COMMENTARY: Juneteenth Proclamations Honor African American Courage, Resilience and American History
From the African American perspective, Juneteenth is not just a date on the calendar. It is a sacred reminder of a painful truth and a powerful promise. It reminds us that on June 19, 1865, enslaved Africans in Galveston, Texas, finally received the news that they were free—more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation […]
Letter to the Editor: Protect Crime Victim Services in Snohomish County
Crime victim services in Washington are facing a serious funding cliff, and consequences will be felt in communities like ours if action is not taken this legislative session. Dawson Place Child Advocacy Center serves children and families impacted by abuse, sexual assault, and other serious crimes in Snohomish County — some of the most vulnerable […]
Judge Ian Birk to Run for State Supreme Court Justice
SEATTLE– State Appeals Court Judge Ian Birk has announced that he will run for State Supreme Court Justice. Birk, 47, has served on Division 1 of the Appellate Court since 2022, following a two-decade year career as a leading litigator and plaintiff’s attorney. He is presently seeking the open seat being vacated by retiring Justice […]
