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00:08:31

Seattle Mayor Meltdown: Katie Wilson’s $13 Million...

Left Coast News ·

2026/10/06

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson is facing growing criticism after a reported $13 million police contract miscalculation added to a string of controversies inside City Hall. From her early clashes with Seattle’s business community to the Microsoft Copilot reversal, the Bite of Seattle communications breakdown, and now a costly budget error, questions are mounting about whether activist-style politics can translate into competent city leadership.In this episode, we break down the decisions, the political

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00:09:18

One Year, Millions Spent, Portland’s Shelter SHUT DOWN

Left Coast News ·

2026/10/06

Portland’s largest overnight emergency shelter is closing after just one year, and the fallout is raising serious questions about homelessness policy, taxpayer accountability, public safety, and City Hall’s approach to the crisis.In this episode of Left Coast News, we break down the closure of Portland’s Northwest Northrup shelter, the millions spent, the neighborhood backlash, the ongoing lawsuit, and the city’s decision to redirect shelter residents elsewhere.Was this really a successful

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00:09:34

Seattle Budget Cuts Could Pull 6 Fire Units Off the...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/30

Seattle’s proposed budget has sparked concerns over fire department staffing, emergency response times, and police recruitment. In this Left Coast News episode, we examine claims that budget changes could leave four to six fire units out of service on some days, reduce firefighter staffing, and weaken Seattle’s police hiring pipeline. What could these decisions mean for 911 callers, first responders, and public safety across the city? The proposal deserves a close look—and Seattle residents deserve

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00:09:29

Chelan County’s 44-Acre Permit Demand: A Washington...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/29

A Chelan County landowner says he spent five years and nearly $300,000 navigating permit requirements to build a home on his property—and was then told to place 44.2 acres under a permanent conservation restriction. In this episode of Left Coast News, we examine the Tyler Chambers case, Washington’s permitting process, the county’s environmental review demands, and the Fifth Amendment question at the heart of the dispute: when does regulation become a taking of private property? This is a

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00:14:29

The Perfect Storm Is Building: Fuel, War,...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/28

Shipping costs are surging, diesel prices are climbing, global conflicts are threatening critical trade routes, cyberattacks are targeting infrastructure, and the bond market is flashing serious warning signs.In this episode of Behind the Line Podcast, we connect the dots between the Strait of Hormuz, Iran, the war in Ukraine, rising freight and fuel costs, threats to power and water infrastructure, and growing pressure in the U.S. Treasury market.Are these isolated problems, or are multiple

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00:09:21

Washington’s $500 Gun Permit: The New Paywall on Your...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/26

Washington State’s new permit-to-purchase system is set to take effect May 1, 2027, adding new requirements before residents can legally purchase a firearm.In this episode of Left Coast News, we break down the permit process, application fees, fingerprinting, required firearms training, renewal requirements, and the potential total cost for Washington gun owners.Could these requirements put a significant financial burden on working-class residents trying to exercise their Second Amendment rights

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00:11:45

Your Vote Means Nothing? WA Supreme Court Strikes...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/24

The Washington State Supreme Court has struck down Initiative 2066, the voter-approved measure dealing with natural gas access and Washington’s energy policies.In this episode of Left Coast News, we break down the court’s single-subject ruling, what I-2066 attempted to change, and what the decision means for natural gas customers, utilities, state energy policy, and Washington’s citizen initiative process.We also examine the larger constitutional debate over voter-approved initiatives, including

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00:16:03

Seattle City Council Now Has Its Own Violence...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/22

Seattle is once again debating how to confront gun violence. We break down the competing approaches from Councilmember Maritza Rivera and Mayor Katie Wilson, the research behind focused deterrence, Seattle’s proposed partnership with the National Network for Safe Communities, and the role of police, community intervention, youth services, and accountability.The question is simple: Will Seattle’s strategy actually reduce shootings and make the city safer?#Seattle #SeattleCrime #GunViolence

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00:12:49

$6 Diesel: A “Small Price to Pay”

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/21

Gas and diesel prices are hammering American families, truckers, farmers, commuters, and small businesses. At the same time, President Donald Trump has described higher fuel costs as a “small price to pay” in connection with preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.On this episode of Behind the Line Podcast, we examine the growing disconnect between Washington and the working Americans actually paying the bill at the pump.We break down the impact of the Iran conflict on global energy markets,

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00:11:46

Seattle Mass Shooter Freed Early by Judge — Shoots...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/19

In 2016, Alrick Hollingsworth opened fire at a crowded Seattle bus stop at 3rd and Pine, wounding five people. Despite prosecutors demanding 15 years, King County Superior Court Judge Averil Rothrock handed down a lenient sentence so he could "improve himself." Less than seven months after walking out of prison, Hollingsworth is back behind bars—charged with shooting a man in the neck in Federal Way in front of children and caught by Bellevue police carrying a loaded, chambered .45-caliber handgun

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00:11:11

Seattle’s New Gun Violence Plan: Why It Won’t Stop...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/16

