Through the Static

by Hannah Saunders

This weekly reporting round-up features four pieces, most of which is news other outlets have ignored. This includes a scoop on pro-Palestinian activists dropping an “ISRAEL KILLS” banner at a Seattle Kraken game as part of a nationwide awareness effort, public library staff creating a healthcare resource guide for immigrants and uninsured people, and more. Let’s catch you up-to-date!

King County Library System staff create healthcare resource guide for immigrants, non-citizens, those without insurance

Trump’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” is decimating the U.S.’s for-profit healthcare system, with 11,000 immigrants in Washington having lost Medicaid coverage on Oct. 1. In response, staff with the King County Library System (KCLS) created a healthcare guide for immigrants, non-citizens, and those without health insurance.

One staff member told TtS that this effort is not endorsed by the KCLS, and that physical copies are available at the Kent Panther Lake, Fairwood, Maple Valley, and South Center libraries.

The goal of the KCLS staff’s flyer is to help cover some of these gaps and ensure people can access healthcare, which is a human right.

Click here to learn more.

Photos: Nilu Jenks wins Seattle City Council D5 race

Progressive Nilu Jenks will soon be entering a new position to represent District 5 on the Seattle City Council after defeating Julie Kang in the race. Votes are still being counted, but at the time of reporting, Jenks has 58.56% while Kang has 41.05%.

District 5 encompasses North Seattle and includes Lake City, Bitter Lake, Northgate, and Pinehurst.

View more photos by Gray Trammel here.

Pro-Palestinian activists drop “ISRAEL KILLS” banner at Seattle Kraken game, part of nationwide NHL advocacy effort

Pro-Palestinian activists in Seattle unveiled an “ISRAEL KILLS” banner and Palestinian flag at the Nov. 7 Kraken game in Climate Pledge Arena as part of the Freedom Convoy USA’s nationwide effort to raise awareness at NHL games about the genocide, demand accountability, and cease funding to Israel.

“Pro-Palestinian Seattle activists want to send a message that thoughtful people everywhere need to double down on the public pressure to stop sending billions of dollars to support Israel when we have critical needs at home. In addition to weapons, Israel and its U.S. allies spend millions of US taxpayer money to silence critics,” Freedom Convoy USA stated. “On Friday, Climate Pledge Arena refused to host its own award-winning hometown performing artist, Macklemore, because his Free Palestine tour specifically donates all proceeds to Palestinian humanitarian aid and advocacy organizations. The demand for divestment from Israel and support for a Free Palestine is louder and clearer than ever before.”

The Kraken played the New York Rangers, which won by 4-3, with the Kraken finally waking up in the third period to score all of its goals. About halfway through the second period, two activists showcased the “ISRAEL KILLS” banner, bringing it down the aisle of the arena and placing it against the rink glass. Shortly after, one activist presented a Palestinian flag. All were escorted out by security.

Get the full scoop here.

Second Modern Palaestra nude wrestling for Queer men event coming to Red Panda Muay Thai Nov. 14

A highly anticipated modern palaestra nude wrestling for Queer men event back on Sept. 26 is bringing about “MEGA NUDE WRESTLING,” on Nov. 14 at Red Panda Muay Thai from 8-11 p.m.— and tickets are still available.

“I’ve seen how meaningful and impactful the connection and support can be in the lives of queer men, including my own,” Ben Gibson, organizer, said.

Gibson expects over 100 attendees at the 18+ event for cis and Trans men. Queer men of all body types and backgrounds are welcome to join in wrestling or view the matches. The night will kick-off with an orientation on consent and safety, and those seeking to grapple must agree on intensity levels prior to each round. Rules include immediately stopping when someone says to do so or taps out.

Click here to read the full article.

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