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Inspiration & resources to amplify Black voices, foster anti-racism

SEATTLE CHANNEL STAFF Seattle Channel is dedicated to the creation and promotion of programming that highlights the diverse civic and cultural landscape of Seattle. We are committed to giving voice to underrepresented communities, including our Black, indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) neighbors. We stand in solidarity for Black lives… [ Keep reading ]

Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month

BY ERIN JONES / SEATTLE CHANNEL MULTIMEDIA INTERN Chinese immigrants moved to Seattle starting back in the 1860s, followed by Japanese in the 1880s, and then Pacific Islanders in the early 1900s. Today, Seattle’s Asian and Pacific Islander communities make up more than 15 percent of the city’s population, representing… [ Keep reading ]

Nancy Guppy on the art of the interview

BY ERIN JONES / SEATTLE CHANNEL MULTIMEDIA INTERN She’s an actress, comedian, and a local icon. For more than 30 years, Nancy Guppy has been a mainstay on Seattle televisions. She got her start on “Almost Live!,” a sketch comedy show that aired for 15 years on KING-TV. These days,… [ Keep reading ]

An Art Zone performance a day, will keep the self-isolation blues away

BY ERIN JONES / SEATTLE CHANNEL MULTIMEDIA INTERN Music has a way of lifting our spirits. With all concerts in Seattle being postponed or cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic, we put together a list of past Art Zone performances for you to get your feet moving and body swaying while… [ Keep reading ]

Take an Art Break while sheltering in place with these funny, joyful features

Quickly running through your favorite movie reruns and online streaming playlists? We’ve got you covered!

Seattle Channel receives 16 Northwest Emmy nominations

Seattle Channel is honored to receive 16 Northwest Regional Emmy Award nominations from the Northwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). Nominations were received in a wide range of categories including health/science, politics/government, arts/entertainment, and human interest.

Struggling to pass the time while sheltering in place? Turn the page with these Book Lust recommendations

BY ERIN JONES / SEATTLE CHANNEL MULTIMEDIA INTERN There’s no better way to escape reality than picking up a good book. That’s why the Seattle Channel has put together a list of engaging books for you to read while you shelter in place during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. All featured… [ Keep reading ]

A message to our viewers: Seattle Channel during COVID-19 pandemic

Dear viewers, Thank you all for the steps that you’ve taken to help minimize the spread of COVID-19 in our region these past few weeks. Our hearts go out to those affected by the coronavirus. These are very challenging times, to say the least, and as the City of Seattle… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Channel wins National Excellence in Government Programming Award

Municipal TV station recognized with 17 first-place awards in national competition Seattle Channel was named among the best municipal television stations in the nation Thursday night when it received the prestigious Overall Excellence in Government Programming award at the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA) annual conference held… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Channel’s Shannon Gee recognized for award-winning films, leadership

Seattle Channel General Manager Shannon Gee was recognized Thursday night for her more than two decades of creating award-winning documentaries, many of which highlight Seattle’s Asian American community. The International Examiner awarded Gee with a Leadership in Media Community Voice Award, an honor bestowed upon exceptional leaders in the Asian… [ Keep reading ]