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For the first time in 16 years, a new King County Executive gave a state of the county address. Executive Girmay Zahilay was in Federal Way last night to outline the work he has done in his first six months in office and look forward to what he plans to accomplish in the next 3 and a half years of his term. Zahilay spoke about new investments in childcare, homelessness, and mental healthcare, amid the rapidly shifting federal environment over the last year and a half. He also acknowledged the need to build trust after recent troubling audits looking into KCRHA and the county’s Department of Community and Human Services. Guest: King County Executive Girmay Zahilay Relevant Links: Seattle Times: Zahilay wants more King County childcare funding, bus service, housing See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brad Garrett on issues with the FISA's policies for national intelligence surveillance // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: How to survive Seattle during World Cup // Joe Khalil on the war in Iran // Charlie Commentary on why pre-written greeting cards are similar to AI generated content // Gee Scott on the World Cup and an uptick in inflation // Scott Sistek with a look at the extended weather forecast // James Lynch with a Cold Case Project: Looking for help in a year long cold case in Federal Way

Senior Citizens in Capitol Hill are complaining about the chaos erupting on the streets every night. Homelessness has ticked up in Snohomish County. Seattle’s office collapse hits a trophy tower, and the price tag is brutal. // Big Local: Wild Waves in Federal Way is being replaced by the most boring thing imaginable. Police have released body cam footage of Longview Schools Superintendent Karen Cloninger’s arrest. Tacoma residents are thrilled that Sound Transit still plans to build a light rail line. // You Pick the Topic: A New York landlord is in the middle of a 9-year legal battle with a squatter.

The Tragically Hip On Shuffle - Live Stream: 'Let's Stay Engaged'The Tragically Hip On Shuffle - Live Stream: 'Let's Stay Engaged'jD, Alan from Federal Way, and Justin from Bridport unpack 'Let's Stay Engaged' from "Trouble at the Hen House" - and the band's new live album announcement.Episode SummaryThe shuffle lands on 'Let's Stay Engaged', track 10 from The Tragically Hip's 1996 record "Trouble at the Hen House" - a non-single that lived almost exclusively as an encore (19 of 25 live plays). jD welcomes Alan from Federal Way and Justin from Bridport for a wide-ranging live stream that travels well past the song itself.The panel opens on favourite last tracks across the discography, with Alan championing 'Country Day' and Justin making the case for 'Machine' as the band's final gift. The conversation moves through the Hip Handbook - the newly-launched free fan resource at thehiphandbook.tthpods.com - and into a wider question about why American audiences took so long to catch on. Alan, a self-described one-of-the-few who got it from his first SNL viewing, offers a heartfelt thesis on the band's pull.The hour also covers the band's just-announced 10-year anniversary live album (July 22 - August 20), the missing 'Grace, Too' from that tracklist, the Seattle studio where "In Between Evolution" was recorded, and the upcoming 'Gift Shop' concert event in Vancouver on August 20. Next week's shuffle lands on 'Coffee Girl' from "We Are The Same."Guest InformationAlan from Federal Way is a longtime Tragically Hip fan in the Seattle area who works at a cable company in West Seattle. A self-professed American superfan since the band's SNL appearance, Alan brings 63 years of music listening and a 24,000-song iPhone to the conversation. Find him on Twitter @AlanKCarver.Justin from Bridport is the host of his own corner of the TTH community and a sprint car racer with the Sprint Cars of New England. His season opener runs May 24 at Glen Ridge Motorsports Park in Fultonville, NY. Find the series at nesprintcars.com.Resources and LinksThe Hip Handbook - thehiphandbook.tthpods.comTTHTop40 Countdown - the full 169-song rankingHipbase - hipbase.comHipMuseum - hipmuseum.comThis Is Our Life - the TTH Archivesetlist.fm - tour and setlist historySprint Cars of New England - nesprintcars.comJoin the panel - submit at panel.tthtop40.com to take a seat at a future On Shuffle live stream.CloseA fan-first conversation, a song that lived in the encore slot, and a panel that proved Tragically Hip community knows no border. Tune in next week for 'Coffee Girl'.CrosslinksGetting Hip to The Hip - the entry point for new fansTTHTop40 Countdown - the SiriusXM Tragically Hip Radio showA Forest Of Whispering Speakers - the new documentary series on the musical "It's a Good Life If You Don't Weaken"The Tragically Hip Podcast Series - home.tthpods.comSocials and HashtagsFind The Tragically Hip Podcast Series on Facebook, Instagram, X, and Bluesky. Tag posts with: #TheTragicallyHip #TTHPods #OnShuffle #TroubleAtTheHenHouse #LetsStayEngaged #HipHandbookAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Send Mo a text about this episode!Welcome to this Solo With Mo episode on the I love it when podcast!In this episode I share:3 things I'm doing daily (non-negotiables) to stay grounded and in alignment:What IS Coaching? Do you need or want it?Lifewave patches: I've now been wearing them for 6.5 months- here's what I've noticed!Water with salt! I changed my drinking water just over 4 months ago- so much has changed for the better- MIND BLOWING!An opportunity for Energy Healers to attend an amazing workshop on May 16th here in Federal Way, WA with Kai Bertrand.I pull us 2 cards for a message about the next 30 days.PS: I'm going to New York City next week to speak at the Our Trusted Network Retreat with Sothebys! Come say hi if you're in NYC :)To discuss Coaching with Mo, email: Mo@iloveitwhen.orgTo book a ticket for Kai's workshop: www.handsonfire.buzzTo try the Lifewave patches: https://www.lifewave.com/pillaroflight*************************************Hello! You're listening to I love it when... I am your host, Mo, and I'm a speaker, coach and retreat facilitator. You're in the right place if you're looking for inspiration, education and a path to find your true self. My intention is to bring you stories that will help you uncover the magic within so that you can truly: BE YOU. I love it when... I have the opportunity to learn a new perspective!----------Follow I love it when

