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Clark County voters rejected light rail in 2012 and passed a 68% advisory vote against it in 2013 — yet Councilors Yung, Fuentes, and Marshall have continued pushing the project. The IBR I-5 Bridge cost estimate has doubled from $7.5 billion to $15.2 billion since 2023, and a C-TRAN board restructuring now gives Vancouver effective control of six of nine seats. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-local-politicians-have-ignored-repeated-votes-against-light-rail-and-a-county-resolution-opposing-light-rail/ #LightRail #IBR #ClarkCounty #CTRAN #Vancouver #Transportation #Opinion #Politics #WashingtonState

A creepy man approaches kids at the Space Needle. Rep. Pramila Jayapal cheers socialism, then goes blank when asked to name one socialist country that worked. Democrats gloss over the socialist, America-hating movement taking over their party. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce got married. // Big Local: A stabbing attempt in Bellevue at light rail station. A lawyer for a suicidal teen blames Federal Way for a shooting. A teenager has been arrested for a slew of robberies in King and Pierce counties. // You Pick the Topic: Yet another World Cup fan has fallen in love with America.

Rep. John Ley breaks down TriMet's financial collapse — $6.4 billion in operating losses over a decade, ridership 30 percent below 2019 levels, and cash reserves projected to run dry in May 2029. Oregon voters rejected a taxpayer bailout 83-17. The IBR's light rail component carries a $3.5 billion price tag, and phase one doesn't even include trains, tracks, or stations. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-will-trimet-be-around-to-operate-the-ibrs-light-rail/ #TriMet #IBR #LightRail #TransitFunding #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #Oregon #PublicTransit #Transportation #Opinion ---

In a 4-1 vote, the Clark County Council advanced a resolution — 95 percent written by the city of Vancouver — asking the IBR to extend light rail to Library Square. Councilor Michelle Belkot, the lone dissenting vote, reminded colleagues the county is still officially on record opposing light rail without a voter-approved advisory vote. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/clark-county-council-follows-vancouvers-lead-promoting-light-rail-to-library-square/ #ClarkCounty #LightRail #IBR #InterstateBridgeReplacement #CTran #Vancouver #Transportation #ClarkCountyCouncil #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyToday

A Vancouver proposal to have C-TRAN study fixed rail infrastructure has reignited the transit debate in Clark County. Supporters say rail shapes development; critics say the region's needs can be met without it. Cast your vote and see where the community stands. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-do-you-believe-clark-county-needs-light-rail-or-other-fixed-rail-transit-in-the-future/ #ClarkCounty #LightRail #CTRAN #FixedRail #Vancouver #TransitPlanning #Washington #PublicTransit #PacificNorthwest #Poll

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Washington and Oregon's Interstate Bridge project has exploded from roughly $5-7 billion to nearly $14.4 billion. Now the promised Vancouver light rail extension is being delayed indefinitely, leaving critics calling it a "light rail to nowhere." We examine the costs, the politics, and why public-private partnerships aren't being seriously considered.#VancouverWA #InterstateBridge #LightRail #WashingtonState #Oregon #Transportation #Taxpayers #Infrastructure #MAXLightRail #Portland #Vancouver #BridgeReplacement #GovernmentSpending #PublicTransit #LeftCoastNews

Clark County Today editor Ken Vance argues that Vancouver officials pushing to replace C-TRAN's Bus Rapid Transit system with light rail are ignoring three voter rejections, buses running below 20% capacity, and the looming 2029 bankruptcy of Portland's TriMet — while Sound Transit's expansion has ballooned $35 billion over budget. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-clark-county-does-not-have-a-need-for-light-rail/ #LightRail #CTRAN #Vancouver #ClarkCounty #Transportation #TriMet #SoundTransit #PublicTransit #WashingtonState #Opinion

Send us a text and chime in!Valley Metro and the City of Phoenix invite the community to an open house to learn more about the West Phoenix Extension light rail expansion project. The open house is a continued conversation aimed at hearing community hopes for this major infrastructure project from design through construction. Attendees will have an opportunity to share what's important to them, one-on-one interaction with Valley Metro and City of Phoenix staff, and provide current contact information, preferred language, and method of communication for future project notifications. As no formal presentation will be given, attendees are welcome to stop in at any point during...   For the written story, read here >> https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/west-phoenix-light-rail-expansion-open-house/ Check out the CAST11.com Website at: https://CAST11.com Follow the CAST11 Podcast Network on Facebook at: https://Facebook.com/CAST11AZFollow Cast11 Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/cast11_podcast_network

