DJ Diesel, aka Shaq, lit up the Tacoma Dome on Friday night in support of REZZ, the first female electronic DJ to headline the Dome with his intense and ferocious take on EDM. The fan-proclaimed “Dubstep Dad” and ambassador in the EDM scene, Diesel brought the energy up to 10 and had the crowd in mosh pits and circle pits throughout the entire one-hour set. All photos by Marvin Patterson (@i_shotcha)

The Washington State Fair stage exploded with energy as Ludacris delivered a show-stopping performance that had the entire crowd on its feet. The multi-talented rapper and actor blazed through his extensive catalog of hits with a charismatic stage presence and his signature rapid-fire flow.

The Washington State Fair got a dose of hip-hop royalty on Saturday! Slick Rick, the undisputed "Ruler," graced the stage and took us on a trip through some of his legendary hits.

Photos by ProofNThePlay capturing the energy and spirit of the annual Festival Sundiata at the Seattle Center over the weekend. This cherished celebration of African American culture was a vibrant showcase of community, art, and heritage.

The Seattle Center Exhibition Hall was buzzing with creativity and community as hundreds of tattoo enthusiasts and artists gathered for the annual Seattle Tattoo Expo. Held from August 15th to the 17th, the event marked its 20th year, solidifying its place as a premier gathering for the tattoo world.

Here is King County Equity Now’s Juneteenth Celebration at Jimi Hendrix Park in Seattle, Washington through the lens of photographer Susan Fried.

On Friday, May 16, Elijah L. Lewis’ killer, Patrick Cooney, received his official sentencing, totaling 35 years for second-degree murder and first-degree assault with a deadly firearm.  

By Besa Gordon - This year’s Seattle Sports Commission 90th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards red carpet was cute. Each year, I’ve been able to not only attend but also work along side Chuck Hamaker of Circling Seattle Sports, and tap in with athletes from around the state, coaches, and sports legends who have shaped the history of Washington sports.

This past Saturday, Young Black Homeowners hosted their 3rd Annual Black Equity Ball at the Four Points by Sheraton, bringing together a stunning display of Black excellence. Aspiring and current Black homeowners showed up dressed to impress for an evening filled with inspiration, celebration, and community.

Besa Gordon pulled up to the Northwest Gumbo Competition to see firsthand how Chef Wally of Seattle Soulfood Kitchen and Chef Red of Come Eat Daddy brought the heat in this epic cookoff! From bold flavors to big ol’ chunks of crab and shrimp, the gumbo was a whole experience.

The Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle held their annual breakfast on Friday, November 22nd, at the Seattle Convention Center. Actors and activists Hill Harper and Taraji P. Henson anchored the breakfast with a conversation ranging from social justice to mental health. Photos: Susan Fried

Ten years after the Seattle City Council unanimously designated the second Monday in October Indigenous Peoples’ Day in 2014, hundreds of people marched from King Street Station to Westlake Park. Indigenous Peoples Day became an official city holiday in 2022.

PHOTOS: Dr. Maxine Mimms over the years through the lens of Susan Fried

For the third year, Lewis Rudd, Co-Founder and CEO of Ezell’s Famous Chicken, hosted the Black Business Leadership Conference (BBLC) at the University of Washington. This year's theme, "Ignite and Inspire," brought together black business owners, educators, and resource providers to foster growth and success within the black business community.

PHOTOS: Yesterday’s Unity Walk from Jimi Hendrix Park to Garfield High School in the Central District. (Photos Susan Fried)

Earlier this week eleven 70 foot racing yachts and 200 fearless non-professional sailors arrived at Bell Harbor in Seattle after a 6000 nautical mile race across the North Pacific Ocean from Qingdao, China as part of the Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. The Clipper Round the World Yacht Race is the only event of its kind which trains everyday people to become ocean racers.

“We are  here today to make sure that people know that he was very well loved by his family and by his community. He graduated from Garfield High School and attended Eastern Washington, a real renaissance man and musician, inventor, and very spiritual person who brought peace and positive energy,” said Wyking Garrett about his uncle, 81 year old Thomas Joe Garrett who was killed in a hit and run on Monday, April 22nd just south of the intersection of SW Roxbury Street and 15th Ave SW in unincorporated White Center.

Our cameras were there last weekend when N The Kutt Dance Studio in Des Moines, WA closed their doors for the last time.. Over the last two decades N The Kutt and it’s founder Koach T have been a staple in the greater Puget Sound community teaching dance to youth including our very own Besa Gordon and giving young people dance opportunities from across the region to around the world.

Photos: Marvin Patterson

Watch Back2Besa on Saturday at 10:30pm on FOX 13 and Sunday at 10:00am on FOX 13+ to see the full story.

The Seattle Kraken NHL Hockey team recently honored Converge Media host Deaunte Damper as well as the Lavender Rights Project for their advocacy work in Seattle’s LGBTQ community. The Kraken also unveiled a specialty theme night jersey designed by artist Nikita Ares. The Kraken also recognized the Seattle Pride Hockey Association (SPHA).

Photos: Susan Fried

Seattle got a dose of heat last Saturday when Bad Bunny pulled up to Climate Pledge Arena as part of his Most Wanted world tour. The show was electric, bringing the energy and vibes the global superstar is known for. From the moment the bass dropped to the final encore, the energy was off the charts, with Bad Bunny performing hit songs like ‘Me Porto Bonito’ ‘MONACO’, and ‘Ojitos Lindos’.