Podcasts about Sound Transit

King County has its first new Executive in 15 years. Dow Constantine, who held the position since 2009, was chosen as the CEO of Sound Transit earlier this year. He stepped away from the Executive job at the end of March.In his place, Shannon Braddock is leading the county until a new executive is elected this November. Before this she worked mostly behind the scenes in various roles for the county over the last 15 years, including Deputy County Executive. County business waits for no one and Braddock is holding the position at a challenging time. King County is facing a roughly $150 million dollar general fund budget deficit and is dealing with uncertainty over federal grants. How does Braddock intend to lead the second largest government in the state of Washington? Well, she has a blueprint for that. At yesterday’s council meeting, she released her 200 day plan for her time in office. Guest: Shannon Braddock, King Count Executive Relevant Links: Seattle Times: Shannon Braddock is King County’s first new leader in 15 years. Who is she? Seattle Times : Maneuvering and lack of trust as King County seeks a new executive The Urbanist: King County Council Appoints Shannon Braddock Acting Executive in Constantine’s Wake PublicCola: Could a Sales Tax Hike for Criminal Justice Programs Save the County’s Budget? 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.

Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall has headed up the King County Sheriff’s Department since 2022. The King County Sheriff’s Department serves unincorporated King County and 12 contract cities, in addition to policing King County Metro buses and Sound Transit trains. Since she took over the role, overall crime numbers have been trending in a positive direction – felony referrals were down by a quarter in 2024 compared to 2019. And new data from the King County Prosecutor’s office released this morning says that in the first quarter of 2025, the county saw the lowest number of shots fired incidents since 2021.But Sheriff Cole-Tindall has been sounding the alarm about staffing challenges as King County is facing down a budget shortfall of at least $150 million dollars. Proposed cuts to the sheriff’s department budget total more than 30 million dollars over the next two years. Sheriff Cole-Tindall joined Soundside host Libby Denkmann in-studio today to discuss these issues, and to answer listener questions on public safety, immigration enforcement, homelessness response and more. GUEST: King County Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall RELATED STORIES: Early 2025 data shows crime dropping in Seattle - Axios King County Sheriff's Office reduces staffing amid budget constraints - KOMO King County Sheriff Patti Cole-Tindall reaffirms department’s commitment to immigrant rights - b-town blog King County Sheriff’s lawsuit over Burien camping ban thrown out by federal judge - 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.

Protesters in Bellevue are going to hit the streets of Bellevue to demand a wealth tax. It’s been an interesting week over at CNN. A new bill would not allow Washington circuses to have lions, tigers, and bears. Oh my. // LongForm: GUEST: Chris Sullivan on weekend traffic delays, new speed cameras on freeways, and Sound Transit & Light Rail time waste. // Quick Hit: The DOD canned a base commander that was insubordinate to JD Vance. More details on the United States’ proposal to purchase Greenland.

A suspect has been charged in a viral episode of road rage in Issaquah where a woman keyed a Tesla. You won’t believe Dow Constantine’s new contract as Sound Transit CEO. A couple was scammed out of $23,000 in the WSDOT toll texting scam. // LongForm: GUEST: Washington State Senator Curtis King (R-Yakima) explains why he is in favor of a gas tax hike. // Quick Hit: The Trump Administration caught an MS-13 gang leader. An illegal immigrant was arrested in Sedro Woolley.  

Washington officials are reacting to major overhauls to the federal Department of Health and Human Services, a Washington school district files a complaint against the state based on its policy on transgender athletes, and Sound Transit officially names a familiar face as its new CEO. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy. 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.

Sound Transit picks Dow Constantine to be CEO, Carnegie Medal for Heroism awarded to Gig Harbor man, and WA schools lose federal funding to buy fruits and veggies. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy. 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.

Labor board says REI illegally withheld wages, Sound Transit facing criticism for CEO search, and UW's cherry blossoms are behind schedule this year. 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.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and David Kroman of the Seattle Times discuss the wins and losses incurred after a bruising City Council fight over housing in SODO, a senior deputy mayor speaking out about a "toxic" workplace under Mayor Harrell, a plan to speed up light rail construction, Seattle Public School's superintendent leaving his position, and a story about earplugs you've... gotta hear. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

Seattle Nice has the breaking news this week that Dow Constantine will be the next CEO of  Sound Transit. Is Dow the best pick? Was the process a flawed example of cronyism? And why is the transit agency's CEO pay so high? We also discuss progressive activist Katie Wilson entering the Seattle mayor's race against Bruce Harrell. Does she have a shot against Harrell's record and "One Seattle" leadership style? Don't miss our in-depth interview with Katie Wilson where she self-criticized the left on the politics of homelessness in recent years. Plus, former assistant US Attorney Erika Evans is running against Republican City Attorney Ann Davison. Will Davison survive the challenge?    Also, is council candidate Tanya Woo finally calling it quits?   Our editor is Quinn Waller. About Seattle Nice It's getting harder and harder to talk about politics, especially if you disagree. Well, screw that. Seattle Nice aims to be the most opinionated and smartest analysis of what's really happening in Seattle politics available in any medium.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.