Camas resident Douglas Tweet, PhD, argues the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program's own data shows a two auxiliary lane design outperforms one aux lane in every congestion measure — yet IBR recommends the lesser option. He says eliminating light rail, estimated at $3.5 billion or 25% of total project cost, and building two aux lanes instead could save more than $2.5 billion while improving safety and reducing bridge width by 31 feet. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-i-5-bridge-save-billions-reduce-congestion-and-improve-safety/ #I5Bridge #IBR #LightRail #Transportation #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #Opinion #BridgeReplacement #CongestionRelief #PacificNorthwest

Rep. John Ley reports from the June 12 IBR oversight meeting, where eight legislators from Washington and Oregon challenged a $7.65 billion cost estimate, a single auxiliary lane decision costing up to $1 billion less than two lanes, and light rail plans facing open skepticism from both sides of the aisle. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-legislators-demand-two-auxiliary-lanes-and-challenge-light-rail-plans-for-i-5-bridge-replacement/ #I5Bridge #InterstateBridgeReplacement #IBR #LightRail #Tolling #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #WashingtonState #Transportation #Politics

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay will give the state of the County today. Patricia Murphy sat down with him last Saturday for a live interview at the Cascade PBS Ideas Festival. There, she asked him about some of the issues facing King County and how he plans to address them. 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’re just over six months into Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson's tenure, which means the honeymoon period’s in the rear view mirror. Voters have gotten a look at how her administration is handling some of the biggest issues facing the city: How ready is Seattle to host its first World Cup game on Monday? What happened to those 500 shelter beds that were supposed to be added before the games How is the Mayor taking criticism from the business community over some of her progressive messaging? How will Wilson, as a former transit rider organizer, prioritize moving people throughout the city? Guest: Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson Relevant Links: Seattle Times: Mayor Wilson agrees to turn on stadium-area cameras ahead of World Cup Politico: The World Cup’s biggest policy bet Seattle Times: Seattle mayor pitches sales tax increase to boost bus service 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.

Former Federal Transit Administration Administrator Marc Molinaro joins Paul Comfort for an in-depth conversation about federal transit policy, funding, and the future of public transportation.Drawing on his experience as both a member of Congress and the leader of the FTA, Molinaro offers a behind-the-scenes look at how the agency operates, what transit agencies should understand about federal grants, and why building consensus in Washington is often more complicated than it appears.The discussion explores the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee's recently approved surface transportation reauthorization proposal, evolving federal priorities around safety, security, accessibility, and project delivery, and the growing role of bus rapid transit in connecting urban, suburban, and rural communities.Whether you're a transit executive, policymaker, or industry observer, this episode provides valuable insight into how federal decisions shape local transit systems across North America.In This EpisodeWhat the FTA actually does day-to-day How federal transit grants are evaluated and managed Lessons learned from leading the FTA The future of surface transportation reauthorization Safety, security, and accessibility priorities Bus Rapid Transit vs. Light Rail investment trends Why transit legislation advances through "evolution, not revolution" What transit leaders often misunderstand about WashingtonCreditsHost and Producer: Paul Comfort Executive Producer: Julie Gates Producer: Chris O'Keeffe Editor: Patrick Emile Associate Producer: Cyndi Raskin Brand Design: Tina Olagundoye Transit Unplugged is brought to you by Modaxo, passionate about moving the world's people.For more information, visit: www.Transit Unplugged.comDisclaimer: The views and opinions expressed in this program are those of the guests, and do not necessarily reflect the views or positions of Modaxo Inc., its affiliates or subsidiaries, or any entities they represent (“Modaxo”). This production belongs to Modaxo, and may contain information that may be subject to trademark, copyright, or other intellectual property rights and restrictions. This production provides general information, and should not be relied on as legal advice or opinion. Modaxo specifically disclaims all warranties, express or implied, and will not be liable for any losses, claims, or damages arising from the use of this presentation, from any material contained in it, or from any action or decision taken in response to it.