Episode 186 Tracy Whitney In 1988, Teenager Tracy Whitney was trying to figure out her complicated life.  She was living with one boyfriend, and seeing another guy on the side – there was drama. When she vanished after walking out of a Federal Way, WA Burger King in August, no one had any idea where she could have gone.  She was found miles away in the Puyallup River the next day – and remained a Jane Doe for two months. Once she was identified as the missing teen, police were months behind on their homicide investigation.  But even if the investigation had been timely, it's unlikely that her killer would have been identified – for he had no known connection to Tracy whatsoever. This episode is sponsored by Mint Mobile. DNA ID listeners can get Mint Mobile plans starting at just $15 per month when they use our special link.  This episode is sponsored by Thrive Market. DNA ID listeners can receive $20 off of their first 3 orders from Thrive Market, PLUS receive a $60 gift when they use our special link.  To listen to every episode of DNA: ID ad-free and get other benefits, simply  visit our channel page on Apple Podcasts to get started with an AbJack Insider subscription. Of course, you can also support DNA: ID with a Patreon subscription. Follow us on social media;  find all of our social media links in one spot at our Linktree:  linktr.ee/dnaidpodcast Visit this link to buy DNA ID Merch ©2026 AbJack Entertainment -All rights reserved. This content is the sole property of AbJack Entertainment. Any unauthorized re-selling, re-purposing, or re-distribution, is strictly prohibited, and will be subject to legal action.  

Carlecia Bell, Executive Director of Phenomenal She shares the inspiring story of how Phenomenal She was born from a simple birthday club among friends and has grown into a transformative mentorship program serving young women of color ages 12–24 in the Federal Way and Des Moines areas of Washington state. Learn how Phenomenal She is, interrupting the school-to-prison pipeline through mentorship, life skills training, academic support, and mental health counseling. Key Topics Covered: **The Origin Story** - How Phenomenal She started as an informal "birthday club" among women celebrating each other - The inspiration from Maya Angelou's "Phenomenal Woman" - Building the organization with multiple co-founders who remain engaged on the board **Program Structure & Offerings** - Age range: 12–24, with programming focused on middle and high school girls - Multiple entry points: clubs (art, dance, STEM, cosmetology, entrepreneurship) that don't require prior commitment - Core mentee programming includes: - "Being a Better Me" group sessions with a licensed therapist (addressing self-esteem, confidence, and generational trauma) - STEM engagement and academic assistance with tutoring - Life skills and development curriculum (vision boards, financial literacy, banking basics, sisterhood, health and wellness) - Summer STEAM program: 6-week intensive with coding, aviation, dance, art, culinary arts, and farm-to-table experiences; $1,000 stipend upon completion - Outdoor adventure club (monthly) in partnership with Game of Life Mentoring and YETI **Recruitment & Access** - Referrals from probation counselors (diversion programs), school resource officers, parents, and community events - Visible community presence through tabling at school lunches and dance team performances - Free programming with food and transportation provided for Federal Way mentees - No barriers to entry—girls can join clubs before committing to full mentorship **Mentor Matching & Mentee Journey** - Intentional matching process using surveys from youth and parents/guardians - Initial meeting with mentor, parent/guardian, and youth to establish boundaries - Long-term relationships: mentors stay engaged with girls through high school and often into adulthood - Alumni return as instructors, dance coaches, and leadership volunteers **Cultural Competence & Safe Space** - Deliberate curation of instructors who are culturally relevant and can relate to girls' lived experiences - Parents are not permitted in programming—creating a dedicated youth-only space - Response to the lack of representation in schools and the misunderstanding of young women of color - Emphasis on trust-building with both youth and families **Leadership Pipeline** - Alumni brought back as instructors and art coaches - Internship opportunities (paid when funding allows) - Volunteer opportunities at six community outreach events annually **Board & Organizational Strength** - Diverse board makeup: licensed therapist, attorney, accountant/bookkeeper, entrepreneurs - Every board member also runs their own business, modeling entrepreneurship for girls - Entrepreneurship club reflects this value **Expansion & Vision** - Dream project: a dedicated clubhouse similar to the Boys and Girls Club or YMCA - Desire to expand to other locations (co-founders from Louisiana, Philadelphia, and other states report demand from their home communities) - Digital campaign: "Fuel Her Fire, Fund Her Future" focused on investing in young women with passion and potential **Current Initiatives** - Partnership with King County's Best Starts for Kids grant - Expanding into Highline School District (Des Moines, Washington) - Three times per week engagement with young women in programming - Focus on interrupting the school-to-prison pipeline --- Notable Quotes: *"They're brilliant. And sometimes just the lack of resources holds them back. And so we're able to be that connecting piece."* —Carlecia Bell *"The ability to be ourselves unapologetically and then also letting our girls know to do the same in spaces that they occupy. So not being afraid to have a voice regardless of what people think."* —Carlecia Bell *"In order to be a mentor and an effective one, one must care. You must care."* —Maya Angelou (quoted by Dr. Laura Scherck Wittcoff) Resources & Links: **Phenomenal She** - Website: www.phenomenalshe.org - Instagram: @phenomenal_she_ - Facebook: @PHENOMENALSHEISALWAYS - Digital Campaign: "Fuel Her Fire, Fund Her Future" **Small & Gutsy Podcast** - Website: SmallandGutsy.org - Rankings: #8 on FeedSpot's Top 30 Social Impact Podcasts; #3 and #9 by Million Podcasts for Top 30 Volunteer Podcasts and Youth Empowerment episodes - Contact: laura@smallandgutsy.org About the Host & Guest: **Dr. Laura Scherck Wittcoff** is the founder and host of Small & Gutsy, a podcast spotlighting nonprofits and social enterprises with budgets under $10 million. She is passionate about elevating the visibility of small but mighty changemakers. **Carlecia Bell** is a native of Monroe, Louisiana, and a financial and relationship management expert with 13+ years of leadership experience at a Fortune 500 financial services company. She is inspired by her husband, Winston Bell, who has dedicated 25 years to community service. Carlecia co-founded Phenomenal She to address the lack of mentoring programs available to young women of color in the Federal Way area.    

