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Seattle Now

KUOW News and Information

A daily news podcast for a curious city. Seattle Now brings you quick, informal, and hyper-local news updates every weekday.

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15:46

Sue Bird: superstar player, Seattle icon, Hall of Famer

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/10

Sue Bird was forever immortalized this past weekend, into the Basketball Hall of Fame. After 21 years in Seattle, it’s easy to see why. Seattle Now Sports Correspondent Vaughan Jones is here to paint the full picture of Sue Bird the player, activist and Seattle icon. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us

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8:38

Tuesday Evening Headlines

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/10

Microsoft calls employees back to the office three days a week, e-bike and e-scooter injuries are on the rise, and King County gives out grants to reduce food waste. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.Tap hereto make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us atseattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a

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13:28

Firefighters arrested at Bear Gulch may have been set up

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/09

The Bear Gulch fire is now estimated to be more than 10,000 acres, in the Olympic National Forest. Two men who were fighting that fire were arrested and detained by federal immigration officials last month. We talk with Stateline reporter Alex Brown, who reports that firefighters familiar with the incident believe the management team overseeing the fire crews played a role in handing over the men to immigration authorities. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap hereto make a

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10:27

Monday Evening Headlines

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/09

Several new lightning-ignited fires are burning in Washington, President Trump is threatening to send the National Guard to Portland, and conservative activist and initiative sponsor Brian Haywood has a couple of new initiatives he's trying to get on the November ballot. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.Tap hereto make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about

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14:56

For Seattle police, federal oversight is over. What's...

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/08

For the last 13 years, the Seattle Police Department has answered directly to the federal government. But last week the consent decree ended. KUOW’s Amy Radil talks about why the decree happened, why it lasted so long and what might be next for police accountability in Seattle. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us

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16:47

Saturday Special: Fred Hutch Cancer Center celebrates...

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/06

Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom… The Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center celebrated its 50th anniversary this week - the center has evolved from a scrappy lab doing what some considered risky science, into one of the top cancer centers in the world. International students have brought needed revenue to colleges in recent years, especially community colleges where local enrollment has fallen… But getting permission to study in the U-S has gotten harder under

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11:05

Friday Evening Headlines

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/05

Seattle closes three parks due to safety concerns, Mayor Harrell proposes plan to boost food access, and Seattle Storm legend Sue Bird will enter the Hall of Fame on Saturday. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.Tap hereto make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us atseattlenow@kuow.org,

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25:41

Casual Friday with Marcus Harrison Green and Jane C. Hu

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/05

This week… Autonomous vehicles are making their way to Seattle… But they have to have people in the drivers’ seat for a while. Speaking of cars, the number of cars in Seattle has plateaued in recent years. And a tale of two memberships… Costco is opening its doors an hour early for its highest tier of members. South Seattle Emerald Founder Marcus Harrison Green and Science Journalist Jane C. Hu are here to break down the week. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners

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8:53

Thursday Evening Headlines

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/04

WA's top health official issues order that anyone can get a Covid vaccine, tariffs will cost jobs and raise prices in WA according to new report, and undercover cops will attend Seahawks games, dressed as opposing fans. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.Tap hereto make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear

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14:19

Confused about how vaccines will work this year?...

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/04

West Coast states are teaming up to issue their own vaccine guidelines in the face of rapid changes at the CDC and FDA The federal turmoil has some people wondering what this means for their seasonal shots. UW’s Dr. Helen Chu is here to clarify what you need to know about vaccines, illnesses, and insurance coverage this year. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to

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8:18

Wednesday Evening Headlines

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/03

WA forms West Coast alliance to protect vaccine access, Seattle Police released from federal oversight, and Waymo's robotaxis are coming to Seattle. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.Tap hereto make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us atseattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206)

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16:48

"Live at the Neptune" grant gives a Seattle band the...

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/03

The Neptune Theatre in the U-District is usually a place for touring musicians. Now a new grant from local arts organizations is opening the door to local music - by hosting a Seattle band on stage at the 1,000-person venue for a live recorded show. Grant winner RUB is here to talk about their music, and this opportunity. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We

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7:49

Tuesday Evening Headlines

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/02

Seattle sues gun manufacturer Glock, Amazon to crack down on sharing Prime memberships, and leashed dogs are now allowed in passenger areas on ferries. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.Tap hereto make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us atseattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at

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10:48

Scathing audit of King County agency turns up lax...

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/02

A new audit is putting the spotlight on King County's Department of Community and Human Services, whose actions allowed potential fraud and numerous improper payments to contractors.The report by county auditors found a massive lack of oversight.KUOW’s Ann Dornfeld has been reporting on this story, and the fallout. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap hereto make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want

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18:47

The Best Bites and Slurps of the Summer

Seattle Now ·

2025/09/01

This Labor Day, Seattle Now is bringing you a bonus episode from KUOW's food podcast Seattle Eats. On this episode, Tan Vinh reflects on the best bites and slurps of the summer with Rachel Belle. While Labor Day may feel like the end of summer, it’s not over yet. Tan and Rachel also have some places you should try before fall weather rolls in. Read more of Tan’s reporting on what to try before summer ends:new Seattle restaurants to try before summer ends And find everything Rachel Belle

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19:56

Saturday Special: Medicaid cuts are making Washington...

Seattle Now ·

2025/08/30

Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom… Federal Medicaid cuts are causing anxiety for a Bellevue family whose son has a disability. Local governments in Washington are using ChatGPT to do a lot. You can find it in social media posts, speeches, and even policy. And Washington’s beloved reptile zoo is closing this October. Families are rushing to say a final goodbye or a first hello to the favorite cold bloodied friends. We can only make Seattle Now because

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9:14

Friday Evening Headlines

Seattle Now ·

2025/08/29

An update on the firefighters arrested at the Bear Gulch fire yesterday, a forecast of the future of lightning in the region, and some suggestions for some local long weekend fun. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us

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25:51

Casual Friday with Joe Veyera and Phil Burton

Seattle Now ·

2025/08/29

Some city governments in Washington are outsourcing all kinds of things to generative AI. Dogs are now free to roam around Washington state ferries, sort of. And more speed cameras in school zones might make school drop-off and pick up a little less intense. Factal Editor Joe Veyera and Comedian Phil Burton are here to break down the week. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story

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7:30

Thursday Evening Headlines

Seattle Now ·

2025/08/28

Two firefighters arrested by Border Patrol in WA, Microsoft fires two employees involved in protests, and the Seahawks unveil a new alternate uniform. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.Tap hereto make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us atseattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206)

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12:46

Why people are protesting Microsoft tech used by Israel

Seattle Now ·

2025/08/28

Big Tech companies are powerful, influential, and often hard to holdaccountable. But No Azure for Apartheid is trying to get Microsoft to make changesthrough protests. Those protests have escalated recently. There’s lots to talk about and Geekwire reporter and co-founder Todd Bishop ishere to discuss. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed. Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from

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