Nyasia and Kwame Sarfo, the founders of Love4ever24, recently joined host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae” to discuss their unique blend of lived experience and practical tools through their "marriage enrichment" business.

By Besa Gordon - Good Day Seattle this morning was giving FOODIE DREAMS. I got to pull up to the Mariners Food Preview at T-Mobile Park and babyyyy… when I say they understood the assignment this year?? They UNDERSTOOD so of course I had the share the foodie tea with my FOX 13 Seattle Good Day fam.

Focused on building friendship and fitness through the sport of double dutch, the organization Double Dutch Divas is a luminary of joy, creating spaces for kids and families to heal and move together. Not only is it a youth enrichment initiative, but also a force for community, confidence, and connection.

In celebration of Women's History Month, the latest episode of “We Live in Color” highlighted the resilience of Black women through the personal journey of community healer, podcaster, and mother Michaela Kyles. Joining host Deaunte Damper, Kyles explored the deeply personal intersections of grief, motherhood, and spiritual identity.

Local photographer Tony Two Times recently joined host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae” to discuss his transition from aspiring athlete to visual storyteller, born out of personal loss and a surprising gift from his father.

Washington State House of Representatives candidate Jaelynn Scott held a semi-private event at Métier Brewery in Seattle’s Central District, attended by family, friends, and local supporters on Sunday, March 15. That same night, community leader Koach Giggz hosted Scott’s official afterparty at Black & Tan Hall.

Seattle City officials and law enforcement leaders announced today that an arrest has been made in the shooting deaths of two students earlier this year in the Rainier Beach neighborhood.

On Monday, March 16, Mayor Katie Wilson and the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL) Director Dr. Dwane Chappelle announced that the Seattle Preschool Program (SPP) is set to expand its capacity to serve up to 2,600 children in the 2026-2027 school year, marking the program's tenth year of implementation. 

At the Chinga La Migra Art Show on March 7, artists gathered to share work that speaks to lived experience and cultural expression. Among them was artist Fulano De’Tal, whose work blends abstraction with emotional storytelling.

Black excellence and good vibes swarmed the Black Media Matters Studio last month when Couture Cocktails and Hunter in the Cup hosted a special Cocktails and Charcuterie Night. The event served as an intimate celebration of Black History Month, successfully combining high-end mixology and culinary art.

In a delightful blend of culinary passion and community support, leading gastroenterologist and researcher Dr. Rachel Issaka has introduced a Malva Pudding Cake ice cream at Molly Moon’s. The flavor is a rendition of Malva Pudding, a classic South African toffee sponge cake, elevated with apricot jam swirls and sweet cream ice cream. 

By Ashleigh McCurdy - Thursday night, I had the pleasure of attending the opening performance of Firebird presented by the Pacific Northwest Ballet. Surrounded by friends and fellow arts enthusiasts, the evening quickly became one of those experiences that reminds you why supporting the arts matters so deeply.

For Seattle-born actress Devotion Charles, the theater has always been not just a performance, but an extension of her community. In a recent conversation with host Trae Holiday on “The Day With Trae,” Charles reflected on her deep roots in the city's arts scene and her upcoming role in “Smart People,” a production by Acts On Stage.

The second annual Black History Month Market and Celebration, held recently at The Practice Facility in Tigard, Oregon, was an energizing showcase of Black commerce, culture, and community in the Pacific Northwest. Organized by Converge Media producer Juma Blaq, the event was a deliberate effort to shine a light on Black excellence in an area often overlooked.

The Mothers On The Front Lines march, held yesterday in Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood, was a display of community resilience and a collective call for systemic change. Organized by Echoes Of Our Children, Just/Us Love Ones, and We Got Us Moms, the event brought together grieving families, local advocates, and city officials to confront the city's ongoing gun violence crisis.

Among the sprawling corporate campuses in Seattle’s South Lake Union, a new kind of culinary revolution is taking shape, one slice at a time. Last month, Back2Besa host Besa Gordon stopped by Pizza By Ruffin, one of Washington State’s favorite Black-owned pizzerias, to taste the rich and soulful flavors of Black communities around the globe. 

By Besa Gordon - Last night was such a vibe. Huge thank you to Pacific Northwest Ballet for having the Converge Fam come out for opening night of Firebird. Seriously, what a beautiful show.

Guest host of “The Day With Trae” Alicia Crank recently sat down with award-winning storyteller Delbert Richardson to discuss the 20th anniversary of his national touring exhibit, the Unspoken Truths American History Traveling Museum. Richardson, a self-described "African born in America,” has dedicated two decades to re-educating the public on Black history and excellence.

This week on Back2Besa hosted by Besa Gordon, we’re celebrating women who are doing incredible things across the Pacific Northwest. From art and wellness to fitness, wine, and beauty, this episode shines a light on women who are building businesses, creating community spaces, and opening doors for others.

There's something special about walking into a museum and feeling as if you've stepped into a completely different world, where history, creativity, and storytelling intersect. Recently, I had the wonderful opportunity to experience exactly that during a private tour of Beyond Mysticism at the Seattle Art Museum, thanks to my partnership with Converge Media.