6pm - I WAS THINKING: Should Voting be an Inalienable Right? // Seattle’s daily light rail ridership jumps to No. 1 in U.S. // ‘Only suckers pay’: Seattle’s heated transit fares debate // Sound Transit study suggests fare gates at 14 busy stations by 2030 // It may be soon possible to get some of the benefits of sleep without having to nod off // The myth of the eight-hour sleep

Rachel is back on the mic! She recaps her recent work travels and, as always, updates you on the news of the week.Top Stories:1. Ben & Jerry's coming to the waterfront2. Melinda French Gates joins Kraken ownership group3. Data center potentially coming to Bed Bath & Beyond space downtown4. Sound Transit pushes aside Ballard lineAbout host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theweeklyseattle.com

Public records obtained by economist Joe Cortright reveal the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program allocates $320 million to TriMet's Ruby Junction maintenance facility in Gresham — 20 miles from the bridge — while the overall IBR price tag has ballooned from $3.2 billion to potentially $15 billion. Rep. John Ley of the 18th Legislative District breaks down the numbers and questions who is accountable. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-the-ibr-shell-game-for-trimet-at-ruby-junction/ #IBR #TriMet #RubyJunction #Interstatebridge #Transportation #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #LightRail #Opinion #Politics ---

Bob Ferguson touts WalletHub ranking without linking the study — because the study doesn’t say what he claims. John Bolton has accepted a plea deal. A driver in Seattle somehow ended up on light rail tracks. // LongForm: GUEST: Fox News host Trace Gallagher opines on the California primaries and the midterms. // Quick Hit: Even some people on the Left are calling the people attacking Graham Platner’s accusers.

Camas resident Douglas Tweet presents ridership data showing TriMet's MAX light rail lines have fallen to less than a third of their forecast numbers — and argues the Interstate Bridge Replacement Program is using similar models to justify $3.5 billion in light rail spending. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-trimets-history-of-over-predicting-light-rail-ridership/ #TriMet #LightRail #IBR #InterstateBridge #Vancouver #ClarkCounty #Transportation #Opinion #WashingtonState #CamasWA ---

I WAS THINKING:  What Popeye Can Teach Us About the Climate Change Hysteria // Victor Marx, the Republican frontrunner for Colorado Governor, is… interesting // Driver follows GPS onto Seattle light rail tracks at Mount Baker Station, disrupting service for two hours

Wed, Jun 3 1:08 AM → 4:10 AM Sound Transit King County Sheriff transit police transit security SPD SFD multiagency response to vehicle that entered the light rail tracks from an at-grade intersection driving northbound on the southbound track. Selected radio traffic from 6pm to 9pm local time. Radio Systems: - Puget Sound Emergency Radio Network PSERN Full

The dream of light rail to Ballard just took a big hit. The Sound Transit Board voted last week on how to move forward with expanding the system and how to cover a $34 billion dollar budget shortfall over the next two decades. After a marathon voting session, the board moved forward with several major projects. Those include: finishing rail to Everett and Tacoma, building a West Seattle extension, adding a new station at Graham Street, and making a new line between Issaquah and Kirkland (though, the delivery target is now 2050). You may have heard the board did not, however, prioritize getting light rail to Ballard. Instead, under the new plan, the line will stop at Seattle Center. Guest: Seattle City Council Member Dan Strauss Relevant Links: The Urbanist: Sound Transit Board OKs Major ST3 Update, Casting Ballard into Limbo KUOW: Sound Transit board shelves Ballard extension, saves South Seattle stations Seattle Times: Ballard light rail idea rejected while Sound Transit OKs other lines Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! Right now, we're asking for listeners to give us a full review of the show. We want to know what you like, what you hate: Tell us your hot takes. kuow.org/feedback. Also, 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.

5pm - John’s Signature Gathering Event … At the Coyote? // Some interesting stats on the initiative signers so far // Tacoma, West Seattle move forward with Light Rail, Ballard scaled back for now // JFK is born on this day in 1917 // LETTERS

Guest host Gabriel Spitzer discusses the week’s news with political and public affairs consultant in Seattle who podcasts at Seattle Nice and Blue City Blues, Sandeep Kaushik, Seattle City Council President Joy Hollingsworth, and former Port of Seattle commissioner and Washington state gubernatorial candidate, columnist for the Tacoma Tribune and the Spokane Inlander Bill BryantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Interstate Bridge Replacement Program's estimated cost has doubled to $14.4 billion, and Vancouver's light rail extension to Library Square now has no timeline. The first funded phase at $5.68 billion covers the new span but not the tracks. Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle says the city won't accept a 90-foot elevated station near the waterfront as a permanent endpoint. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/light-rail-to-nowhere-surging-costs-undercut-i-5-bridge-transit-plan/ #I5Bridge #LightRail #VancouverWA #InterstateBridge #TransportationWA #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #IBRProgram #ColumbiaRiver #Infrastructure ---

