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Sheila Winston, a business consultant with Chase, appeared on the Seattle Medium's Rhythm & News Podcast to provide insights into budgeting as an effective strategy for managing personal finances.

In a move to uphold diversity and inclusion, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland of Washington's 10th District spearheads a bipartisan initiative to prevent the reinstatement of Confederate names on U.S. military bases. This effort comes in response to the Trump administration's indication of reversing prior renaming actions aimed at promoting equity.

The Washington State Transportation Commission has sanctioned the renaming of a 10-mile segment of Benson Highway, traversing Renton, Kent, and unincorporated King County, to Martin Luther King Jr. Way. This decision follows nearly two years of dedicated organizing, advocacy, and public engagement, reflecting the community's commitment to honoring legacy and resilience.

Rhonda Lewis has been appointed to represent District 2 on the King County Council, making history as the first Black woman to serve on the Council. Her appointment signifies a pivotal moment as women now constitute the majority of the nine-member Council for the first time in King County's history.

Dr. Carl Mack and Christopher B. Bennett engaged in a dialogue on the Seattle Medium's Rhythm & News Podcast, addressing the Seattle King County NAACP's readiness to advance, following up on a prior discussion regarding the organization's future direction.

Seattle Public Library will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Douglass-Truth Branch, a cornerstone of cultural heritage in the Central District, with a community-wide celebration on December 13.

The Washington State Department of Commerce has initiated its inaugural reparations study aimed at descendants of enslaved Africans, marking a significant step in addressing historical injustices. However, the selection of Truclusion as the consulting firm to conduct the study has raised concerns among community leaders regarding the firm's qualifications, its cultural connections to Washington's Black community, and the transparency of the state's procurement process.

The Seattle-King County NAACP has resumed full operations following the national office's decision to lift a suspension on local elections. This development comes after the completion of an internal review, which identified database anomalies during the branch's 2024 elections.

As the holiday season unfolds, scammers are exploiting the rush of shopping and travel, with nearly one-third of Americans succumbing to online scams last year. In Washington state alone, consumers reported losses exceeding $302 million due to fraudulent activities.

The Seattle Medium and Bennett Media Group, in collaboration with local partners, will host a food drive this Saturday, aiming to address food insecurity and ensure that all families have access to nourishment during the holiday season.