Sue Rahr Appointed as New Interim Seattle Police Chief
On Wednesday, May 29, Mayor of Seattle Bruce Harrell announced that he had appointed Sue Rahr as interim chief of the Seattle Police Department. “Sue Rahr is uniquely qualified to …
July 2024
BC Counseling Hosts Mental Health Event for Faculty
Members from BC’s counseling office will conduct a mental health advocacy workshop on July 26 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through zoom. Faculty members can attend this event for …
BC Media Center’s Virtual Reality Lab Could Provide New Learning Opportunities for Students
The Bellevue College Library and Media Center has long been interested in developing a lab at the cutting edge of technology. With the assistance of one of their founders, Fulbright …
Seattle Police Officer Fired For Comments Over Pedestrian’s Death- Could this Signal a New Era of Accountability for the Seattle PD?
In Jan. 2023, Northeastern graduate student Jaahnavi Kandula, was struck and killed by Seattle PD officer Kevin Dave, prompting another officer, Daniel Auderer, to deem her life as having “limited …
The High Stakes and Surprising Outcomes of the MLB Draft
The MLB All-Star Week started last Monday, and with it comes the MLB rookie draft. The first thing to know about the event is that the MLB draft functions very …
Dr. Jorge de la Torre Selected as BC’s New Vice President of Administrative Services
After a gradual selection process, BC President David May welcomes Dr. Jorge de la Torre as the school’s next vice president of administrative services. Dr. de la Torre assumed his …
Mariners Mid-Season Recap: All-Star Break Insights and Outlook
The MLB season is soon nearing its annual all-star break. At this point, it’s important to see where the Mariners stand in terms of how likely they are to make …
Can’t-Miss Summer 2024 Events in Washington
One of the many reasons we enjoy summer are the beautiful beaches and finding time to spend with our family and friends. Apart from relaxing on the warm sand are …
Articles of Impeachment Brought Against Supreme Court Justices Following Period of Historic Unpopularity
On July 10, articles of impeachment were introduced against Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito. This follows a period of historic unpopularity for the Supreme Court, and may …
Trump Selects Former Critic J.D. Vance as New VP
On July 15, former President Donald Trump took the stage of the Republican National Convention to announce Senator J.D. Vance as his Vice Presidential pick. This speech, coming on the …
Can’t Take the Heat? Safety Tips for Washington’s Recent Heat Index
As enjoyable as the clear skies, high sun and almost-perfect beach weather is, the recent summer heat has caused multiple heat advisories to be alarmed across Washington State in cities …
Bellevue College Adopts Policy Addressing Free Speech on Campus
In light of the recent encampment protest in the Quad at the University of Washington, Bellevue College has adopted policy 6120 regarding the use of college facilities for expressive activity. …
BC Wellness Center Hosting Summer Outings
Despite the recent heat wave, you can always count on the Bellevue College Wellness Center to put on outdoor activities to help interested students stay active not only in the …
2024 NBA Draft Highlights: Father-Son Duo Enters the Game and “The French Invasion” Continues
From June 26 to 27, the NBA held its annual NBA Draft, where the top college basketball prospects are selected by all 30 teams. This year’s draft had several highlights …
Village Theatre in Issaquah Hosts a Weekend of New Musicals Celebrating 21 Years of the Festival
The Village Theatre in Issaquah will host its 21st Annual Festival of New Musicals from Aug. 2 through Aug. 4. Four new musicals, currently in development, will make their stage …
Seattle Music Festivals to Keep Summer Rocking: 4 Musical Events Not to Miss
Summer is the season of hot days, late nights and great memories. Therefore, it should be no surprise that one of the most popular summer pastimes is concerts and music …
The Legacy of Willie Mays: A Tribute to the Passing of a Baseball Great
The history of baseball cannot go without certain names being mentioned. People like Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, Henry Aaron, Jackie Robinson and Barry Bonds are all integral to the story, …
Summer Safety Tips: How to Prepare for the Summertime Heat Wave
As the summer months heat up, it is important to prioritize safety. Awareness of possible hazards and taking necessary precautions can help ensure a summer filled with both fun and …