It might be an American thing to try and define how culture impacts bonsai, or it might just be a reality of this very deep artform we all love. Aarin Packard, curator of the Pacific Bonsai Museum in Federal Way, Washington, joins Ryan to discuss the subject and interviews Ryan about his thoughts for an exhibition the Pacific Bonsai Museum is working on in conjunction with this year's World Cup. Aarin selected seasoned and respected bonsai personalities from around the globe to see just how present culture is in bonsai. His insights and shared tidbits are a tasty appetizer for what he's got brewing later this year. We are excited to see what Aarin and his team discover, and honored to be involved.  Take a look at some of the Pacific Bonsai Museum's past exhibitions.  Find out how you can contribute and take part.

4pm - GUEST - FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCILMEMBER MELISSA HAMILTON // Federal Way City council removes president for posting anti-ICE walkout flyer // Federal Way council pres & teacher urging students to walk out in ICE protest // He spent decades perfecting his voice. Now he says Google stole it // Why an A.I. Video of Tom Cruise Battling Brad Pitt Spooked Hollywood // Robert Duvall, indelible actor from 'The Godfather' and 'Apocalypse Now,' dies at 95

6pm - GUEST - FEDERAL WAY CITY COUNCILMEMBER MELISSA HAMILTON // Federal Way City council removes president for posting anti-ICE walkout flyer // Federal Way council pres & teacher urging students to walk out in ICE protest // He spent decades perfecting his voice. Now he says Google stole it // Why an A.I. Video of Tom Cruise Battling Brad Pitt Spooked Hollywood // Robert Duvall, indelible actor from 'The Godfather' and 'Apocalypse Now,' dies at 95

Prep Sports Weekly for Monday, February 16, 2026. We start by meeting the Meadowdale Mavericks girls basketball team with head coach Benson Sims and players Kayla Powell, Lexi Zardis, Hannah Keeney and MIa Brockmeyer. Then it's a brief basketball coach's carousel with Dustin Swanson of the Stanwood Spartans girls team, and with Justin Prohn of the Monroe Bearcats boys team. We end with a look at the state swim & dive meet this weekend in Federal Way with Lake Stevens Vikings head swim coach Brady Dykgraaf.

Federal Way city councilmember has been ousted as council president for all the right reasons. Dozens of cars that parked in a private lot near the Lynnwood light rail train station were towed as fans made their way to the Super Bowl parade. Guest: Peninsula School District Board Director David Olson is throwing his hat into the ring for Washington's 26th Legislative District. // Big Local: A semi truck carrying candy rolled over on SR 18 in Covington. Anti-ICE agitators disrupted a Tacoma City Council meeting. Unions got together in Olympia to voice support for the ‘millionaire’s tax.’ // You Pick the Topic: How to avoid a fallout with a loved one.

