 “I will be the friend we didn’t have when we needed one the most. It happened to us. We refuse to let it happen again.” Hear from the creators of “We Hereby Refuse,” a graphic novel that chronicles the fights of Japanese Americans who refused to peacefully submit to incarceration during World War II.
 Have you ever stood up for yourself or a friend when a bully tried to put you down? Did it set an example for others to do the same? Auntie Lena, Possum and the Look, Listen & Learn friends explore ways to help kids set boundaries, rise above it, and take a stand.
What's the next step for landlords who can't pay their bills as a result of the fourth rent moratorium extension? Seattle City Councilmember Lisa Herbold talks short term solutions, long term goals and citywide collaboration. Plus, she discusses police use of "less lethal weapons," and more with Council Edition host Brian Callanan.
 How does Capitol Hill’s history as an LGBTQ+ hub shape its future? Local leaders say they want to build on that historical foundation while evolving into a community with increased representation where each individual feels safe to exist in their “full freedom.”
 We’ve reached an incredible moment as a city: Seattle is able to fully reopen and once again come together as a community. We are at this point because of our collective efforts to overcome COVID-19.
Seattle's success in pulling through the pandemic is thanks to residents who prioritized community-wide health and acted in their neighbors' interests, alongside their own. Now Seattleites need to bring that same sense of civic and city pride to recovery efforts. Downtown small businesses, cultural institutions, and workers need our support – they can’t fully reopen or recover without us.
One way to support downtown's recovery is the upcoming Welcome Back Weeks, which will occur from July 12 – 26 and feature promotions across downtown neighborhoods with large-scale events taking place in the Chinatown-International District, Pioneer Square, and Westlake.
The City of Seattle is proud to host these events with a focus on supporting local BIPOC artists and musicians, small businesses, and community-based and neighborhood organizations. Come downtown to celebrate alongside us!
If you are 12 or older and live, work, or go to school in Washington, book your first and second appointments or schedule just a second appointment today at the City of Seattle's vaccination site. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian when they receive their vaccine and require authorization from a parent or guardian during the registration process. Vaccinations do not require an advance appointment, are free, insurance is not required, and while presenting an ID card at the time of your vaccination is recommended, it is not a requirement.
Where to get vaccinated:
For the most comprehensive and up-to-date information visit the City’s vaccination website at www.seattle.gov/vaccine. The site contains vaccine information in seven languages, and in-language assistance is also available over the phone with the Customer Service Bureau Monday–Saturday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (206) 684-2489.
Even as more residents get vaccinated, please continue to follow all public health guidance. Visit this website from Public Health – Seattle & King County for more information.
If you have symptoms of COVID-19, schedule a free test at one of the city's sites.
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