We’re still riding the wave of radical joy from May when friends, family, and allies gathered to celebrate We Live In Color host Deaunte Damper’s birthday and his appointment as 2026 Seattle Pride Grand Marshal.

While blood donation is a cornerstone of modern healthcare, its availability is deeply unequal. According to a study conducted by Bloodworks Northwest, only 1% of Black Americans donate blood annually, compared to roughly 3% of the general U.S. population.

Seattle’s cultural landscape is about to shine a little brighter. This fall, Pacific Northwest Ballet (PNB) is launching its 54th season, starting strong with the return of George Balanchine’s iconic masterpiece, Serenade.

Terrain, a grassroots nonprofit organization that has championed the local art scene since 2008, is preparing to host its 17th annual Flagship Event on October 2nd, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Artist Symonne Larison brought high saturation, deep contrast, and blunt honesty to the Seattle waterfront with her latest exhibition at Colman Commons. 

Colman Commons never goes out of style. Fashion designer Nate Alexander recently stopped by Colman Commons to showcase his original, one-of-one custom designs from his brand Mainly Razedebar.

Jerome Hunter, an educator, speaker, thought leader, and Seattle School for Boys co-founder, recently joined guest host Omari Salisbury on The Mother’s Justice Show for a conversation on healthy masculinity, middle school boys, violence prevention, and community care.

In an era dominated by manicured feeds and the relentless chase of the next viral trend, Seattle-based lifestyle creator Rasheed Romain is advocating for a different approach: honest, community-driven content creation.

Join Converge Media for the 100th episode of We Live in Color, a special live event celebrating host Deaunte Damper and the Season 4 finale, taking place on Thursday, September 10th at the historic Langston Hughes Performing Arts Institute.

At the Colman Commons Grand Opening, The Elite Collective partnered with The Smile Patrol to bring the ultimate 360 photobooth experience, capturing every smile, every dance move, and every moment of pure Black joy. 

Kicking off PNW Influencer & Creator week on The Pop-Up!, host The Big O welcomed Tacoma-based humanitarian, producer, and creator Kwabi Amoah-Forson, who pulled back the curtain on his life's mission and The Tacoma Show. 

Last month, the Seattle community gathered to witness the Grand Opening of Colman Commons. For Veronica Very, the founder and visionary of Wonder of Women (WOW) International, this momentous event was a milestone in her lifelong dedication to healing, art, and community.

At the 18th annual Big Day of Play, recently held at Rainier Playfield, traditional metrics of public success were replaced by a simpler baseline: thousands of neighbors moving, playing, and reclaiming public spaces together. 

The Colman Commons Grand Opening recently honored a panel of Black women in the arts. Taking center stage was Takiyah "TDUB" Ward, the newly appointed Creative Director of Colman Commons and the owner of The Re-Sole 206. 

On a special edition of The Day With Trae, host Trae Holiday sat down with cast members Nadia Brown and Rachel Leslie to discuss the touring production of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, currently captivating audiences at the Paramount Theatre.

The recent Colman Commons Grand Opening featured a historic panel of Black women in Seattle arts. Among the visionaries honored was Jazmyn Scott, the force behind cultural hub and fine art gallery ARTE NOIR, who shared her truths about resilience, community, and what it truly means to fund Black creativity.

The Day With Trae host Trae Holiday recently sat down with healing artist Heru TchaasAmen to discuss the urgent need to revive Critical Conversations, a community forum originally curated by the late and beloved Dr. Maxine Mimms.

September is right around the corner, and here in Washington that means it’s almost time for the State’s Biggest Party! This is where once-a-year traditions meet new memories, a celebration of everything that makes our state special.

The Seattle music and cultural landscape is witnessing the rise of a multi-talented force. On a recent episode of The Pop-Up! with host The Big O, artist Jwavy stopped by the Black Media Matters studios to discuss her unique artistry, community initiatives, and the philosophy driving her success.

By Trae Holiday, Host of The Day With Trae - Dr. Maxine Mimms was beloved by all who encountered her. Critical Conversations was one of the spaces where she demonstrated this love for people. She would invite people into the circle to share their feelings, experiences, expertise, wisdom, concerns, angst, joys, pains, and more.