5pm: Video Guest – Carleen Johnson – The Center Square // Chris Reykdal argues against accepting federal tax credits for WA schools // Watchdog group criticizes denial of WA capitol press credentials to journalist // Cascade Middle School Father Loses It When His Child Is Encouraged to Join ICE Protest // Federal Way council pres & teacher urging students to walk out in ICE protest // Letters

Asia Wilbon was grieving the loss of her mother when she moved across the country to live with her father in Kent, Washington.  But something happened out there that remains a mystery to this day.On February 13, 2020, Asia didn't come home from school. This was very unusual for the 16-year old homebody.Searches turned up no sign of her, and the only clue was a possible sighting at a bus station in Federal Way, Washington.Where is Asia Wilbon?To honor Asia, we are featuring the nonprofit group, Teen Line. For more info visit : https://didihirsch.org/teenline/Join our online detective group and get ad-free episodes, as well as bonus episodes, and help support the families of the missing: ⁠⁠⁠⁠www.patreon.com/wherearetheypodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us for case updates & information: Facebook: www.facebook.com/wherearetheypodcast Instagram: @thewherearetheypodcast Email me: Canwefindthem@gmail.com Support our mission: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/wherearethey⁠⁠

(The Center Square) – As more is revealed about the potential daycare fraud within the Somali community in Washington state and the Department of Children, Youth & Families scrambles to respond, one large daycare provider is sharing his frustrations with The Center Square. On Monday, The Center Square visited several Somali-run home daycares in Federal Way, but found only one home with a few children inside. Others did not answer knocks on the front door, grew confrontational – calling the police, or conceded they don't currently have children enrolled. "Anyone who's in the industry is, like, flabbergasted,” said daycare owner David McMullan, who also chairs the Pierce County Republicans. “How are they getting that money and we're not?” Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What We Learned This Week meets up earlier than usual to discuss the recent signing of Federal Way native Hassani Dotson, formerly with Minnesota United. Jeff Reuter (Five Asides, Total Soccer Show's MLS Weekly) joins Niko and Jeremiah to talk about what Dotson could bring to the Sounders. They also talk about Tacoma Defiance's new head coach and possibly dropping news about a former Sounder being offered an assistant role?Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube. Follow Jeff Reuter on BlueSky.Sponsor

What We Learned This Week meets up earlier than usual to discuss the recent signing of Federal Way native Hassani Dotson, formerly with Minnesota United. Jeff Reuter (Five Asides, Total Soccer Show's MLS Weekly) joins Niko and Jeremiah to talk about what Dotson could bring to the Sounders. They also talk about Tacoma Defiance's new head coach and possibly dropping news about a former Sounder being offered an assistant role?Follow Niko Moreno on BlueSky and YouTube. Follow Jeff Reuter on BlueSky.Sponsor

We unpack Seattle's latest transit surge, from the Federal Way light rail extension to the cross‑lake Two Line testing across the Lake Washington Floating Bridge. We close with the express‑lane BRT buildout and how highway stitches, feeder routes, and frequent service can reshape daily trips.• Federal Way extension scope, stations, and timeline• Federal Way retail core and TOD potential toward Tacoma• Pros and cons of building along I‑5• Cross‑lake Two Line testing on the floating bridge• Mercer Island median station and highway stitches• Judkins Park station access and trail links• Combined four‑minute headways on the shared trunk• Reliability risks with limited bypasses• Ridership growth and network effects• BRT S1, S2, S3 using express lanes and median platforms• Service spans and 10–15 minute headways• Feeder buses and suburban connectivity• Using highway ROW to accelerate deliveryIf you enjoyed this episode, please feel free to support us in any way that you can. The biggest and best way that you can do that is by liking and subscribing to the channel, sharing these videos with your friends, family, bus drivers, train drivers, whoever you think is going to enjoy them. We also have our merch store where you can buy t‑shirts and hats and a couple other things, as well as utilizing our Buy Me a Coffee link or joining our Patreon where we try to get episodes out earlySend us a textSupport the show

Beat Migs! Wild Waves in Federal Way is closing after the 2026 season so we go straight to the comments, and some of them are unhinged!

Crime rates in WA continue to drop, local community colleges are facing budget woes, and Federal Way commuters rejoice for light rail service. 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 at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Saturday marks yet another milestone for Link Light Rail. Our local 1 and 2 lines have really expanded in the last two years. This time, Sound Transit is heading further south. We’ll hear more from Seattle Times Transportation Reporter Nick DeShais. 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 at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have a new thing we’re trying out on Mondays on Soundside. We're calling it Front Page.It’s our chance to talk about the latest news with a rotation of plugged-in journalists and guests, taking a look at the headlines from the weekend and the stories that we'll be following as the week moves forward. GUEST: KUOW politics reporter Scott Greenstone. TODAY'S TOPICS: National Guard Shooting in Washington D.C. Noem says National Guard shooting suspect was 'radicalized' in the U.S. Seattle Traffic Why Seattle traffic got worse in 2024 Light rail’s push to Federal Way gives students, workers front-door access Pigeons Why Sound Transit is waging a ceaseless battle against birds Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dean's Chat hosts, Dr. Jensen and Richey, welcome Dr. Lindsey Hjelm from St. Cloud Minneapolis. Join us as we discuss all things podiatric medicine, including the importance of positive psychology and the importance and power of mentorship. Dr. Hjelm graduated in the top of her class with a Bachelors of Arts in Biology and a Minor in Studio Art and Religious Studies at Gustave Adolphus College in Saint Peter, Minnesota. Join us, as we discuss liberal arts education and non-traditional paths. We cover how being a student athlete helps with resiliency and grit as well as develop skills like time management. This episode is sponsored by Bako Diagnostics! She went on to complete her Doctorate of Podiatric Medical Degree with Des Moines University followed by a three year surgical residency program with Franciscan Foot and Ankle Institute in Federal Way, Washington. She completed her fellowship under the direction of Dr. Byron Hutchinson with Advanced Foot and Ankle Reconstructive Surgery Fellowship. Listen how Dr. Hjelm's career was shaped after she suffered an injury as an athlete and how having a female surgeon inspired her at a young age. We dive into how setbacks can help us become the best versions of ourselves and give us better perspectives, both as we treat patients, but also how we show up and lead others. Finally, we transition into leadership by highlighting how small the profession is and the value of relationships. We discuss the networking and connections that have shaped all of our lives and how having the courage to reach out to others who you admire can lead to opportunities you never thought may happen. Mentorship can happen organically and she discusses how mentors can be found in many places and platforms. We hope you enjoy this inspiring episode. Enjoy!

