In a recent interview with Carolyn Bick for the Northwest Asian Weekly, Kelly Wicker—the current deputy chief of staff for Gov. Jay Inslee—talked about her storied career and what drives her to continue, these many years later.
‘Star Trek’ actor George Takei is determined to keep telling his Japanese American story
The incarceration of 120,000 Japanese Americans, including children, labeled enemies during World War II is an historical experience that has traumatized, and galvanized, the Japanese American community over the decades.
The Panda Party is back on as giant pandas will return to Washington’s National Zoo by year’s end
Months after the nation’s capital bid an emotional farewell to its giant pandas, the National Zoo is expecting a renewed surge in panda-mania with the announcement that two more of the furry black-and-white icons will be coming to Washington.
Tanya Woo launches bid to stay on Seattle City Council
Tanya Woo kicked off her campaign to retain her Position 8 seat on the Seattle City Council.
AAPI students shine bright at 51st Superintendent’s High School Art Show
In its 51st year, the Superintendent’s High School Art Show in Washington State highlighted the exceptional talents of high school students in the region.
Most AAPI adults think the history of racism should be taught in schools, an AP-NORC poll finds
U.S. schools should teach about issues related to race, most Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders believe.
CISC raises $203K
Chinese Information and Service Center (CISC) said it raised $203,000 to improve the lives of families, youth, and seniors.
“Sight”: Religious drama slipped out of focus
“Sight,” the new biopic of innovative eye surgeon Dr. Ming Wang, opens with a note saying the film’s been passed by “the Angel Guild,” affiliated with releasing studio Angel Studios.
Washington’s Styrofoam ban sparks innovation — John Lee opens eco-friendly container business
When engineer and entrepreneur John Lee heard of the upcoming Washington state ban on expanded polystyrene (commonly known as Styrofoam), he saw an opportunity.
Jennifer Lloyd of Pierce County to walk runway for Filipino designer
Mrs. Queen of the World, Jennifer Lloyd, will be strutting down the runway for Filipino designer Leo Almodal in Manila next month.