Podcasts about Pierce County

Pierce County Sheriff Keith Swank is being investigated for his social media posts about gun ownership for transgender people. An accused drug dealer deported four times was arrested in Seattle. Why is this not making headlines? A Bureau of Labor Statistics revision shows that there were far fewer jobs added under the Biden Administration than previously thought. Prosecutors want a harsher sentence for Shawn Kemp. // LongForm: GUEST: Thurston County Commissioner Wayne Fournier is proposing a new law that would keep federal immigration enforcement out of emergency response zones. // Quick Hit: A new Gallup poll shows that capitalism has its lowest favorability ever amongst Americans.

A 13-year-old boy was arrested by Pierce County deputies for threatening to commit a school shooting and was allegedly in possession of dozens of firearms. Trump won another case at the Supreme Court regarding immigration. The Seattle housing market took a dip last month. // Would a Zohran Mamdani victory in New York ultimately be good for the rest of the country in the long run? // After the backlash from their interview with Kristi Noem, CBS says it won’t air edited interviews anymore.

If you’ve driven from Seattle to Mount Rainier this summer, you might’ve had to find a different route from normal – one that misses the town of Wilkeson. Since April, this Pierce County town of just under 500 people has been cut off from a major source of economic activity: Through traffic, due to the closure of the Fairfax Bridge a few months ago. And, to add insult to injury, another key bridge is also closed. The White River Bridge was blocked off following a crash involving a semitruck. Wilkeson Councilmember Jayme Peloli says her town is suffering due to these closures. She’d been calling for Washington’s governor to issue an emergency proclamation in order to seek federal dollars to reimburse state efforts to fix these bridges. Yesterday, he did just that, in an effort to address the White River Bridge closure. We talk with Peloli about what's been going on in Wilkeson. Guest Jayme Peloli, Wilkeson councilmember Editor's note: We received a statement from WSDOT after this episode aired on the radio. It reads, in part: "The Governor’s emergency proclamation is the first step in WSDOT seeking federal funds for repairs to the White River Bridge. While this does not guarantee that WSDOT will receive funding from the Federal Highway Administration, we believe the bridge strike qualifies as a catastrophic failure from an external cause under the statute, and we will actively pursue emergency reimbursement. Securing this funding will help ensure that state dollars can go further as we balance the many pressing needs across our transportation system." 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.

3pm: I Was Thinking: Atomic Wedgies and Communism // This Day in History: 1776 - British forces defeat Patriots in the Battle of Brooklyn // Father abandons child on Pierce County freeway for being ‘loud and disruptive’

Donald Trump Jr said Seattle and Portland ‘crapholes’ should be next for Trump’s crime crackdown. KING 5 finally covered an immigration story (somewhat) fairly. Kilmar Abrego Garcia was arrested again. // Big Local: The FBI is leading a search effort for Travis Decker near Leavenworth. The Pierce County town of Wilkeson’s economy is reeling due to two bridge closures. A student that was arrested for bringing a loaded handgun to Arlington High School reportedly will be allowed to return to campus. Washington State troopers arrested a suspect that fled multiple times at speeds over 100 mph in Fife. // You Pick the Topic: Southwest Airlines has new rules for ‘plus-size’ passengers.

Criminal Mischief – The Sins of the Father Melissa Wolfenbarger's story is as tragic as it is disturbing—shaped by a childhood in the shadow of unimaginable violence and ending in a mystery that still lingers decades later. Born to parents later revealed as serial killers, Melissa's life began under a cloud of darkness. But nothing could prepare her friends, family, or investigators for what came next. In 1997, Melissa disappeared without a trace, setting off a frantic search across Pierce County, Washington. Months later, her remains were discovered in the woods, raising more questions than answers. The investigation quickly turned toward her husband. Accused, tried, and thrust into the spotlight, he faced the full weight of suspicion—only to be acquitted when the case against him fell apart in court. To this day, the question remains: Who killed Melissa Wolfenbarger? This episode of Criminal Mischief examines Melissa's life, her haunting family history, the chilling circumstances of her disappearance, and the botched investigation that left her murder unsolved. It's a story of tragedy, trauma, and justice denied. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pierce County is facing a growing homelessness crisis.According to the 2025 Point-in-Time Count, nearly 3,000 people are experiencing homelessness—an 11% increase from last year. Rising housing costs, shrinking shelter capacity, and limited rental assistance are driving the surge.

