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The City of Seattle is honoring Rev. Dr. Robert L. Manaway Sr., longtime pastor of Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, with a street designation in his name. This tribute acknowledges over 40 years of his leadership, faith, and profound community impact. Under his stewardship, the church evolved into a cornerstone institution, expanding its reach to address housing, food security, and broader community support.

The defending Super Bowl champion Seattle Seahawks are preparing for the 2026 season with a strategic focus on reloading rather than rebuilding. Following the departure of Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, the team utilized its first-round draft pick to select Notre Dame running back Jadarian Price, a move intended to rebuild the backfield and maintain offensive balance.

The Seattle and King County Clinic is returning to Seattle Center from April 23 to April 26, providing free medical, dental, and vision services without requiring insurance or identification, addressing critical healthcare access for thousands in the region, particularly immigrants, refugees, and underserved communities.

Urban Connoisseurs will host the Men, Wine, and Spirits Dinner in Seattle, an event dedicated to celebrating Black excellence within the wine and spirits industry and honoring the pioneering legacy of John June Lewis Sr., recognized as the first Black winery owner in the United States.

Detective Denise "Cookie" Bouldin has secured a $750,000 settlement from the City of Seattle, concluding a case that alleged decades of racial and gender discrimination within the Seattle Police Department.

A coalition of 15 state attorneys general and the District of Columbia has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The legal action challenges efforts to roll back key fair housing protections, particularly the use of "disparate impact," a critical tool for identifying discrimination. This move raises concerns that weakening these safeguards could exacerbate housing discrimination.

Financial communication is paramount for the sustained success of relationships, with experts emphasizing that open and honest dialogue about monetary matters is critical for couples to establish a robust financial foundation.

Community advocate Deaunte Damper has been named a grand marshal for the 2026 Seattle Pride Parade, an honor reflecting his years of impactful work at the intersection of Black identity, public health, and LGBTQ advocacy. This recognition aligns with Seattle Pride 2026's theme of 'Rally,' which calls for unity, visibility, and collective action amidst growing challenges for LGBTQIA2S+ communities.

Kyla Marks, a fourth-year dental student at Meharry Medical College, has been crowned Miss Meharry in 2025, becoming the first student from Washington state to earn the prestigious title and highlighting her commitment to inspiring future generations and serving underserved communities through healthcare.

The Washington State Covenant Homeownership Program, championed by State Representative Jamila Taylor, provides down payment and closing cost assistance to historically excluded communities, facilitating their path to homeownership and the accumulation of generational wealth.