The Washington State Department of Health has awarded grants to community organizations to expand access to mental health care for individuals during pregnancy and after birth, with a focus on populations most affected by maternal mental health conditions.
Washington lawmakers passed two labor-backed bills to eliminate noncompete agreements and safeguard unemployment benefits for those who voluntarily accept layoffs, with strong bipartisan support.
Washington State House of Representatives passed House Bill 1078, which aims to prevent pet insurance companies from canceling or refusing to renew policies based on a pet’s age, health condition, or preexisting issue, and to protect policyholders from disruptions when their insurance is transferred between affiliated companies.
Seattle will celebrate the Seahawks’ Super Bowl LX championship with a citywide parade on February 11, expected to draw between 750,000 and one million fans, with regional transit providers offering expanded services to accommodate the crowds.
Seattle’s Environmental Justice Fund has awarded $934,616 in grants to 12 organizations to promote environmental education, build community resilience, and address the disproportionate impacts of climate change on marginalized communities.
A public celebration honoring the life and legacy of Dr. Quintard Taylor Jr., founder of BlackPast.org, will take place this Saturday, February 7, at 3 p.m. at New Beginnings Christian Fellowship in Kent, Washington.
The 7th Annual Black-Owned Business Excellence (BOBE) Symposium honored six individuals and businesses for their leadership, resilience, and community impact, and presented the Elijah L. Lewis “Boundless Advocate” Award to Ahndrea Blue for her work providing meals to families in need.
House Bill 2641, also known as the ICE Out Act of 2026, has been introduced in the Washington Legislature to prevent state and local law enforcement agencies from hiring anyone who joined U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after Jan. 20, 2025, in an effort to protect immigrant communities from potential civil rights violations.
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson released the second of four zoning packages to expand housing options in designated growth areas, increase affordability, and meet growing demand across Seattle neighborhoods.
The City of Seattle has awarded $934,616 in Environmental Justice Fund grants to 12 community-based organizations to support climate resilience and environmental health projects across the city, with a focus on communities most affected by environmental and climate injustice.
