In game two of the series, the Seattle Mariners toppled the Colorado Rockies as Seattle was finally able to cash in with the bases loaded, resulting in a final score of 9-2. Third baseman Eugenio Suarez’s solo homer seemed to wake things up for the Mariners.

The Seattle Mariners began a 9-game homestand by defeating the Colorado Rockies, lead by another impressive effort by left fielder Jarred Kelenic. Kelenic had a two-run homer to start the scoring for Seattle in the bottom of the second, and a double in the bottom of the fourth to begin an inning that saw his team plate three more runs.

We’re proud to announce that our film Reconciliation Tour has been nominated by the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences Northwest Chapter for an Emmy Award. It was selected as one of five finalists in the Diversity/Equity/Inclusion Long Form Content Category.

Billy Porter’s full interview with Trae Holiday will air on The Day With Trae on Monday morning at 11:00 am as Trae returns to the studio. They’ll discuss his career as well as his upcoming Black Mona Lisa: Vol. 1 tour, which will take him to 25 cities and kicks off at The Paramount here in Seattle on April 29th.

Our very own Besa Gordon checked in at Climate Pledge Arena earlier this week for a preview of new food items and partnerships before the Seattle Kraken head to the playoffs for the first time in franchise history. She met with Climate Pledge Arena Executive Chef Molly De Mers, CEO of Trident Seafoods Joe Bundrant, CEO of Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers (GAPP) Craig Morris and more.

The Seattle Kraken finished out their 2022-23 regular season with a tight loss to the Las Vegas Golden Knights, as an odd bounce and a too many men call hurt Seattle while their offensive waves of pressure failed to find the back of the net more than once.

Spectrum Dance Theater School Director Stephanie Guiland works to ensure every student has access to quality dance instruction and provides an outlet to youth who otherwise may be unsure how to express themselves. She’s been in her current position with the school since 2021, but worked alongside Artistic Director Donald Byrd as a guest instructor prior.

The first road trip of the Seattle Mariners 2023 season was an even split record wise, with a brightly shining star in Jarred Kelenic showing out in the series against the Cubs. The Mariners had a nightmarish three-game losing streak inside of the two-series of the road trip, but were able to salvage the final game before coming home.

Tonight on HeartBeat, Cindi Bright welcomes former Senator Mona Das and former Representative Jesse Johnson to the Black Media Matters Studio to discuss their experiences as elected officials and their successes and challenges within the legislative system.

A beloved jazz band teacher in one of the most highly valued music programs in Seattle is about to lose his job because of a budget shortfall at Seattle Public Schools. The community – students and parents alike – has rallied to save the program.

Jonah Perry pleaded with the SPS board at its last meeting to keep Mike Sundt, the teacher who will be cut. 

Entering a new era, the Seattle Storm likely needed a successful draft to send them into the future the right way. While it’s extremely early and there is still much to take place before an accurate judgement can be made on the four selections that Seattle made in this years draft, the Storm got four athletic and versatile players with one being a steal at the pick she was drafted.

“This is the future of our country, the future of our communities.” - Alaska Airlines Captain Ron Limes.

On Saturday, Alaska Airlines and UNCF teamed up to begin a historic experience for 40 high school students from the Pacific Northwest. The students and their chaperones were flown to Atlanta aboard Alaska’s Our Commitment aircraft for a trip that will include visits to HBCUs around the Atlanta area.

Yesterday morning, Alaska Airlines and UNCF teamed up to begin a historic experience for 40 high school students from the Pacific Northwest. The students and their chaperones were flown to Atlanta along with their chaperones and a Converge Media film crew aboard Alaska’s Our Commitment aircraft for a trip which will include visits to HBCUs around the Atlanta area.

The Seattle Sounders maintain their hot form, taking the top spot in the Western Conference of MLS with a 3-0 victory over successful expansion side St. Louis City SC as young midfielder Josh Atencio opened up the scoring

The Seattle Kraken continue to rumble along, with their playoff berth already clinched, as they dropped seven goals on the Chicago Blackhawks in a game that Seattle never saw too much danger in. The Kraken had their depth continue to decimate Chicago, with some defensive miscues to clean up as they prepare for the Stanley Cup Playoffs

It was an evening of celebration in Rainier Valley on Friday, as community members honored the life of Elijah Lewis, who was shot and killed just a week ago in downtown Seattle.

On this week’s episode of HeartBeat, Cindi Bright welcomed two guests to discuss the ecosystem of education that has severely impacted Brown and Black children. CEO of the National Charter Collaborative Naomi Shelton and Principal of the Rainier Valley Leadership Academy David Watson shared their thoughts on the way the education system has changed and how it effects Brown and Black children in the community.

In their second year as an NHL Franchise, your Seattle Kraken have punched their playoff ticket! With a win over the Arizona Coyotes tonight, the Kraken will head to the postseason for the first time in franchise history, and they have the potential to do damage when that begins.

On this episode of Rewind With Besa, Besa Gordon talks with Actress, Athlete, and Arist Andia Winslow to learn more about Andia's career in acting, as a Pro Golfer, how she became a voiceover artist, and all about her upcoming movie Playing Through which is a fictionalized story honoring the real life sports and civil rights heroine Ann Gregory, the first woman of color to enter a USGA tournament.

The uplift is real! The Converge Media Support Black Business Production Team is heading back on the road this month to find and feature the best Black businesses around the Pacific Northwest. We’ll be in Seattle, Portland, Tacoma, Spokane and more to tell the stories of the people and businesses who make our community great.