Beniam Yetbarek recently visited The Day With Trae, hosted this week by Besa Gordon, to talk about the Art Walk at KOLORS and his activism through visual storytelling. Yetbarek is a digital media artist and manages his online portfolio, B.Y. Visuals.

Yetbarek is one of the first few Black artists to host Art Walk in Pioneer Square. The show opened on Thursday, June 6, and attracted over 200 attendees.

The journey began here in Washington when a teacher loaned a guitar to teenage Eva Walker and from that moment, she blossomed from the concrete and pursued music to it’s fullest capacity. From the first moment of touching and feeling a guitar, it brought back the fact she always wanted to play this instrument but unfortunately did not have the access to one. 

Converge Media's own Deaunte Damper, host of "We Live in Color," stepped in for Besa Gordon on FOX 13 Seattle's Good Day Seattle with Erin Mayovsky yesterday. Gordon is currently taking time off to address some health concerns, and Damper will be hosting her show until Gordon returns. 

With some struggles from the field to begin the 2024 season, there’s some worry about Seattle Storm guard Jewell Loyd and her scoring, as she hasn’t been able to be efficient in the teams first 16 games of the season. Against an Indiana Fever team that struggles to protect the paint against guards, the opportunity for Loyd to have a big impact lies ahead.

Recently on "The Day with Trae," founder of Inspirational Productions, Sheila "Kay" Blackwell, stopped by to talk with host Trae Holiday about her upcoming video shoot for her latest song, "Black Voice Crying Out."

Her business, Inspirational Productions, is dedicated to promoting shows and events that uplift humanity. Her video shoot on June 29 is not just about uplifting others but also about rediscovering Kay’s dreams now that her kids are grown.

Last Saturday, a Unity Walk was held in Renton, Washington to raise awareness about gun violence. The event was organized by Dr. James E. Sears III, who expressed his concern over the lack of action from his peers regarding the issue.

The Black Media Matters Studio was filled with a mix of emotions today as Besa Gordon, the beloved host of Back2Besa, made a special appearance to support Deaunte Damper in his debut as the new guest host. Besa's visit was not to be in front of the camera but to work behind the scenes, ensuring everything was perfect for Deaunte's first recording of her show Back2Besa.

Seattle Opera's 2024 season is set to open with a bang, presenting the timeless Italian opera, Pagliacci. This production, known for its iconic aria "Vesti la giubba," will take the stage at McCaw Hall from August 3rd to 17th.

Karrie Williams, also known as Kuddie Fresh, embodies a multifaceted presence in the music industry and beyond. With over two decades of experience, he has seamlessly woven his roles as a music producer, artist, educator, and community leader into a cohesive narrative of creativity and empowerment.

The City of Seattle will invest $1.2 million across three organizations—API Chaya, Collective Justice, and Seattle’s LGBTQ+ Center—to support community-led initiatives and programs addressing domestic violence throughout 2024 and 2025.

In this segment of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday welcomes back Evan Cook, a Federal Way-based community leader, author, and founder of Restoring Mindz. Cook, who has become a cornerstone in South King County through his work as a football coach, joins Holiday to discuss his latest initiative: the More Than Athletes Summer Camp. Cook created the foundation of this camp after a mental health crisis while searching for an identity beyond sports following his college football career at Eastern Washington University.

Since 2013 the Seattle band Breaks and Swells have been stylishly igniting parties, gradually growing their fan base with their unique sound and their diverse lineup. 

Besa Gordon, the beloved host of the show Back2Besa on FOX 13 Seattle, recently opened up about her ongoing struggle with eczema and topical steroid withdrawal (TSW). In a heartfelt blog post, she shared the physical and emotional toll these conditions have taken on her, revealing the embarrassment and discomfort she has experienced due to her skin's appearance.

This past Juneteenth weekend, the Veterans Memorial Coliseum in Portland, Oregon, was transformed into a vibrant hub of Black cowboy culture. The 8 Seconds Juneteenth Rodeo, a unique event that paid homage to the legacy of Black rodeo while showcasing the talents of today's cowboys and cowgirls, brought together the community for a weekend of thrilling competition, delicious food, and lively music

Rowan Schaberg of Circling Seattle Sports provides is top takeaways from the thrilling Seattle Storm win over the Connecticut Sun at Climate Pledge Arena.

The Seattle Storm used their strong defensive effort and a balanced offensive effort from their starting five to defeat the Connecticut Sun at home, beginning a nine-game homestand with a victory.

Juneteenth is a time to commemorate Black freedom and liberation, and this year the Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) hosted a vibrant weekend of events to mark the occasion. With a focus on community, education, and the celebration of Black history, art, and culture, Juneteenth 2024 was a resounding success.

Charles Hamaker of Circling Seattle Sports provides is top takeaways from the electric Seattle Sounders FC 3-2 comeback victory against FC Dallas at Lumen Field.

Down by two goals with around 20 minutes left to play in regulation, the Seattle Sounders FC seemed destined to drop more points at home. That all changed as the Rave Green stunned FC Dallas with a three goal comeback to secure all three points and give themselves a high point in the 2024 season.