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Sen. Cantwell draws fire for dragging feet on internet privacy law she backed

Recent Washington Post reporting uncovered complaints that U.S. Sen. Maria Cantwell, a Washington Democrat, has been a roadblock to actually getting an internet privacy law on the books.

Seattle police lieutenant condemns Chief Diaz, says he enables department ‘serial harasser’

KUOW's Kim Malcolm talks to investigative reporter Ashley Hiruko about the allegations.

Only murders in the roost: What springtime means for Seattle-area crow 'slumber party'

Before they return to their individual territories in early spring, many local crows can be found roosting together in the thousands in spots like the UW Bothell campus near State Route 522.

Wait, what? For 17 years, Seattle outlawed teen dancing

KUOW’s new podcast “Let the Kids Dance!” explores how and why a city known for free-thinking progressivism shut down teen dancing.

These Seattle area brewers want to change beer's bro image

Beer brewing has a reputation of being for bros with beards. But long ago, beer making was women’s work. Now, a growing number of Seattle area women are reclaiming that heritage.

After visiting space herself, former NASA astronaut educates future STEM stars in Seattle

According to NASA, just 280 people have visited the International Space Station. Dottie Metcalf-Lindenberger was one of them.

With pennies on the dollar and surprise notices, this nonprofit clears Washingtonians' medical debt

This nonprofit raises funding to pay off people’s medical debt — oftentimes without their prior knowledge. Now the group is partnering with a Seattle business owner to help some of the 400,000 Washingtonians who collectively owe roughly $4.2 billion worth of medical debt.

Boeing's next CEO should relocate to Seattle, analyst says

‘I think this is a case of the hole kept getting deeper for Boeing, and the board decided to stop digging.’ -Bill Saporito

10 years after Oso landslide, a new memorial is a gathering place for remembrance

It’s been 10 years since a massive landslide near the small village of Oso in Snohomish County killed 43 people, wiped out an entire neighborhood, and buried State Route 530 in mud. It was the deadliest landslide in U.S. history.

The quest to find and photograph a historic Seattle mansion that may soon face demolition

Writer and amateur historian Jean Sherrard tells us about a Denny family mansion that may be on the chopping block

The high school drama program that helped launch Oscar hopeful Lily Gladstone sees its funding cut in half

‘There are some kids that all you need to do is expose them to things and they do the rest. And I feel that way about Lily.’ -former teacher Stephen Merlino

New golden eagle to provide Yakama Nation with sacred ceremonial feathers

Golden eagle feathers are sacred in many cultures. The Yakama Nation aviary is now home to a 1-year old golden eagle. That’s a big deal because it’s hard to get those feathers legally from the federally protected birds.

El Niño is 'on the wane.' What is in the forecast for Washington?

Why older people and the immuno-compromised could need yet another Covid shot

Four-plus years after the first outbreak, people who've been vaccinated or who had Covid are still being infected. Where are we now?

Seattle's Emerald City Comic Con was an overwhelming joy for this budding fan

KUOW's Dyer Oxley and Katie Campbell venture out of the office to attend the Emerald City Comic Con in Downtown Seattle. The ECCC continues through Sunday at the Seattle Convention Center. For Katie, a first-time Comic Con attendee and self-proclaimed nerd, the event was overwhelming, inclusive and joyful.

We've joined the podcast Seattle Now. Find us over there!

Paige Browning talks with Seattle Now host Patricia Murphy about exciting changes for KUOW's flagship news podcast. This podcast has moved to a new feed! We've joined forces with KUOW's Seattle Now. Search for Seattle Now on your favorite podcast app and subscribe, or click the links below: Seattle Now on Spotify Seattle Now on Apple Podcasts

Viral teen car theft trend has some Seattle 'Kia Boys' facing adult consequences

One teenager's charges for allegedly stealing cars using a simple trick popularized on TikTok technique raises questions about how to handle the flood of recent youth car theft cases - especially when they land in adult court.

How a Northwest tribe is escaping a rising ocean

In a mossy stretch of forest on Washington state’s outer coast, streets and sidewalks have appeared in recent weeks.

A major UW sports record* is about to fall. Why the asterisk?

The NCAA fought bringing women’s sports into the fold for a decade after the passage of Title IX

In Tacoma, some volunteers chafe at 'toothless' police oversight role

It’s a pivotal moment for policing in Tacoma, with the departure of three officers acquitted of criminal charges in the death of Manuel Ellis. Tacoma officials say they’ve negotiated a contract with the police union that gives the city important new powers when handling future misconduct allegations. But some community members say the new three-year contract has sidelined their goals for greater transparency by the Tacoma Police Department.

Food, events, and the wider meaning of this Lunar New Year

There are state and local efforts to make Lunar New Year a public holiday.

How to make dumplings: Easy folding techniques from a Seattle chef

Chef Sara Upshaw says making dumplings, or "mandu" as they are called in Korea, is part of her family tradition.

Too soon! Arts and culture reporter Mike Davis leaves KUOW for WBEZ in Chicago

Mike shares arts picks and reflections before his move east.