Welcome to Episode 100 of 2414!

The shutdown is over and it's going to make some GOP Senators rich // Federal Way flag flip out // Russell Wilson reaches peak cringe, again // When women earn more than men // SCENARIOS!

Democrats are hemming and hawing about rising healthcare premiums, but the problem is it’s their fault. After complaints from the Auburn community, the ‘South Hill Rapist’ Kevin Coe has been moved back to Federal way. A left-wing group in Portland is complaining about public camping citations. // LongForm: GUEST: Republican Chad Magendanz is running for State Senate to prevent a Democrat supermajority. // Quick Hit: The City of Everett wants to give a river the right to sue.

(The Center Square) – After more community pushback, Kevin Coe, the notorious "South Hill Rapist" who terrorized Spokane, Wash., in the late 1970s and early 1980s, is being relocated back to Federal Way, the city where he was originally scheduled to live upon his release earlier this month. “We are disappointed to hear the news that Kevin Coe is moving to Federal Way and want to acknowledge community concerns regarding that move," Federal Way Mayor Jim Ferrell emailed The Center Square. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_11cf9ce3-16cb-4fca-84aa-f7e7e0ecc930.html Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell is trying to get a PR victory by enacting two new meaningless executive orders regarding ICE. After a brief scare, it turns out that Dolly Parton is alright. The Supreme Court is hearing a case on state laws that ban ‘conversion therapy.’ // Big Local: A Gig Harbor guitar shop was scammed via credit card fraud. The ‘South Hill rapist’ has been relocated from Federal Way to Auburn. Pop star Benson Boone returned home for a show and paid a visit to his alma mater Monroe High School. // You Pick the Topic: Mask mandates are coming back to a deep-blue county.

ICE ads airing in the Seattle area are recruiting local police officers. A corpse flower is stinking up the Amazon Spheres. Guest: Let’s Go Washington’s Brian Heywood says their signature gatherers for two new initiatives have been the victims of intimidation and violent threats. // Big Local: Despite facing a large budget deficit, the Peninsula School District wasted a bunch of money on a drone program. Crime has significantly decreased in Federal Way, but there is some bad news as well. // You Pick the Topic: Actress Sarah Michelle Gellar is getting blowback for spoiling her daughter with an expensive 16th birthday present.

LGBTQ activists are trying to get the city of Seattle to cancel a Christian worship event that is planned for Gas Works Park. Sound Transit has set a date for the opening of the Federal Way light rail station. Seattle Mayoral Candidate Katie Wilson is promoting the idea of government-run grocery stores. // LongForm: GUEST: Seattle business owner Dave Meinert on the state of Belltown and how the Democrat party has gone too far to the left. // Quick Hit: Part two of Tim Gaydos’s conversation with Dave Meinert.