Douglas Tweet of Camas argues IBR's own FSEIS data shows the recommended one-auxiliary-lane design fails to reduce congestion, while a two-auxiliary-lane design reduces northbound congestion by 31% and cuts travel time by 60%. He says the $15.2 billion project devotes half the bridge to modes used by just 2.3% of travelers. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-i-5-bridge-eliminate-light-rail-include-two-auxiliary-lanes-each-way-instead/ #I5Bridge #IBR #LightRail #Transportation #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #Camas #WashingtonState #Opinion #TrafficCongestion

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Sound Transit is facing a $35 billion budget gap and the long-promised light rail extension to Ballard is at severe risk of being cut. Scott Kubly, former Director of Seattle's Department of Transportation, joins us to unpack how the region landed in this mess and shares a plan to cut costs and save the Ballard line.   The headline number is jaw-dropping: Sound Transit projects cost two to three times more than comparable transit built almost anywhere else on Earth. Why? Kubly walks us through the regulatory traps, the agency culture, and the political dysfunction that have made building anything in Seattle and most of urban America agonizingly slow and absurdly expensive. Kubly's solution for Seattle borrows from Copenhagen. The idea involves shorter trains, modular stations, and other fixes that could save $10 to $15 billion on the Ballard line alone and move more riders than the current plan. The question is whether anyone on the Sound Transit board is willing to listen.  Send us a text! Note that we can only respond directly to emails realseattlenice@gmail.comThanks to Uncle Ike's pot shop for sponsoring this week's episode! If you want to advertise please contact us at realseattlenice@gmail.comSupport the showYour support on Patreon helps pay for editing, production, live events and the unique, hard-hitting local journalism and commentary you hear weekly on Seattle Nice. 

C-TRAN's board voted to request a light rail extension to Library Square but rejected an amendment that would have protected taxpayers from additional construction and operating costs. Critics are asking who picks up the tab if costs climb. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/poll-should-c-tran-taxpayers-be-protected-from-paying-additional-costs-tied-to-extending-light-rail-to-library-square/ #CTRAN #LightRail #IBR #LibrarySquare #Vancouver #ClarkCounty #PublicTransit #Transportation #WashingtonState #IBRBridge

Seven C-TRAN board members voted down an amendment that would have shielded taxpayers from extra costs — potentially approaching $1 billion — tied to extending light rail from the Waterfront to Library Square. The 7-2 vote exposed a new board dynamic critics warned about. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/c-tran-board-asks-ibr-to-bring-light-rail-to-library-square-with-no-protection-for-taxpayers/ #CTRAN #IBR #LightRail #ClarkCounty #Vancouver #Transportation #IBRbridge #PublicTransit #WashingtonState #ClarkCountyToday

Every week we talk about the most fascinating stories in the news and what they say about the Pacific Northwest. We call 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: Ryan Packer - Contributing Editor at The Urbanist Related Links: Seattle Children's and Laurelhurst neighborhood agree to change controversial helicopter landing policy Noisy protest calls out limits on airlifts to Seattle Children's Sound Transit Board Grapples with Plan to Rebalance ST3 Somers Proposal Keeps Rail to Everett and Tacoma On Track, Stops Short of Ballard Seattle Sound Transit Leaders Rally to Avoid Light Rail Delays Who doesn’t want WinCo store to open in North Seattle? 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.

The Seattle Chamber CEO and former state lawmaker says the ‘Seattle Process’ is breaking the city. Spokane County Sheriff’s Office says a drunk driver chased a child on a dirtbike onto Cheney sidewalk and then walked out of jail without bail. Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson dodged questions about the future of light rail. The ladies of The View have another dumb take about the Iran war. // LongForm: GUEST: The Fode Family is fighting Washington bureaucrats over water rights on their multigenerational hay farm on Moses Lake. // Quick Hit: A staggering number of young people are putting off retirement due to a lack of savings.

