Kent Black Action Commission Advocates For Dr. King Highway Renaming

The Kent Black Action Commission (KBAC) is spearheading a petition to rename nearly 10 miles of Benson Highway through Renton, Kent, and parts of unincorporated King County with honorary signage bearing Dr. King’s name. With support from State Representative Mia Gregerson and coordination from the Washington State Department of Transportation, this effort aims to extend Martin Luther King Jr. Way from Seattle deeper into South King County—without impacting existing addresses or road names. The initiative invites community involvement through petition signing and engagement with local representatives, underscoring the importance of honoring Dr. King’s legacy in the region. Executive Director Gwen Allen-Carsten joins us to share more about this movement, its significance, and how the community can get involved. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.