Sound Transit has a busy few years ahead. Trains are set to start running to Federal Way in December, but a long-awaited east side expansion across Lake Washington has been delayed again – to at least April 2026. That comes as riders and public transit enthusiasts alike are clamoring for additional light rail service to Ballard, West Seattle and beyond. Amid all of this, Sound Transit has a new CEO, former King County Executive Dow Constantine. Constantine came to KUOW for a long conversation about the future of Sound Transit and to answer several questions from our audience. Guest Dow Constantine, CEO of Sound Transit Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Libby may be out today, but … We’ve made it to the end of the work week! And since tomorrow is a holiday, you’re probably trying to figure out what to do with a whole THREE DAYS of free time in front of you… But don’t worry, I’ve got the big list of everything to do on the 4th of July and BEYOND! WELCOME to the Weekend Warmup! LINKS: FIREWORKS!!! Arlington — Quake Park 10 p.m. Bellevue — Downtown Park 10:05 p.m. Carnation — Remlinger Farms 9:45 p.m. Everett — Port Gardner Bay 10:15 p.m. Federal Way — Celebration Park 10:15 p.m. Kenmore — Log Boom Park 10 p.m. Kent — Lake Meridian Park 10 p.m. Kingston — Mike Wallace Park 10:15 p.m. Marysville — Ebey Waterfront Park 10 p.m. Sammamish — Sam. Commons 10 p.m. Seattle — Lake Union 10:15 p.m. Snoqualmie — Community Park 9:45 p.m. Steilacoom — offshore 10:30 p.m. Tacoma — Ruston Way 10 p.m. Tumwater — Tumwater Valley Golf 10:15 p.m. PARADES! Arlington — 5 p.m. (kids 4:30 p.m.) Bainbridge Island — 1 p.m. Bothell — 12 p.m. (kids 11:15 a.m.) Burien — 11 a.m. Carnation — 11:30 a.m. (kids 11 a.m.) Dupont — 10 a.m. Edmonds — 12 p.m. (kids 11:30 a.m.) Enumclaw — noon Everett — 11 a.m. Issaquah — 11 a.m. Kingston — 12 p.m. Kirkland — 12 p.m. (kids 11:30 a.m.) Tumwater — 11 a.m. Seattle Center’s 40th Annual Naturalization Ceremony Civic Engagement! Write your elected officials! SPORTS! Seattle Mariners vs Pittsburgh Pirates Seattle Sounders vs Columbus Crew Pioneer Square Fest Fairhaven Chicken Festival - Bellingham The Empire Strips Back: A Burlesque Parody Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrew Jackson started writing and illustrating since age twelve and never gave up the former but (thankfully for his readers) has stopped the latter! One of his earliest memories is of watching Star Trek with his dad and falling in love with the speeding ships, bizarre aliens, and the diamond glitter of myriad stars in that eternal blackness. Even now, as he explores the strange new worlds of family, fatherhood, and a career in retail, he's never lost his love for the stars. Counting authors such as Stephen King, Iain M. Banks, and Alastair Reynolds amongst his literary influences, he revels both in reading and writing rich, tangible worlds other than our own. Born too late to watch the Apollo missions but too early for interstellar travel he must content himself with dreams and the sad knowledge that he may never know what's out there. Is there anybody out there? Why aren't they talking? On walks down leafy lanes of his native Surrey, Andrew examines these questions. He likes to think he looked at a particular tree one time and pondered its age and almost otherworldly summer greenness and so was born his winning short story, Code L1. The story itself is an exploration of the Fermi Paradox –- the hypothesis that, if we have galactic neighbours, they should have called by now. Perhaps they've seen the darker sides of humanity and they're afraid of us coming out into the stars. Or perhaps, if they could, they'd tell us why they've been so quiet. Perhaps, it's best not to know… The Contest, one of the most prestigious writing and illustrating competitions in the world, is currently in its 42nd year and is judged by some of the premier names in speculative fiction HOLLYWOOD - Mullica Hill, New Jersey author Sandra Skalski is a winner in Sandra lives with her husband in suburban New Jersey. She recently retired from a career in chemical engineering, leaving her with actual time to write. When she's not writing, you can find her in the butterfly garden or traveling with her husband. Her greatest joy is spending time with her daughter, son-in-law, and her two beautiful grandchildren. HOLLYWOOD - Savannah, Georgia artist and Savannah College of Art and Design student Ms. HeatherAnne Lee is a winner in the L. Ron Hubbard Illustrators of the Future Contest and was honored along with ten other artists and twelve writers at the Taglyan Complex in Hollywood, California on April 10th. Her art is published along with the other writers' and illustrators' stories and art in the international bestselling anthology, L. Ron Hubbard Presents Writers of the Future Volume 41 which was officially released on April 22nd 2025. HeatherAnne Lee was born in 2004 in Federal Way, Washington, and has lived across the US from Hawaii to New York and Vermont. HeatherAnne, or “Heather” to her friends, now resides in Savannah, Georgia, pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in illustration at the Savannah College of Art and Design. Heather started drawing as soon as she could hold a crayon and never stopped, graduating from crayon to graphite to paint, and now primarily works digitally. Despite working on a screen, Heather holds to her painting knowledge, layering colors and textures on her drawing tablet, emulating traditional painting techniques in a digital medium. Heather takes much of her inspiration from the world around her, translating reality into epics and stories of dragons and knights. Heather always strives to push her work to the limit, working with clients to bring their stories to life through her illustrations. The Illustrators of the Future Contest judges include, Bob Eggleton (11 Chesley Awards and 9 Hugo Awards), Larry Elmore (Dungeons & Dragons book covers), Echo Chernik (graphic designs for major corporations including Celestial Seasonings tea packaging), Rob Prior (art for Spawn, Heavy Metal comics and Buffy the Vampire Slayer), Ciruelo (Eragon Coloring Book).

A ceasefire between Israel and Iran appears to be holding at this hour.President Trump spoke briefly to reporters this morning on the White House lawn. He used an expletive and said he was unhappy that the two countries had both initially violated the agreement to pause attacks. More than a week after Israel kicked off the new war with Iran, Trump intervened on Saturday by ordering a U.S. strike on three Iranian nuclear sites. This morning the president has been re-posting messages on social media from supporters calling his handling of the conflict “an overwhelming…victory” and “a historic masterclass.” But a member of Washington's congressional delegation disagrees. Guest: Adam Smith is a House Democrat who represents parts of Bellevue and Seattle all the way to Auburn and Federal Way. Related links: Democrats Forge Ahead With Efforts to Reach War Powers Vote Amid Shaky Cease-Fire - NYT Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 150 Sarah Yarborough Part 1 of 2 There are some case that really grip the community, that undercut the sense of safety and security, and that make people lose their faith in humanity. The murder of Sarah Yarborough was such a case.  Sarah was just 16 years old when she was sexually assaulted and murdered in one of the places she should have felt the safest – the grounds of her high school. Not only that, but the crime happened in broad daylight, and there were witnesses who saw her killer.  It was impossible that he was not apprehended – but he wasn't.  Despite the groundbreaking use of YDNA to identify the killer's possible surname, the case remained unsolved for years.   When IGG finally provided answers, revealing at long last the name of the man who killed Sarah Yarborough, the Yarborough family and the community of Federal Way, WA breathed a sigh of relief. To listen to every episode of DNA: ID ad-free and get other benefits, simply  visit our channel page on Apple Podcasts to get started with an AbJack Insider subscription. Of course, you can also support DNA: ID with a Patreon subscription. Follow us on these social media outlets: Facebook - X FormerlyTwitter - Blue Sky - Tik Tok - Twitch - Youtube - Instagram Find all of our links in one spot at our Linktree:  linktr.ee/dnaidpodcast For all things DNA: ID, visit the show's homepage Visit this link to buy DNA ID Merch