President Trump said he wants to get rid of mail-in voting. Guest: Townhall.com contributor and lawyer Kurt Schlichter on the fake outrage over the changes to the Smithsonian and California’s redistricting ploy. // Big Local: Pierce County has spent millions on an eviction prevention program. People traveled far and wide for the grand opening of Washington’s first In-N-Out location. Pierce County is getting transit ready for next summer’s FIFA World Cup. // A memorial bench was created in honor of the elderly dog walker Ruth Dalton who was murdered in Seattle one year ago. Bed Bath and Beyond is opening new stores, but not in California.

Maple syrup, beef, and family history -- that's the story from this Centennial Farm in northeastern Pierce County. With help from Compeer Financial, we're celebrating one of Wisconsin’s proudest traditions -- the Century and Sesquicentennial Farm Program. These are farms that have been in the same family for more than 100 or 150 years, carrying on a legacy of hard work, stewardship, and community. These families have deep roots in both their land and their hometowns. Fifth-generation Mitch Vanasse tells us how his family’s history continues to hold strong despite surrounding farm consolidation and urban sprawl.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WSDOT decided to make light of a series of road closures that are going to be a huge inconvenience for drivers this weekend. A former Seattle resident is suing the city after a traumatic biking accident in 2020. An appeals court upheld a $1 million fine for a Longview restaurant that violated Washington’s indoor dining ban during COVID. // Big Local: Snohomish County is toying with the idea of using drones as first responders. Pierce County’s homeless population has gone up this year. Bonney Lake’s Little League World Series team has been eliminated. // You Pick the Topic: Is it rude to take leftovers home from a restaurant if you’re not the one paying?

A Pierce County school district is ditching its school resource officer program. Seattle activists boycott Etsy over satirical 'Alligator Alcatraz' merch. Guest: Content cretor Conner Mather has a solution to prevent gets from being addicted to their phones. // Big Local: Spokane County is considering a huge increase in permitting fees. The Lacey daughter that was assaulted by her father had some choice words for her parents. A Puyallup cat that had been missing for 8 months was found by his owner. // You Pick the Topic: Joy Reid says that white people have never invented anything.

Rapper Big Sean was stunned by the open-air drug use in downtown Seattle. Pierce County wants to overhaul its juvenile detention center. Why has nobody been held accountable in the takeover of the UW engineering building 105 days ago? Current and former employees are protesting at the Microsoft campus in Redmond. // LongForm: GUEST: Chairman of the DC police union Gregg Pemberton on the early results of the federal crackdown on crime. // Quick Hit: Washington played a role in the deadly Florida crash involving an illegal immigrant. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is revoking over 6K student visas due to charges of burglary, assault, and sympathizing with terrorism.

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Mercer Island teacher was accused of sexual misconduct, kept teaching // It costs $170,00 per school resource officer in Pierce County and the Franklin Pierce School District is dropping the program // 3-year-old breaks $1,600 marble table at NJ cafe. Who pays? // SCENARIOS!

SPD chief Shon Barnes was paid bonuses for hiring two people he referred. As if traffic couldn’t get any worse, I-5 will be completely closed though downtown Seattle this weekend. Seattle is expanding it’s program to assist small businesses that have dealt with the adverse effects of crime, but business owners say it’s not nearly enough. // Big Local: Tacoma and Pierce County are being sued for not putting an initiative establishing a Workers’ Bill of Rights and a $20 minimum wage on the November ballot. Tacoma is using AI cameras to help people know what they should and should not recycle. // You Pick the Topic: It turns out that a couple that Chuck Schumer has mentioned countless times over the years doesn’t actually exist.

Seattle is closing a homeless encampment near a Lake City park where a double homicide just occurred. Gas prices are down nationally, but they’ve gone up in Washington. Nonprofits are spending money to protest the DC takeover. // LongForm: GUEST: Founder of the Quality of Life Coalition Saul Spady on how the dangers of homelessness have reared their ugly heads in recent days. // Quick Hit: Pierce County is patting itself on the back for an affordable housing plan that has been a complete failure.

(The Center Square) – For the first time in many years, the Pierce County Republican Party will not have a booth at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup, Wash. – better known to locals as the Puyallup Fair. Signature-gathering efforts for citizen initiatives and GOP merchandise are the purported reasons for Washington State Fair officials telling Pierce County Republican Party Chair Dave McMullan that he would have to relocate the party's booth to a different area this year. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx Read more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/issues/general/article_a25f5f1a-ed5f-49c9-b2b5-4cf10b54c735.html

On the Wednesday, Aug. 13 edition of Georgia Today: A court hears arguments over Georgia's controversial voting law; the newly assembled Pierce County Library Board in Southeast Georgia has its first meeting after the library's manager was fired over a book display; and plans for light rail on the Atlanta Beltline take shape. 

