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Mayor-Elect Wilson's In-Depth Sit-Down Reveals a Community Organizer's Plan for City Hall

Mayor-elect Katie Wilson recently appeared on “The Big O Show” to discuss her transition into office and her administration's priorities, including homelessness and public safety. Wilson announced for the first time that she will keep Shon Barnes as Seattle Police Chief. "I've had several conversations now with Chief Barnes and I will be retaining him as our police chief,” she said. 

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Behind the Lens with Paul Sanders: A Rising Star in Cinematography

On a recent episode of The Day With Trae, Paul Sanders joined guest host Omari Salisbury to talk about his career in cinematography and production, and his strong relationship with Converge Media and the TV show Back2Besa. A seasoned professional who wears many hats, including videographer, cinematographer, editor, director, and producer, Sanders shared his journey from his roots in photography to his current work in creative direction and video production.

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Farewell Salman! Our live director from Saudi Arabia who found a home at Converge Media

“We have a live director from Saudi Arabia…” These were my words on June 4th while accepting an Emmy Award on behalf of Converge Media. Salman Albuqayshi was whom I was speaking of, for almost a year now he has been the live director for the Morning Update Show, The Day With Trae, The Factorz TV, We Live In Color, The Truth With Proof, and countless specials the aired on Converge. However, last Friday, we held a going away party for Salman as he moves on to the next phase of his career.

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