Gov. Ferguson is stoking fears about the “Big, Beautiful, Bill” saying it will cut Medicare and Medicaid. A sex offender in Seattle with a very bizarre nickname has been charged with more sex crimes. It was a day of mixed results for conservatives at the Supreme Court. // Big Local: Mail theft is rampant in the city of Sea-Tac. Kent has been plagued by internet outages. A man in Federal Way says his bearded dragon saved him from a fire. // You Pick the Topic: A woman brought a rotisserie chicken onto a flight.

The Biden-Robert Hur audio has been released and it’s as bad as would think it is. Another oopsie at SeaTac aiport. // Big Local: Antisemites disrupted an event at Microsoft today. Everett Public Schools is making girls flag football a sport. An alleged murderer and rapist has been extradited from Mexico to Washington. A Federal Way teenager was killed by a stray bullet. // You Pick the Topic: An onion on a burger led to a lawsuit.  

It’s another Monday with a bunch of weekend crime stories in Western Washington. There were two different double stabbings in Seattle and an inmate being transferred escaped at SeaTac and fled on the link light rail. There were also two shootings in Federal Way. Pamila Jayapal leans into the lazy, desperate, and embarrassing vulgarity strategy. // MSNBC had to walk back an unsubstantiated claim made by a guest about FBI Director Kash Patel. The New York Times left out an important detail in a story about a heinous crime on the NYC subway. // Businesses are offering people a Mother’s Day “opt out.” The ‘Last of Us’ episode in Seattle looks nothing like Seattle. Nothing.  

Federal Way parents want answers after a shooting on a playground injured at a student at Lakeland Elementary. White House Correspondent Natalie Winters delivered a great response to CNN’s Donnie O’Sullivan when asked about new media being allowed into the White House. Pike Place wants less cars at the market. // Big Local: The primary person of interest in the murder of a Tenino grandmother has officially been charged. A Fox Island man has been charged with the murder of his girlfriend after initially claiming she committed suicide. The popular fast-food chicken chain Raising Cane’s is opening multiple locations in the Seattle area. Edmonds has started a red-light camera program. // You Pick the Topic: A popular hair loss drug could have some major side effects according to the FDA.

The Pentagon is roiling over yet another Signal group chat. No, not that one with the Trump Administration national security team that accidentally included an editor at the Atlantic. This is… another Signal group chat scandal. The New York Times reports that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth shared operational details for a March 15th U.S. strike on the Houthis in Yemen with a group of 13 people. They allegedly included his personal lawyer, brother, and wife. This comes while Hegseth’s team is dealing with staffing turmoil: Three staffers were recently fired over allegations they leaked to the press. Another former senior staffer wrote in Politico that there is a “full-blown meltdown at the Pentagon.” GUEST: Adam Smith represents Washington’s 9th congressional district. It includes parts of Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Kent and Federal Way. He’s also the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee. RELATED LINKS: Hegseth Said to Have Shared Attack Details in Second Signal Chat Pete Hegseth Faces Heat After New Signal Chat Emerges and Claim of Pentagon ‘Chaos’ Former Top Pentagon Spokesperson Details ‘Month From Hell’ Inside the Agency The White House is looking to replace Pete Hegseth as defense secretary - NPR Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/donate/soundsidenotes Soundside is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Tragically Hip Top 40 Countdown, jD is joined by superfan Alan from Federal Way, who shares his incredible journey as a Hip fan—from a life-changing moment watching Saturday Night Live to chasing down rare albums and unforgettable live show experiences (including a poker loss that cost him concert tickets—ouch!).Alan's passion for The Hip is undeniable, and his stories remind us why this band means so much to so many. Whether you've been with The Hip since Road Apples or discovered them yesterday, this episode is a deep dive into what makes their music so timeless.