In this episode Dave looks active and pending data from different cities in Pierce County and reacts. Have a question? Ask away! Send all questions to davidjones@windermere.com.Watch this episode on our ⁠⁠Youtube channel⁠⁠! Looking for more content? Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.windermereabode.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more content, houses and information!

This Pierce County Centennial Farm has been in the family since 1917. Ken Peterson's grandfather purchased the 40-acre farm. He raised pigs, chickens, cows, and horses. Ken's father got the farm after World War II. His father had a stroke in 1998, leaving Ken to inherit the farm when he passed. Ken recalls a lot of struggles that the family went through, such as mortgage payments in the 1920s that didn't get settled until Ken's father took over. He also recalls doing a lot of the milking growing up and being able to use only one bucket. Ken doesn't miss the cold mornings of milking and using the cows to warm up, but he cherishes those memories now as he rents out the farm. The future, nonetheless, is bright as his granddaughter and great-grandkids will continue the farm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another ballot drop means more local election results, Pierce County health officials are investigating a potential case of locally acquired malaria, and are you enjoying today's rain? Firefighters working on the Bear Gulch Fire sure are. 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.

Guest - Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson - Council approves Council President Nelson’s bill dedicating anticipated public safety tax revenue to recovery services // Waves reach Hawaii, California after 8.8-magnitude Russia quake // Tsunami advisory for Washington coast canceled // 3 reasons why the Pacific Ocean tsunami fizzled before reaching WA // ‘I was stunned’: Pierce County executive calls out sheriff’s sobriety test comment

Guest - Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson - Council approves Council President Nelson’s bill dedicating anticipated public safety tax revenue to recovery services // Waves reach Hawaii, California after 8.8-magnitude Russia quake // Tsunami advisory for Washington coast canceled // 3 reasons why the Pacific Ocean tsunami fizzled before reaching WA // ‘I was stunned’: Pierce County executive calls out sheriff’s sobriety test comment

Dave Jones discusses the current state of the real estate market, focusing on Tacoma's position as a top metro area. Windermere Economist Jeff Tucker is also featured on this episode talking about the markets, giving his take on things. Dave continues to analyzes inventory levels, mortgage rates, and the dynamics of buyer and seller motivations. Dave also cover the importance of understanding market trends and preparing for potential changes in economic sentiment.____________________For more houses and information, visit www.windermereabode.com!Follow Dave Jones online: @thadeacon on InstagramSubscribe to the Brick By Brick Podcast on Youtube (creator and co-host)www.bricktalk.net

Border czar Tom Homan pledges a visit to Seattle amid pushback over immigration enforcement. Key races in the August primary could help shift us toward sanity. Child drug deaths way up in Washington. Pierce County executive likely violated state law. Should ag workers be given amnesty?

URSULA'S TOP STORIES: The Pierce County Sheriff's own DUI // Republic Services strike continues // 4 year old boy shoots mother in Lynnwood // New graffiti penalties coming to Seattle // YOU BE THE JUDGE: Tim Eyman’s guide to getting away with refusing to renew tabs for 6 years // WE NEED TO TALK. . . No Vacation Nation

Why it matters: The Charter Review Commission helps decide how Pierce County is governed — including whether voters keep the right to elect the sheriff.Big picture: The commission reviews and proposes updates to the county's charter, impacting public safety, government structure, and accountability. Decisions made here can affect how local leaders are chosen and how power is balanced in the county.

URSULA'S TOP STORIES: Pierce County Sheriff’s Office employee accused of DUI // The weekend preview of terrible traffic for a month // Bellevue lowering speed limits // Crime is cratering in Seattle // WE NEED TO TALK. . . Ursula's surprise experience with the Seattle Storm

A southern Washington county passed a resolution this week to re-emphasize that is an "non-sanctuary" jurisdiction, summer heat could impact the region's light rail tracks, and Fourth of July fun has a price tag... In unincorporated Pierce County, that's upwards of $200,000. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Gustavo Sagrero. 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.

