sept. 16 that starting Oct. 15, travelers arriving from out of state may bypass a 14-day quarantine requirement if they test negative for COVID-19.
House condemns racism against Asian Americans amid pandemic
The House voted on Sept. 17 to condemn racism against Asian Americans tied to the coronavirus outbreak, approving a Democratic resolution on a mostly party-line vote.
In memory of Yoshiro Philip Hayasaka
Yoshiro Philip Hayasaka, known as Philip, passed away peacefully on Sept. 3. He was 94.
Judges scrutinize suit’s claims in Harvard racial bias case
A panel of appeals court judges repeatedly challenged the legal claims of a group that accuses Harvard University of intentional discrimination against Asian American students who apply to the Ivy League school on Sept. 16.
New reports show rising racism against Asian American youth
Asian Americans are experiencing increased racism during COVID-19, according to two reports released on Sept. 17 by Stop AAPI Hate and the Stop AAPI Hate Youth Campaign.
City of Seattle enrolls thousands in Utility Discount Program
The City of Seattle announced on Sept. 21 that as of the end of August, it has enrolled 11,825 new households into the Utility Discount Program (UDP) in 2020, including 8,173 through the fast-track application process launched in March to more quickly support customers financially impacted by COVID-19.
TP TEA opens
Taiwan Professional (TP) Tea held its official grand opening on Sept. 17.
Virtual night market
Chinatown-International District Business Improvement Area (CIDBIA) is holding its annual Night Market on Oct. 1—virtually—in celebration of the Mid-Autumn Festival.
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