As Detainments Increase, Seattle Dedicates $4M to Legal Defense of ImmigrantsA $4 million budget increase for the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) will go toward community grants and legal defense for detained immigrants, Mayor Katie Wilson's office announced. Apr 04 26April 04, 2026Article at southseattleemerald.org
South Park Nonprofit Partners With Seattle Labor Office on Worker Rights ClinicVilla Comunitaria and Seattle's Office of Labor Standards host a South Park clinic to help immigrant workers learn their rights as the city prepares for World Cup crowds. Mar 17 26March 17, 2026Article at southseattleemerald.org
ACRS Revives Free Legal Clinics for Immigrant and Refugee Families in the South EndACRS has relaunched free monthly legal clinics in southeast Seattle, offering pro bono help for immigrant and refugee families. Oct 29 25October 29, 2025Article at southseattleemerald.org
Volunteers Equip South End Businesses With 'Know Your Rights' Material for ICE EncountersIn Seattle's South End, WAND canvassers like Emma Schott and Carrie Hawthorne turn "neighbors help neighbors" into action — bringing rights trainings to day cares, salons, and restaurants as ICE raids escalate nationwide. Oct 23 25October 23, 2025Article at southseattleemerald.org
'We Just Need to Be Creative': South Park Community Event Organizers Prioritize Safety Because of ICE ConcernsIn South Park, almost half of the population identifies as Latino or Hispanic. The Duwamish River Community Coalition (DRCC) recently canceled this year's 19th annual Duwamish River Festival because of a surge in ICE raids nationwide. The event's Jun 27 25June 27, 2025Article at southseattleemerald.org
Sea-Tac Airport Detentions Prompt Travel Warnings for Washington Green-Card HoldersAn Olympia father returning from the Philippines was detained at Sea-Tac Airport — part of a pattern advocates say is targeting green-card holders under renewed federal enforcement. Immigration groups are urging caution and preparation before May 27 25May 27, 2025Article at southseattleemerald.org