Dr. Amy Radunz. a stocker cattle producer from Pierce County and Beef Cattle Technical Specialist for Purina. With decades of experience and a deep-rooted passion for the beef industry, Radunz has made a lasting impact both in and beyond Wisconsin. Her influence spans from state-level leadership to national representation. Radunz currently serves as President of the Wisconsin Beef Council andas Vice President for NCBA’s Region III Federation of State Beef Councils. Although no longerserving on the Wisconsin Cattlemen’s Association Board or Committees, she continues tosupport the organization and now represents WCA on the Wisconsin Department ofAgriculture’s Export Advisory Council. As a representative on the Federation of State Beef Councils, Radunz explains the function of the group and how it's monitoring progress on checkoff dollars invested. Radunz was also recently presented with the Cattlemen of the Year award by the Wisconsin Cattlemen's Association. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Law and Order: Local Government edition. We’re talking legal news and electing lawyers. We take a deep dive into the Seattle city attorney election and whether a Republican can distance herself from the president and win in that deep blue city. We also recap the week in legal stories in Western Washington municipalities, including an update on King County Assessor John Wilson (who recently dropped out of the executive race) and a conflict in Pierce County between the sheriff and prosecutor. Thank you to the supporters of KUOW, you help make this show possible! If you want to help out, go to kuow.org/politics. Sound Politics is a production of KUOW in Seattle, a proud member of the NPR Network. Our editor is Catharine Smith. Our producer is Hans Anderson. Our hosts are Scott Greenstone and Libby Denkmann. And we want to hear from you! Send us your politics questions by emailing soundpolitics@kuow.org or give us a call at 206-221-0511.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Ballard Trump supporter’s yard sign was filled with bullet holes and their car was defaced in what appears to be a politically motivated attack. There was yet another attack on ICE agents in Texas. // Things are not looking good financially for Tacoma schools. Rather than making some obvious cuts, Pierce County might use tens of millions in savings to compensate for the loss of federal funding. SCOTUS overruled a lower court and declared that Trump can go ahead with his cuts to the federal workforce. // Ballard neighbors are concerned over a rise in coyote sightings.

Pramila Jayapal wants to bring Seattle’s homelessness policy nationwide. The FBI has opened an investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan and FBI Director James Comey. WSU researchers are telling people to stop poking their bears. Pierce County deputies chased a suspect who insisted he wasn’t under arrest. A UW doctor has been arrested by the DEA for “diverting” fentanyl from child patients. // LongForm: GUEST: Peter Breen with the Thomas More Society has submitted an amicus brief to the Supreme Court on behalf of Reverand Robert Barron challenging Washington's clergy reporting law. // Quick Hit: The Tacoma News Tribune is very upset that the Big Beautiful Bill defunds Planned Parenthood.  

Josh Hammer shares his personal story of evacuating to safety while he was in Israel during the “12-Day War.” What is the Trump doctrine and what is an “America First” foreign policy? // Big Local: An Afghani refugee in Bellilngham says Trump Administration policies are an obstacle to her being reunited by her family. A Pierce County man was arrested for lobbing fireworks at someone’s home. King County is limiting its data collection of people’s gender. // You Pick the Topic: NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte explains why he referred to Trump as “Daddy.”

Inside Tacoma & Pierce County: Adventure, Growth, and Community.Welcome back to the Outdoor Adventure Series! In today's episode, we chat with Andrea Reay, President and CEO of the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce, and Dean Burke, President and CEO of Visit Tacoma-Pierce County. Together, they share the inside story of how their organizations collaborate to fuel economic development, promote vibrant small businesses, draw world-class conventions and sporting events, and showcase the region's spectacular outdoor offerings.Whether you're an adventure seeker, a business owner, or just curious about this vibrant Pacific Northwest community, you won't want to miss the stories, vision, and contagious local pride that Andrea and Dean bring to the table. Get ready for an engaging conversation about community, collaboration, and the call of the outdoors!DISCUSSION00:00 "Team Collaboration Drives Success"06:09 Understanding the Chamber's Role07:42 Driving Community Prosperity12:07 Engaging Visitors & Locals in Nature16:15 Targeting Conference Niches Strategically17:04 Convention Center Bookings Evolving22:51 Reimagining Community in Post-COVID Era25:20 Exploring U.S. Outdoor Adventure Opportunities30:18 Support Local: Chamber Directory & Events33:42 "Live Like the Mountain's Out"34:25 "DMO Template & Itineraries"39:00 Supporting Puyallup Tribe's Economic Growth44:10 Improving Access Through Education45:32 Infrastructure Challenges in Historic CitiesCONNECT WITH TACOMA-PIERCE COUNTYTo Learn more about the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber, visit their website at https://www.tacomachamber.org/ or on these social sites:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tacomapiercecountychamber/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tacoma_chamber/To learn more about Visit Tacoma-Pierce County, visit their website at https://www.visitpiercecounty.com, or on these social sites:Facebook: facebook.com/visittacomapiercecountyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/visittacomapiercecounty NEXT STEPSVisit us at https://outdooradventureseries.com to like, comment, and share our episodes.KEYWORDSTacoma Chamber, Pierce County, Visit Pierce County, Tacoma, Tourism, Mount Rainier National Park, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast#TacomaChamber #PierceCounty #VisitPierceCounty #Tacoma #Tourism #MountRainierNationalPark  #OutdoorAdventureSeries #Podcast My Favorite Podcast Tools: Production by Descript Hosting Buzzsprout Show Notes by Castmagic Website powered by Podpage Be a Podcast Guest by PodMatch

