Zimbabwean American artist Draze has released his new single and visual, “No,” an artistic statement serving as an anthem for freedom and unity.

The Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) is presenting a special traveling exhibition honoring the enduring life and legacy of the legendary R&B vocalist, Luther Vandross, Artistry and Elegance.

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has identified several key findings and general strategies for the Washington State Rail Plan following analysis and community engagement.

The American Federation of Arts (AFA) has officially announced a national tour for Willie Birch: Stories to Tell, a major exhibition spanning six decades of the legendary artist’s career. 

Hinton Publishing recently announced the release of The Power of the River, a memoir by Ed Taylor, Vice Provost and Dean of Undergraduate Academic Affairs at the University of Washington.

The City of Seattle has officially declared May as Creative and Creator Economy Month, marking a significant recognition of the creative industries as essential contributors to economic vitality, workforce development, and cultural identity across the state. 

Seattle JazzED, a nonprofit organization committed to empowering young people with music education, has just announced the new Femme Jazz Collab Workshop focused on empowering female-identifying musicians and more.

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. 

Emmy Award-Winning Seattle native and Federal Way resident Anita M. Cal is making significant waves in national cinema as the co-writer and co-producer of the acclaimed boxing drama, “Undercard.” 

Seattle JazzED has announced Courtney D. Clark as its new Program Director, with her tenure beginning earlier this month. Clark is an accomplished arts executive, strategist, and artist-educator known for her dedication to accessible and equitable arts education.

The United States Basketball League (USBL) is making a triumphant return for its 2026 season, marking its 40th anniversary and kicking off games in March, 2026. Anchoring the revival on the West Coast are the Seattle Super Hawks, one of eight dynamic teams ready to compete. For aspiring players, the road to the 2026 USBL season starts this weekend at the Pacific Northwest Combine this Saturday, January 31st.

The annual tax season can be daunting, but The Seattle Public Library (SPL) is stepping up to make the process easier. Starting this week, the Library is offering free, in-person tax preparation services across 11 of its locations, thanks to crucial collaborations with the United Way of King County (UWKC) and AARP.

MLB All-Star Julio Rodríguez has unveiled the fully renovated baseball complex in his hometown of Loma de Cabrera, Dominican Republic, marking a significant personal investment in the community where he began his career. Funded by a personal investment exceeding $1.3 million, the project introduces the Dominican Republic’s first-ever public astroturf baseball field, transforming the historic site into a modern, multi-sport facility.

In a recent press release, Mayor-elect Katie Wilson announced decisions regarding the leadership of the Seattle Department of Transportation (SDOT), the Seattle Human Services Department (HSD), and the Department of Education and Early Learning (DEEL). These decisions are meant to align with Wilson’s top three priorities: addressing the homelessness crisis, reducing childcare costs, and improving the transportation system.