Seattle has unveiled a new plan to combat gun violence, but will it actually make the city safer?In this episode of Left Coast News, we examine Seattle’s latest gun violence strategy, including millions of dollars for community violence intervention programs, expanded patrols, academic research, violence-prevention initiatives, and proposed restrictions on firearms in public spaces.But there’s a bigger question: What happens when police arrest violent repeat offenders, only to see them return to the

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00:08:12

Long Beach Budget Crisis: Police & Fire Cuts Threaten...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/14

Long Beach, California is facing a staggering $58.2 million structural budget deficit, and police officers, firefighters, detectives, and frontline emergency services could pay the price.In this episode of Left Coast News, we examine the proposed Long Beach budget cuts, including reductions to the Long Beach Police Department, the elimination of police officer positions, cuts to overtime and investigative resources, and proposals affecting Long Beach Fire Department equipment and services.But how

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00:12:24

California Death Penalty Showdown: Becerra, Newsom &...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/12

California’s death penalty is once again at the center of a major political and constitutional fight.California gubernatorial candidate Xavier Becerra says that, if elected, he would extend Gov. Gavin Newsom’s moratorium on executions. Becerra’s position is notable because, while serving as California attorney general, he previously expressed support for capital punishment and his office defended death sentences.In this episode of Left Coast News, we examine California’s long-running battle over the

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00:09:06

$1.17 BILLION in Questioned Costs: What Happened...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/09

$1.17 BILLION in Questioned Costs: What Happened Under Jay Inslee?Washington taxpayers deserve answers.A Washington State Auditor review identified $1.17 billion in questioned costs tied to federal COVID-19 relief funding, raising serious concerns about documentation, internal controls, eligibility verification, and oversight across state agencies. “Questioned costs” do not automatically mean fraud, but they can involve expenditures that auditors could not verify as compliant with federal

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00:09:27

Seattle Mass Shooting Suspect FREE After Just 3 Years...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/08

William Tolliver has been released from prison following the deadly 2020 downtown Seattle mass shooting at 3rd Avenue and Pine Street that killed Tanya Jackson and wounded seven others, including a 9-year-old boy. The Seattle shooting suspect ultimately received a 48-month sentence after King County prosecutors reduced the original first-degree murder case to second-degree manslaughter, third-degree assault, and unlawful firearm possession.On January 22, 2020, at least 24 rounds were fired in

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00:09:04

California Shocker: Emergency Rent Relief Diverted...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/07

Hundreds of days after devastating wildfires flattened communities across Los Angeles County, fire victims are still stuck in regulatory limbo waiting on basic building permits. Meanwhile, county leadership quietly established an "Emergency Rent Relief" priority fund pulling millions of taxpayer dollars to cover back rent for households impacted by federal immigration enforcement.In this episode of Left Coast News, former law enforcement investigator breaks down the facts behind the LA County Board

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00:10:03

American Students Pay Double While Non-Citizens Get...

Left Coast News ·

2026/09/01

The U.S. Department of Justice has officially filed federal lawsuits against Washington, Oregon, Arizona, and New Mexico—bringing the total to 21 states challenged for providing in-state tuition rates and state financial aid to undocumented residents while charging out-of-state U.S. citizens tens of thousands more. In this episode of Left Coast News, we break down the constitutional violations under 8 U.S.C. § 1623, the multi-million dollar economic impact on taxpayers, and why federal courts across

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00:09:43

Massacre in Kenscoff: How Haiti’s Gang Cartels Are...

Left Coast News ·

2026/08/31

In one of the deadliest coordinated assaults in recent memory, heavily armed cartel militants stormed the mountain community of Kenscoff, Haiti, executing at least 47 people—including 22 inside the Ark of the New Testament Evangelical Church—and abducting over 50 hostages. In this comprehensive report, we break down the operational anatomy of the attack, the deliberate targeting of Christian congregations, the transnational weapons pipeline fueling the cartels, and why this crisis poses an

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00:04:02

The Venezuela Oil Deal: What the Media Left Out

Left Coast News ·

2026/08/30

Mainstream headlines are celebrating a massive agreement granting majority control over 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil, promising quick relief at the pump. But what is the operational and financial reality on the ground?In this breakdown, we examine the critical facts being overlooked:Why subterranean heavy crude in the Orinoco Belt won't lower pump prices anytime soonThe massive $100 billion infrastructure rebuild required after decades of decayThe mechanics of the 100-year concession

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00:06:24

Oregon Veteran Sued for $10M After Shooting Intruder

Left Coast News ·

2026/08/26

A 72-year-old Army veteran sleeping inside his Portland business defended his livelihood from an intruder—and now, the convicted felon is suing him for $10 million. In this episode of Left Coast News, we break down the shocking Multnomah County civil trial, the erosion of Oregon's property rights, and the absolute insanity of putting victims on trial while rewarding criminals.#OregonNews #CastleDoctrine #SelfDefense #PropertyRights #PortlandNews #MultnomahCounty #SecondAmendment #Veteran

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