Gas prices are down across the country… except in Washington. A rap duo lead an antisemitic chant at the Glastonbury music festival in England over the weekend. Truck drivers are upset at a new Trump executive order that they must learn English. The Trump admin is also suing LA for its sanctuary policies. // Big Local: SeaTac is calling off its 4th of July fireworks show. One of the Issaquah homeowners being sued by King County for cutting down trees says it was for safety reasons. The Tacoma News Tribune is getting to the bottom of who took down pride flags on a Pierce County bridge. // You Pick the Topic: Actress Charlize Theron ripped into Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s lavish wedding over the weekend.

Apparently traffic tickets are racist now. Bottles of urine are being left out in a Portland neighborhood. Pierce County is extending its opioid detox program. // Big Local: The Spokane Fire Department admonished a viral video featuring a cat and pride flags on one of their trucks. Copper wire thieves are wreaking havoc for Sound Transit. Sound Transit is considering light rail expansion in Tacoma, but it would mean the end of an old building. // You Pick the Topic: Former Congressman Jamaal Bowman says that black people have more adverse health conditions because they have to worry about being called racial slurs.

WA Health Care Authority group recommends government give addicts fentanyl, other drugs. An update on the Israel-Iran war. // LongForm: GUEST: Sheriff Keith Swank on his fight with Pierce County over immigration enforcement. // Quick Hit: Most missing pets in Seattle disappear during the summer. Streaming has taken over TV.  

A union vote could cause trouble at grocery stores in Washington this Summer. Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pierre announced she’s leaving the Democrat Party to become an Independent as she releases her new book. // Big Local: The Washington State Superintendent’s office is pushing back against the Quilcene school board’s ban on transgender athletes. A Pierce County yard worker scammed people out of hundreds of thousands of dollars. An Everett 11-year-old is fighting for his life after being shot in the head in what the authorities believe to be gang-related violence. // You Pick the Topic: Senator John Kennedy (R-LA) absolutely grilled an Ivy League law professor.

Washington’s wildfire preparedness may be lacking this year thanks to cuts from Democrats in Olympia, but left-wingers in Washington are trying to blame Trump. Rep. Dan Newhouse wants the EPA to look into the Seattle office potentially coordinating with far-left environmentalist groups. Washington has some of the worst daycare prices in the country. Rep. Jasmine Crockett says that Democrats should already be looking to impeach Trump // Big Local: A major crash in Pierce County has left one dead and injured several others. An update from Enumclaw High School. A Lynnwood LGBTQ group wants the city to allow them to raise a pride flag at a city park. // You Pick the Topic: Tinder is releasing a new feature that will help you filter out short people.

Last month Pierce County resident Tuan Thanh Phan was deported. That wasn’t unexpected for Tuan or his family - he was planning on starting a new life in Vietnam after he was deported. His permanent residency was revoked in 2009, nearly ten years after he was convicted of first degree murder and second degree assault. The surprise was where he went. He wasn’t going to Vietnam, his birth country. Instead, Tuan ended up on a flight to South Sudan. That was redirected to Djibouti. The flight was part of a push by the Trump administration to remove convicted visa holders from the U.S. – back to countries that aren’t their own. Now Phan's wife is sounding the alarm - she hasn't heard from her husband since he was sent to Djbouti. Guest: KUOW Race, Identity, and Immigration Reporter Gustavo Sagrero Álvarez Related Stories: A Pierce County man expected to be deported to Vietnam. Instead, ICE routed him to South Sudan - KUOW 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.