Thursday Headlines

U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers won't seek re-election, bill would require clergy members to report child abuse, and car insurance costs to soar in WA. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna

'Work hard to get ahead,' Seattle Boomers say. 'Extra work, extra pay,' Gen Z says

"Kids these days." Do people still say that? We're looking at you, Boomers.

Wednesday Headlines

Seattle child care center gave melatonin to babies, Amazon is laying off more workers, and there was a rare wildlife sighting in the Salish Sea. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

Tuesday Headlines

NTSB releases its Boeing findings, WA gun store will pay $3 million for violating high-capacity magazine ban, and it's not looking good for snowpack in WA. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

Monday Headlines

Seattle's World Cup schedule announced, homeless encampment closes down at Burien church, and WA musicians win big at the Grammy Awards. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

Friday Headlines

Seattle will enforce graffiti crimes again, students push to get Narcan in all WA schools, and there's big news coming for Seattle's World Cup matches. It’s our daily roundup of today’s top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

Open doors to One More, Swan Lake, Art Walk, and more

Plan your weekend with a full list of local events

Condenado residente del área de Seattle por robar más de $70 mil dólares en una estafa relacionada con tarjetas de residencia

El nuevo año ha traído una pequeña muestra de justicia para tres parejas de inmigrantes indocumentados. En total, fueron estafados por más de 70 mil dólares por un hombre que les aseguró ayudarles a obtener residencia legal en Estados Unidos. El acusado obtuvo el dinero, nunca lo entregó y ahora está cumpliendo su condena en una prisión estatal.

'In deep': Seattle area man sentenced for stealing $70K-plus in green card scam

The new year has brought a sense of justice for three undocumented immigrant couples who were collectively defrauded of more than $70,000 by a man who said he would help them gain legal status. He took their money and never delivered, and is now serving time in state prison.

Can Boeing bounce back from its reputational nosedive? Here's what it could take

Editor and business analyst Bill Saporito has some recommendations for an iconic company with a tarnished reputation.

Plan ahead for your weekend with these arts and culture picks

Time to check in on some events to look forward to.

Taming speed on the Speedway (and other Washington roads)

Many American roadways are built for speed. One road north of Seattle is even named for it: the Mukilteo Speedway.

Mike's list of new art exhibits challenges and inspires

KUOW's arts and culture reporter Mike Davis shared his latest picks with Kim Malcolm.

Pete Carroll's unique legacy and what's next for the Seahawks

KUOW’s Kim Malcolm talked to sportswriter Danny O'Neil about the news this week that coach Pete Carroll won't lead the Seattle Seahawks for a 15th season.

Pete Carroll ousted as Seattle Seahawks coach

Pete Carroll is out as the head coach of the Seattle Seahawks.

'From the Central to the south,' Seattle neighborhoods ask for an engaged police force

This week, we're examining the Seattle Police Department and the communities they serve. And that relationship with people in the Central Area and Rainier Beach has been complicated. With or without the police, people have taken positive steps to improve safety in their neighborhoods.

Huskies heartbreak. UW falls short in national title game against Michigan

The University of Washington Huskies fell short in the National Championship game Monday, losing 34-13 to the Michigan Wolverines in Houston.

Many states have considered removing Trump from their ballots. Why not WA?

"This state is a little different from Maine and Colorado, and all the other states. We have a different process here.” – WA Secretary of State Steve Hobbs

New mental health teams are hitting the streets in downtown Seattle alongside police

Through a pilot program launched last fall, the city’s 911 dispatchers are now directing a team of mental health professionals to certain calls alongside police officers.

Can Microsoft become an AI leader and maintain its ambitious goals to cut carbon emissions?

In January 2020, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced one of the most ambitious plans to decarbonize of any tech company. By 2030, Microsoft would be carbon negative, removing more carbon from the atmosphere than it emits. By 2050, Microsoft would remove all of the carbon it has ever emitted since the company’s founding in 1975.

Seattle's queens of Christmas camp are back

BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon are coming back to Seattle for another take on their "The Jinkx and DeLa Holiday Show."

NAACP leader reflects on not guilty verdicts in death of Manuel Ellis

Sheley Secrest was in the courtroom when the verdict was read.

Pierce County jury finds 3 Tacoma police officers not guilty in Manuel Ellis case

Officers Christopher Burbank, Matthew Collins, and Timothy Rankine faced charges of first-degree manslaughter. Burbank and Collins were also charged with second-degree murder. Each pleaded not guilty.

Still grappling with staff shortages, Seattle area restaurants get creative

Holiday parties seem to be in full swing after a three-year hiatus during Covid — many of them taking place in restaurants. While it’s good news for businesses, staffing is still an issue for the hospitality sector.

Controversial totem poles must return to Pike Place Market, says historical commission

The city’s parks department petitioned the Market Historical Commission to be allowed to replace the totem poles with art more representative of local tribes.

Mobile home park residents near Seattle struggle to win bidding wars against investors

In Washington state, some mobile home residents are fighting back against investors, offering to buy the land themselves. But experts say few resident communities will win the bidding war without more help from the state.

There's so much to do for the holidays! Our arts picks

KUOW's arts and culture reporter Mike Davis shares his wish list.