Engineer Bob Ortblad reviewed 3,606 public comment responses in the IBR's Final Supplement Environmental Impact Statement and says many answers are lies or nonsense. His question about routing 28,000 daily trucks to rail and I-205 was met with a response about light-rail transit and community input. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-interstate-bridge-replacement-lies-and-nonsense/ #InterstateBridge #IBR #Vancouver #Transportation #ClarkCounty #WashingtonState #Opinion #Infrastructure #FreightRouting #LightRail

Sen. John Braun and Sen. Jeff Wilson challenge the $14.4 billion Interstate Bridge Replacement project, arguing light rail should be postponed until Clark County voters approve operational funding. The Republican senators criticize decision-makers for prioritizing light rail over bridge construction, noting costs have doubled since 2022 and questioning federal transit grants, voter approval, and financial liabilities. They propose building a "light rail ready" bridge first, adding vehicle capacity, and respecting Clark County's three previous votes against light rail taxation. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/opinion-delaying-light-rail-offers-best-hope-for-new-bridge/ #Interstatebridge #LightRail #ClarkCounty #Transportation #IBR #WashingtonPolitics #BridgeReplacement #PublicTransit #TaxpayerRights #Opinion

Sound Transit is looking at potential cuts and readjustments to its ST3 plan. Voters approved the vision for the next phase of regional transit nearly a decade ago. But last year, Sound Transit announced it was somewhere between 30 and 40 billion dollars in the hole. At a Sound Transit retreat in March, board members were presented with the reality that they may need to drop planned stations or entire lines in Ballard, Issaquah, Everett, and Tacoma. So what happens next? And how will affected communities respond? Guest: Ryan Packer, contributing editor at The Urbanist Kristina Walker, Tacoma City Councilmember, Chair of the Sound Transit Board Rider Experience and Operations Committee, and chair of Pierce Transit Mark Mullet, Issaquah Mayor David Scott, board chair of Seattle Subway Relevant Links: The Urbanist: Three More Takeaways from a Pivotal Sound Transit Board Retreat The Urbanist: Snohomish County Has Sound Transit's Regional Rail Spine Top of Mind 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.

We're back!! After two weeks on the road, Rachel and friend of the pod Nick Patri are back in the studio to catch you up on what you've missed in the news cycle and in their personal lives.Top Stories:1. Millionaires Tax explained2. New light rail: Crosslake Connection (Line 2)3. Starbucks: Chatgpt partnership, layoffs, and employees going to Nashville4. New Apple CEO5. Tomboyx CEO reclaims ownership6. Little Red Hen drama7. New rooftop barAbout guest Nick Patri - Podcast ConsultantNick started as a Sports Reporter at the Wisconsin State Journal, then he worked for Uber and launched a podcast for millions of drivers. He was a podcast producer for GoFundMe, a podcast producer and marketer for Fuel Talent's podcast What Fuels You, a producer and marketing consultant for REI's podcast, and he continues to freelance as a marketing strategy consultant.About host Rachel Horgan:Rachel is an independent event producer, emcee and entrepreneur. She worked for the Business Journal as their Director of Events interviewing business leaders on stage before launching the weekly podcast. She earned her communication degree from the University of San Diego.Contact:Email: info@theweeklyseattle.comInstagram: @theweeklyseattleWebsite: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.theweeklyseattle.com

A Seattle couple had gas siphoned from their cars. A biased AP story about SCOTUS. A former Marysville police officer has chronicled his weight loss journey in a book. An Iranian-American doctor calls out the Left’s silence on the treatment of women in Iran. // Big Local: The legal challenge to a WA law undermining sheriffs is changing venues. Is Pierce County going to get light rail? // Fridays with Jake Skorheim on a viral Costco employee’s retirement and more out of the Glacier Peak High School nudity scandal.

Seattle blames Trump for World Cup tourism slump, but the city’s own problems tell a different story. The ladies of The View argue over whether they should welcome Marjorie Taylor Greene and other anti-Trumpers into their coalition. Guest: The United States Treasury's Assistant Secretary for Financial Institutions Luke Pettit on Trump Accounts.  // Big Local: Travelers heading to Snoqualmie pass were thrown a curveball by some late-season snow. Is light rail ever coming to Everett? Spokane is boasting much better car theft numbers than it did a decade ago. // You Pick the Topic: Your kids could be trading stocks without you knowing.

We're talking about the puzzling plans for a Vancouver light rail and the horrific response to a worker's death at a Troutdale Amazon warehouse. Plus, we're sharing a few of our city's essential group bike rides. Joining me are Stumptown Savings founder Bryan M. Vance and Portland Monthly senior editor Rebecca Jacobson. Discussed in today's episode: Vancouver City Council approves resolution opposing shorter I-5 light rail route [OPB] ‘Everyone is Replaceable': Death Rattles Oregon Amazon Facility [Western Edge] Portland's Essential Annual Bike Rides and Events [Portland Monthly] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this April 15th episode: Discover Newport OMSI Cascadia Getaways Cascadia Community Energy

The American military performed a miraculous rescue operation to save a fighter pilot that was shot down over Iran. Guest: Let's Go Washington Founder Brian Heywood filed for an emergency hearing on the "necessity clause" in the new income tax, and it was granted by the Washington State Supreme Court. // Big Local: Washington State troopers arrested a woman that was allegedly driving under the influence with a 4-year-old in the car. Mercer Island light rail is running into some obstacles. During an Orting city council meeting a naked woman appeared on one of the councilmember’s screens. // You Pick the Topic: Starbucks customers are fed up with a new tipping scheme.