Local doctors voice their concerns over the FDA’s changes to COVID vaccine guidelines. A man was arrested in Seattle’s Belltown for smashing windows. KIRO News Radio’s Chris Sullivan on Memorial Day traffic. // Big Local: Pierce County deputies might start looking elsewhere for better pay. Tacoma Public Schools is making significant cuts due to its massive deficit. A Tukwila woman is searching for her stolen Chihuahua. // You Pick the Topic: EPA administrator Lee Zeldin threw Adam Schiff into a tizzy after insulting him about being an ‘aspiring fiction writer.’

Pierce County is moving juvenile inmates into the county jail. More antisemitism at UW. SCOTUS blocked more of Trump’s deportations. Toupees are all the rage on social media. // LongForm: GUEST: United States assistant attorney general for the civil rights division Harmeet Dhillon on why Washington's new clergy reporting law might be unconstitutional. // Quick Hit: A former teacher is sounding the alarm over the dangers of AI in the classroom.

The grandmother of the young boy in Pierce County who died from a fentanyl overdose has spoken out. Microsoft is reportedly laying off thousands of workers. China has ended its ban on Boeing deliveries. // LongForm: GUEST: Jean Hill (Executive Director of WA State Catholic Conference) says Catholics were intentionally targeted by Washington Democrats with law ending privacy in confessions under certain circumstances. // Quick Hit: CNN’s Jake Tapper is patting himself on the back again for (finally) covering Joe Biden’s cognitive decline.

4pm: Guest - Erika Thompson - Tacoma Foster Mom has fostered over 134 children // Her foundation, WishingWell.Org, provides new and gently-used clothing and school supplies to children 0-18 years of age who are currently placed in the foster care system in Pierce County and 7 surrounding counties. We are the only foster support agency of its kind working in Pierce County and 7 surrounding counties. // John’s Boat Woes Continue to Mount // Welcome Twiggy the German-Doodle to the Curley Family!

Josh Dunn is the Founder and CEO of Premier Media Group, a full media company with print, digital, social, and live event marketing. Since its inception in 2001, Premier Media Group has grown to include several publications, including 425 Magazine, 425 Business, South Sound Magazine, South Sound Business, and Northwest Travel & Life. Josh has been recognized for his volunteer work, including being named Community Volunteer of the Year by the Master Builders Association of Pierce County. He also founded TEDxTacoma and has been involved in various nonprofit initiatives. In this episode… The future of local journalism often seems bleak in a world dominated by digital media and shrinking attention spans. But what does it take to not only keep a regional media company alive, but make it thrive? How can a small publication evolve in a landscape ruled by AI, social media, and global platforms? Josh Dunn, an entrepreneur with nearly 25 years of experience in regional media, answers this question with vision and heart. Josh shares how he built Premier Media Group into a thriving organization by focusing on community-centered content, intentional acquisitions, and non-polarizing storytelling. Despite obstacles like 9/11 and COVID-19, his optimism and strategic acquisitions have enabled his company to expand into business and travel publications. His approach involves offering human-generated, non-polarizing content and forming partnerships with larger media outlets to enhance distribution. Tune in to this episode of the Smart Business Revolution Podcast as John Corcoran interviews Josh Dunn, Founder and CEO of Premier Media Group, about thriving as a regional media entrepreneur. Josh discusses scaling through strategic acquisitions, the impact of strong company culture, and his take on AI in journalism. He also shares insights on events, social media partnerships, and mentoring freelance journalists in today's changing media landscape.

There were oral arguments today for a massive religious liberty case at the Supreme Court that isn’t getting much coverage. // Big Local: An Irish woman living the United States has been detained in Tacoma’s ICE detention center. The Pierce County Council passed a resolution limiting federal law enforcement’s role in immigration enforcement. WSU did not sign onto a letter with other universities condemning the Trump administration. :46 – You Pick the Topic: California’s state legislature passed a law that would keep male sex offenders in women’s prisons.

The Seattle City Council is cracking down on problematic after hours establishments. WSDOT is implementing speed cameras near work zones. The Tacoma News Tribune has a dumb story about whether or not police departments in Pierce County are ‘diverse’ enough. CBS’s Gayle King played the sexism card when addressing criticism over her space ride. // LongForm: GUEST: Scott St. Clair’s son, a USAF veteran, was taken hostage in Venezuela. He says Sen. Patty Murray is ignoring his pleas for help but is confident in the Trump administration. // Quick Hit: President Trump cut off federal funds to Harvard. Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) says he will go down to El Salvador to get Kilmar Abrego Garcia back if he has to.