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PHOTOS: Gathering At Westlake Park Marks One Year Anniversary of the Killing of Mahsa Amini in Iran
Over one hundred people gathered at Westlake park on September 16th, the one year anniversary of the killing of Mahsa Amini, a 22 year old Kurdish Iranian woman. She died in police custody after being arrested for allegedly violating a law mandating that women in Iran wear headscarfs. Her death sparked a movement in Iran and around the world for women’s rights.
Preview: Besa Gordon at Spoon Fed Fitness - Learn How to Get in Shape for Fall on Back2Besa This Week
“With fall coming, we definitely all have to get ourselves in shape, especially if you’re a Scorpio like me because our birthdays are right around the corner,” - Besa Gordon.
Reclaiming The Throne: Converge’s Clap Back Queen Julia Jessie Making Her Return To The Studio on Thursday
Converge Media’s longest running show, Clap Back Culture, makes a return to the #BlackMediaMatters studio on Thursday at 7 pm PST as host Julia Jessie is joined by Besa Gordon to break down the latest in current events.
KD Hall Foundation Hosts Blood Drive For Sickle Cell Patients, Spreads Awareness of Blood Disorders
The KD Hall Foundation teamed up with the American Red Cross Northwest Region to host their first-ever blood drive. The event focused on awareness and support for those with Sickle Cell disease across Seattle.
Back2Besa EP 12 FULL Hosted by Besa Gordon (09/16/2023)
Welcome to another episode of Back2Besa: Where the Northwest Connects hosted by Besa Gordon! This week on Back to Besa, Besa heads to the central district as the #Seahawks delivered big on a promise they made a few weeks ago to the CD Panthers. The KD Hall Foundation teams up with the American Red Cross for a Sickle Cell Blood Drive in the CD, Besa links up with Creative Justice to volunteer for their back-to-school clothing giveaway. She'll show you what went down at the City of Seattle’s Seattle Slam Basketball Tournament, she brings the Rotary Boys and Girls Club Lady Style Basketball team with me to the last Seattle Storm game of the season and more.
Back2Besa EP 11 FULL Hosted by Besa Gordon (09/09/2023)
Welcome to another episode of Back2Besa: Where the Northwest Connects hosted by Besa Gordon! Per usual, we have a lot to talk about today, so grab your snacks now if you already haven't. This week on Back2Besa, we catch up with Colina Bruce, as she celebrities her Noir Lux Candle Co. partnership with Starbucks. She headed to Lake City and caught up with Jimmy Bagalini, Livo, and Ill Chris for their back-to-school community giveback. Hopefully, you know Besa loves good food, so you shouldn't be shocked that she pulled up to Communion for their annual fish fry, and more.
Seattle Favorite Mutual Fish Co. Closes Doors After 77 Years
An iconic Seattle business closed its doors for the final time on Saturday. Founded in 1946, Mutual Fish Co. located in the Rainier Valley has been a staple for generations for not only those who live in the Central District and South end of Seattle but also a mainstay for restaurants across the city and acclaimed chefs.
Besa Gordon Plays Pickleball at Pickleball For All in Downtown Seattle
Our Pop Culture Queen and the host of Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle Besa Gordon was out and about this weekend at the City of Seattle’s Pickleball For All tournament. She learned the sport and took in the vibes as they city opened brand new pickle ball courts as part of their plan to reactivate Downtown Seattle.
Seahawks Spread Joy and Delight at CD Panthers Game
The Seattle Seahawks brought surprise and delight to the community last week when they visited the CD Panthers for their game at Judkins Park against B12. Seahawks Community Engagement Manager Kyle Dougherty was on hand as the organization brought swag, dancers, their mascot Blitz and current players Tre Brown and Dareke Young.
Swept in Seattle: Mariners reeling after three straight losses to Dodgers
The Seattle Mariners were swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers, as the Mariners failed to do much of anything on the offensive end, while starting pitcher Logan Gilbert got hammered by the Dodgers "hangover" lineup.
Besa Gordon Gives Out Tickets, Meets Fans Ahead of Beyonce Concert at Lumen Field
On Thursday, our Pop Culture Queen and the host of Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle was at Lumen Field ahead of the Beyonce concert to meet fans and giveaway seat upgrades. She also took in the sights and found some her favorite outfits.
#YouthUnfiltered - Besa Gordon Brings Seattle Rotary Lady Style Basketball Team to the Storm Game
This week on #Back2Besa’s Youth Unfiltered, Besa Gordon brought the Seattle Rotary Lady Style Basketball team to the final Seattle Storm game of the season. While there, they witnessed Jewell Loyd make history by setting the WNBA single season record for points scored with 939. It was an inspirational and motivational day for the girls, who are some of the most talented youth basketball players in the Emerald City.
Mariners pitching does their job, offense forgets to clock in as Dodgers win gives them NL West title
The Seattle Mariners nearly did everything right in order to defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers, getting a great effort from the pitching staff and generating some traffic on the bases, but they failed at pushing those runs across home plate and ultimately saw the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate a 10th NL West title across the past 11 seasons.
Seattle Black Business Network Hosts Mixer For Black Business Owners
The Seattle Black Business Network brought the business community together over seafood on September 1st at Poco Bar and Lounge, and our Back2Besa crew was there to check in with attendees and hear about the event.
Mariners fail to keep up with Dodgers in series opening loss
The Seattle Mariners kicked off their series against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a loss, ultimately failing to keep up with LA offensively and missing out on numerous opportunities to cash in with runners in scoring position.
The Day With Trae | Cast Members From TINA | September 15th, 2023
Today on #TheDayWithTrae, @traeholiday sat down with TINA: The Tina Turner Cast Members Ari Groover (@ari_grooves) and Parris Lewis (@renaissancewoman_). They discussed their roles and experience with the show, as well as their thoughts on playing the legendary Tina Turner and capturing her essence on stage.
Seattle Seahawks Show Up To Support CD Panthers Football and Cheer Program
Last week, the Seattle Seahawks kept a promise made by Seahawks VP of Community Engagement and Legends Mario Bailey to the CD Panthers a few weeks ago that he would bring some surprise and delight to the #CentralDistrict little league football and cheer program.
Protestors Demand Accountability For Officer Who Laughed About The Death Of Jaahnavi Kandula
Hundreds of protestors marched in South Lake Union to demand accountability for the Seattle police officer who fatally struck Jaahnavi Kandula with his car in January and the vice president of the Seattle police officers guild who was heard on tape mocking the death just hours later.
Seattle Participatory Budgeting Program Prepares for Community Voting Period
They held a session to teach participants and citizens of Seattle about the Participatory Budgeting process, which involves the plan for dispersing $27.25 million across the Black and Brown community.
Rock the ballpark: Luis Castillo rock solid as Mariners take series over Angels
With a strong performance from the pitching staff and just enough offense against a very game Los Angeles Angels team, the Seattle Mariners completed the series win with a 3-2 victory on Wednesday. A tight win and some good vibes may just have Seattle back on track after a rough road trip to begin September.