President Trump signed an Executive Order on mail-in ballots today. A criminal with a violent past tried to shove a man into an oncoming train at the Northgate light rail station. Democrats in Providence, Rhode Island want to remove a mural of Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian woman who was murdered by a career criminal on a North Carolina train. // Big Local: Kent police officers pulled a man from burning car after he crashed while attempting to flee law enforcement. At least 100 shots were fired at south Tacoma house party. One woman was killed and another was injured. A catalytic converter was stolen from a nonprofit food truck in Tukwila. // You Pick the Topic: A new bizarre controversy surrounding Kristi Noem’s husband.

Bob Ferguson officially signed the income tax into law and the legal challenges have already begun. The crosslake light rail connection is officially up and running. // KING 5 uses Washington’s mask ban to drum up ICE complaints — for a law already dying in court. Tom Homan says ICE agents will remain in airports for the time being. // Baseball’s automated balls-strikes challenge system has been a roaring success with the fans.

Washington’s ‘Millionaire Tax’ sends luxury home listings surging 65% overnight. Business near Seattle Center excited about the potential return of the Sonics. Idaho Senate passes $2,000 daily fine on cities flying banned flags. Squirrels are being lured in by the fruity scents of e-cigarettes. // Big Local: Bellevue Police is prepping for the launch of the Eastside light rail. The Spokane City Council votes to redirect $120,000 from police budget to nonprofit amid $13M deficit A contractor in Snohomish County has closed up shop and is costing his clients millions. // You Pick the Topic: An online debate has ensued after Chili’s jabbed Ruth’s Chris Steak House over its dress code.

6pm: Video Guest - Barry Neufeld - Former School Board Adminstartior from Britishg Columbia // Neufeld was charged with a hate crime in 2018 for comparing assisting children in transitioning to child abuse // Did You Hurt Someone’s Dignity? In Canada, It Can Cost You. // Video Guest - Ry Curley on the 2026 Mariners // Guest - Chris "Sully" Sullivan crossed I-90 on the I-90 on the Light Rail // Mercer Island is getting light rail this Saturday, whether it wants it or not

Olympia has set its penalties for home sellers that don’t get an energy score. The Eastside – Seattle light rail is finally opening this weekend. Democrats are shrieking over ICE arresting 2 people at San Francisco airport. // LongForm: GUEST: State Rep. WA GOP Chair Jim Walsh on the efforts now underway to repeal the income tax. // Quick Hit: Many right wingers are celebrating online after the death of the founder of OnlyFans.

The Crosslake Connection will finally open this Saturday. That means for the first time, you’ll be able to take the light rail from Seattle to the Eastside. So, what will that new access mean for Redmond? We’ll talk about it with Andrew Villeneuve from the Northwest Progressive Institute. 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.

Starting in mid-June, soccer fans will flock to 16 cities across North America for the World Cup. Each match will draw tens of thousands of fans, many of whom will take public transit. That's spurred transit agencies in host cities to expand service or finish big infrastructure projects. We'll learn more. But first, a quick update on the Middle East and a look at changes to the state and local tax deduction.

Starting in mid-June, soccer fans will flock to 16 cities across North America for the World Cup. Each match will draw tens of thousands of fans, many of whom will take public transit. That's spurred transit agencies in host cities to expand service or finish big infrastructure projects. We'll learn more. But first, a quick update on the Middle East and a look at changes to the state and local tax deduction.

A Washington State bill banning law enforcement from wearing masks heads to Bob Ferguson’s desk. The Mariners announced their 2026 value menu. The delivery of Boeing’s 737 MAX airplanes have been delayed due to a ‘machining error.” // Big Local: Bellevue police is preparing a special light rail unit dedicated to keeping the homeless from Seattle out. Kids on e-bikes and scooters are causing a commotion in an Auburn neighborhood. // You Pick the Topic: A Texas woman has been accused of flying drones disguised as crows to smuggle drugs into a prison. The Trump Admin pulled $120k in research grants for LGBTQ cartoonists and ‘multiethnic’ studies.