Immigration

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'It was like a typhoon striking': How Hong Kong's attitude toward protests has changed

In 2019, the streets of Hong Kong were filled with tear gas and umbrellas. But how did they get to that point, and what’s happening now? RadioActive’s Lucas Deng wanted to learn more about how protests have changed in Hong Kong over time. So he spoke with a family friend, Mr. Woo, who has lived in Hong Kong for most of his life.

KUOW Newsroom

WA unemployment bill to benefit unauthorized workers likely won't survive

A bill that would provide benefits for people typically excluded from unemployment has received strong support from workers, immigrant rights organizations, and industry groups, but it likely won't make it past Friday's legislative deadline.

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How my grandparents braved tragedy after immigrating to America, and what it means for me

Each person who chooses to immigrate to the United States brings their own unique story and set of circumstances. For Tae-Hyang and Nam-Sook Yu, that was taking a chance and moving from South Korea to the United States. The settled in Seattle, where they faced discrimination and prejudice for the sake of their daughters’ education. RadioActive’s Hayden Andersen has this story about his grandparents and his family history.

KUOW Newsroom

Ongoing sanitation concerns at Tacoma ICE facility have been ignored, says UW report

A recent UW report raises questions about adequate janitorial services at Tacoma’s immigration detention center. The report includes internal emails among ICE staff, noting concerns about cleanliness at the facility.

KUOW Newsroom

ICE detainees in Tacoma reportedly on day three of hunger strike

Detainees at Tacoma’s immigration facility are reportedly on day three of a hunger strike. And a spokesperson for the ICE facility confirms that chemical agents were used Wednesday in response to a disruption there.

Biden administration invites ordinary citizens to help resettle refugees

The Biden administration is encouraging ordinary U.S. citizens to help resettle refugees, via the newly launched sponsorship program Welcome Corps in partnership with non-profit organizations.