Federal Government
Activists monitor Seattle’s Boeing Field deportation flights
When the U.S. government sued King County to resume flights, volunteers set up a way to track “ICE Air,” which transports deportees via private carriers.
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Health
For-profit Tacoma ICE center blocks health and labor inspections
Conditions in the immigrant detention facility have garnered over 300 complaints, but a law to increase state oversight is still tied up in court.
Culture
Seattle movie about loss and gentrification debuts at SIFF
The first feature film by Seattle talent Zia Mohajerjasbi is a lyrical ode to a side of the city not often shown in movies.
Politics
A WA bill protecting name change privacy was just signed into law
As of July 23, people who are trans or queer, those escaping domestic violence, and refugees will be able to change their name confidentially.
Culture
How can Seattle retain artists? Local arts leaders weigh in
Six recently appointed cultural directors make a case for affordable housing and better wages, and tell patrons: Please show up.