Tragic Stabbing at Seattle Light Rail Claims Life of Local Chef; Community Rallies in Support

SEATTLE — A tragic incident unfolded in Seattle in May when Corey Bellett, a 37-year-old local chef, was fatally stabbed at Capitol Hill Light Rail Station. The event, captured on surveillance video, has stirred concerns about safety in public transit areas. On the evening of May 11, just before 6 p.m., Bellett encountered 26-year-old Shawn Patrick Moore inside the station. What appeared to be a minor brush escalated swiftly into a physical altercation. Court documents …

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Chef Michael Rafidi Takes Home Back-to-Back James Beard Awards Overwhelmed with Gratitude

Washington, D.C. has recently celebrated its success at the James Beard Foundation Restaurant and Chef Awards, with two local chefs taking home prestigious honors. Among the winners was Michael Rafidi, recognized as an outstanding chef for his exceptional culinary skills at the Michelin-starred Levantine restaurant, Albi. Rafidi proudly dedicated his award to the Palestinian people, showcasing his commitment to his heritage and culinary craft. The awards ceremony, held at Chicago’s Lyric Opera, not only highlighted …

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