Tennessee senior Jordan Crooks had a historic meet at his last NCAA Championships in Federal Way. This included breaking Caeleb Dressel's legendary 100 free NCAA record, going 39.83 in the prelims of the event. He was also a part of the winning 200 and 400 free relays, the latter of which also set an NCAA record to cap off the meet. The world record holder and world champion sprinter sat down with SwimSwam to reflect on his collegiate career, unsure of what his future holds in the pool.   ***This was recorded outside and the audio is a little scratchy during some parts. Apologies in advance***

In this special live episode from the NCAA Swimming Championships in Federal Way, Washington, Katie and Beisel sit down with Todd DeSorbo, head coach of the University of Virginia women's swimming team, and 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte. They dive into Todd's journey to securing his fifth NCAA title and what inspired him to start coaching. Ryan shares a memorable story from 2006 when he competed without a warm-up, they discuss the differences between Olympic and NCAA ready rooms, and Ryan reflects on whether breaking a record or beating Michael Phelps was more thrilling before he explains why he makes it a point to sign every autograph for young fans. All that and some wild unpredictable moments! ----- DONATE TO GARY HALL JR: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-gary-hall-jr-after-devastating-fire ----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH: https://www.gofundme.com/f/4sdbz-support-emilys-battle-against-cancer ----- Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the week. ----- FOLLOW KATIE: Instagram TikTok ----- FOLLOW MISSY: Instagram TikTok ----- SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Dream Recovery: Visit https://dreamrecovery.io to have your best sleep ever. Use code UNFILTEREDTHIRTY for 30% your entire order and 50% off your first month of Dream Tape. ----- PRODUCED BY: Lagos Creative

President Trump is readying new tariffs that will reportedly be his most aggressive trade policy move yet. The White House is ready to move PAST a scandal involving the Administration’s top national security officials discussing war plans on the encrypted messaging app Signal. And meanwhile, Democrats are facing anger from their own voters who are deeply displeased with how the party is responding to Trump and his policies. One Seattle-area Democrat has emerged as a high profile critic of the direction of his party – he says things need to change. And he’s catching flack from the left for some of his recent interviews. That’s Congressman Adam Smith. Guest: Adam Smith represents Washington’s 9th congressional district. It includes parts of Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Kent and Federal Way. He’s also the top Democrat on the House Armed Services Committee See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s Trending: The Newcastle Mayor received national attention for his response to an ignorant public commenter at a town hall meeting. A shootout at a Federal Way gas station was caught on surveillance video. School zone cameras in this Edgewood are bringing in $500,000 per year, but where does the money go? // LongForm: GUEST: Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison // Quick Hit: Progressives take on Tesla  

What’s Trending: Pierce County Sheriff Ed Troyer accused of stalking, but it is unclear whether or not Troyer ever came in contact with the defendant. SWAT teams will begin to have constant presence in the International District in an effort to cut down crime rates in the area. The FBI was left scrambling after the local agent from New Orleans who first addressed the media completely contradicted herself and gave out false information. And Jake Skorheim joins the show to talk about the New Years holiday. // Big Local: A DEI agent in King County is considering suing the city of Federal Way over a contract dispute. And a family in Renton has a unique e-scooter stolen from their garage while they were home. // You Pick the Topic: Even though the Seahawks are eliminated from playoff contention, head coach Mike MacDonald said that he will do everything he can to get his players the incentive bonuses they deserve.

What’s Trending: Federal Way saw a massive decline in crime after enforcing new drug possession laws. The person of interest in the murder of UnitedHealth CEO Brian Thompson has been caught. Businesses in Seattle’s CID neighborhood are fed up with crime. // LongForm: GUEST: Tacoma Police Union President Henry Betts says they’re not staffed well enough to help tackle typical holiday crimes, like porch piracy. // The Spokane City Council minority is claiming that the progressive majority is seeking to limit the minority’s influence through new procedural rules. Emilia Perez does well in the Golden Globes -- beware the next “woke war.”  

What’s Trending: Seattle is in the process of implementing security cameras in multiple high-crime areas. The Kitsap County Sheriff’s Office is helping a Poulsbo woman address her raccoon problem. Federal Way animal control is attempting to rescue more than 100 cats abandoned in a ‘biohazardous apartment.” // LongForm: GUEST: Music legend Pat Boone explains why he wrote a new song to call attention to division in this country. // The Quick Hit: Washington is joining many other states in a lawsuit against TikTok for being too addictive and harming the mental health of children.

What’s Trending: There were multiple police pursuits that resulted in collisions over the last few days, which has once again brought out the critics of law enforcement engaging in high-speed chases. GUEST: Chris Sullivan details why this weekend’s nightmare projects had to happen all at once, plus Rantz gets mad at Sound Transit like always. // Big Local: A dog owner in Federal Way is warning other pet owners to vet the people that watch your pets after one of his dogs was killed in a sitter’s custody. Highline School District is still dealing with the fallout of a cyberattack that rendered them without internet or computer access. // A new story in the Wall Street Journal explains why young men are falling further behind young women.

What’s Trending: The man who murdered and 80-year-old dog walker in Seattle will not stand trial at least for now. The Secret Service is taking heat for its plan to staff to Disney World for an LGBTQ summit. The FDA has approved a new drug for the flu. GUEST: Local mom Michelle is fighting antisemitism at schools like Issaquah High School. // Big Local: A pair of Federal Way teen twins had their lawn care business broken into and the community has been pitching in to get them back on track. A family in Mountlake Terrace is searching for their guardian angels that saved them from a house fire. Stanwood and Oak Harbor are investigating an alleged hate crime at a football game. // Pollster Frank Luntz and former Republican Communications Director Tara Setmayer got into an awkward exchange on CNN.