As a digital reporter and producer, Justine Baker has made her mark in the media landscape. As the on-camera host of FOX 13's I've Been Influenced, she highlights the online journeys of content creators and influential social media figures. An author, she’s written books like Major Tips for the Micro-Influencer, a guide to the ins and outs of social media, where she taught everything from online influencing to branding techniques for businesses. Earlier this year, she achieved another milestone—being crowned Miss Black Washington. 

Rise Above, an organization dedicated to empowering Native American children by providing various sports events, cultural activities, and mentorship programs, recently held one of its basketball clinics at the Nisqually Youth Center in Olympia as part of its ongoing efforts to provide youth outreach for Native communities throughout the United States.

Reverend Harriett Walden, an influential figure in Seattle known for her activism and work with police accountability, has announced the launch of Virtues Healing Reflection Cards. Having partnered with the Seattle Human Service Department (HSD), Reverend Walden will distribute the cards throughout Seattle in an endeavor focused on community healing. 

On Thursday, January 24, Mayor Bruce Harrell, joined by members from the Office of the Waterfront and Civic Projects, Alliance for Pioneer Square, and Seattle City Council members, announced the beginning of construction for the Pioneer Square East-West Pedestrian Improvements project at a groundbreaking ceremony.

Fat Con, a convention focused on body acceptance and highlighted as "the biggest Fat celebration of the year," premiered last weekend at the Hyatt at Olive 8.

The Convention is arranged by Puckduction, an arts and culture organization headed by Mx. Pucks A'Plenty, a well-known burlesque performer based in Seattle, and five other directors. While Fat Con had its inaugural event in 2024, the foundation of the event has been in the works since before the pandemic.

On Thursday, February 24, Inside hosted "Black Tech Night," the first of multiple events focused on networking within Seattle's Black tech community. In addition to a night of food, drinks, live music, and connections, Mayor Bruce Harrell spoke at the event.

On Wednesday, January 25, a three-person panel hosted by United Way of King County highlighted the importance of local BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) businesses in the community. The panelists, all active in supporting local BIPOC businesses, included former Seahawk wide receiver Doug Baldwin.