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The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low interest federal disaster loans to Washington residents affected by the December storms, with loan amounts of up to $2 million for businesses and nonprofits, and up to $500,000 for homeowners.

Angela Poe Russell has written a musical, Aviatrix, about aviation pioneer Bessie Coleman, which will be previewed at the Northwest African American Museum on March 14th and officially debut in June 2026.

Seattle native and Emmy Award-winning screenwriter Dr. Anita M. Cal co-wrote the boxing drama Undercard, starring Wanda Sykes in one of her most dramatic roles to date, which won Best U.S. Narrative Feature at the Newport Beach Film Festival.

Garfield High School PTSA will host the 3rd Annual Bulldogs 4 Life Bash on March 21, aiming to raise essential funds to support students, safeguard teaching positions, and sustain vital programs.

Africatown Community Land Trust co-founder Wyking Garrett unveiled a $107 million investment plan to strengthen Black homeownership, reduce displacement and build economic stability in Seattle's Central District.

Ernest Walker has been appointed as the new Executive Director of POCAAN, bringing with him a vision for growth, sustainability, and deeper community impact.

King County residents, businesses and private nonprofits impacted by the December 2025 severe winter storms can apply for low interest federal disaster loans of up to $2 million for businesses and nonprofits, and up to $500,000 for homeowners, with application deadlines set for spring and late fall.

Jaelynn Scott, executive director of the Lavender Rights Project, has launched a campaign for state representative in Washington's 37th Legislative District, focusing on housing stability, public safety reform, and protecting civil liberties from federal overreach.

The Alliance for Education is inviting the community to nominate Seattle Public Schools leaders and staff for more than $80,000 in competitive grants recognizing excellence in advancing educational justice and racial equity.

Senate Bill 5520, introduced by Sen. Tina Orwall, would revise Washington's Wrongly Convicted Persons Act and remove legal barriers that have forced many exonerees into lengthy and costly litigation, while also extending the statute of limitations for filing a compensation claim and removing the $75,000 cap on attorney fees in wrongful conviction compensation cases.