Washington state is trying to make an example out of schools that want to protect girls. Tomorrow is decision day in the effort to undermine parental rights. Redditors say they hope Brandi dies for exposing extreme abortion amendment. Will any sane Democrats push back against rent control? Media finally catches on to Sound Transit's troubling cronyism.

A crash on I-5 Northbound resulted in a car flying off an overpass and the driver being ejected from the car. One person is dead. Dow Constantine is under fire for what might be an unethical candidacy for Sound Transit CEO. Two JBLM soldiers were indicted for attempting to leak sensitive national security information to the Chinese. Trump is cutting off federal grant money to Columbia University over antisemitism on campus. // LGTBQ immigrant advocates in Seattle say their community is under siege from the Trump Administration. // The King County Sheriff’s office is employing the use of drones and dogs to crack down on crime.

Since Link Light Rail began service in 2009, more than 30 pedestrians have been hit by trains after stepping into a crossing. Less than two weeks ago there was a collision near Othello Station in the Rainier Valley. The next week, just blocks away… Another collision between a light rail train and a car. KUOW Reporter Casey Martin will explain what makes the light rail so dangerous in south Seattle, and what Sound Transit is doing to try and make things safer. Read about Sound Transit’s At-Grade Crossing Program here. Information on off-leash dog areas can be found here. 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.

(The Center Square) – The Seattle area's public transit agency is keeping candidate details confidential amid its search for its next permanent CEO, but transit advocates are calling for a transparent and public-involved process. Sound Transit narrowed down its list of candidates for the CEO position to five. However, details about most of the candidates have remained undisclosed from the public.The lone exception is King County Executive Dow Constantine, who also serves as a board member for Sound Transit. During the Sound Transit Executive Special Meeting, Constantine confirmed he is pursuing the CEO position as he is finishing up his fourth term as county lead and not running for reelection 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/washington/article_905b8246-ee48-11ef-9261-73ebf794fc1c.html

While companies reject DEI, Sound Transit to waste nearly $500K on Chief Diversity Officer. We got our first White House press briefing from someone competent. Costco is switching from Pepsi products to Coke in its food court. // WSDOT has delayed “critical preservation work” on I-5 until next year because apparently it wasn’t that critical. California is proposing a bill that would hold oil companies responsible for natural disasters. // Sean Hannity got into another debate with a PETA spokesperson. This time about the ethics of Groundhog Day.  

(The Center Square) – Sound Transit's light rail reliability issues led its board of directors on Thursday to ratify an emergency measure to hasten work on necessary fixes. Goran Sparrman, Sound Transit's interim CEO, declared an emergency in a written finding on Tuesday. After Sparrman issued his finding, staff gave existing contractor HNTB Corporation permission to come up with a project management plan to improve operational reliability in terms of bettering performance, security and safety. HNTB's work will not exceed $1.5 million.Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxxFull story: https://www.thecentersquare.com/washington/article_33b3fad6-da9e-11ef-9d49-f330c637da65.html

The deputy CEO for megaproject delivery chats with ENR Deputy Editor Aileen Cho about creating better collaboration with the A/E/C community.

Why is King County's longest-serving executive in the modern era not running again? Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and King County Executive Dow Constantine discuss his next career moves, decisions he wishes he would have made 15 years ago when he began as the county's leader, Sound Transit, and the King County Homelessness Authority, too. Also featuring questions from show patrons! If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon.Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies - The Beltway BriefingListen for of-the-moment insider insights, framed by the rapidly changing social and...

What’s Trending: Exclusive: Shocking response after man smoked drugs on Sound Transit. The future of the Seattle streetcar is in peril because nobody is riding it. Some Democrats are finally coming to terms to with the election results. Trump just announced a shocking new cabinet pick. // Big Local: A burglar in Olympia stole a historic car just weeks after the owner died and his family is devastated. Parents fear a youth race track could be in trouble after Snohomish County asked for bids on a new lease. Residents in Central Tacoma are dealing with discolored water after a water main break. // A disturbing new survey found that many young Australians are using pornography as a way to educate themselves on sex.

What’s Trending: More information comes out in the Dow Constantine office break in investigation, Lake Stevens man could be fined for chopping wood for charity, Jason reviews two movies this week, and Tim Ryan drops out of the presidential race.  Redmond Mayor candidate Steve Fields on the race and I-976 threatening the Sound Transit project there   Kellyanne Conway makes a phone call.

Thousands of people ride the light rail every day.  That number has only grown since the Lynwood extension. This episode we talk with Sound Transit and an etiquette expert about what we should all keep in mind to make the ride more comfortable for everyone. We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow And we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: https://www.kuow.org/feedbackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel and guest host Ryan Packer of The Urbanist discuss the latest economic forecast for the City of Seattle, a revised growth plan from Mayor Bruce Harrell, and some big financial challenges for two local transit agencies. If you like this podcast, please support it on Patreon!

What’s Trending: There are new revelations in the case of the Green Hill school security guard that had sexual relations with an inmate. New FBI stats show that Trump’s claims about rising crime were true, despite getting fact-checked by ABC’s David Muir. Sound Transit is unveiling a new bike patrol. Singer and former ‘One Direction’ member Liam Payne tragically died in Argentina at the age of 31. // Big Local: The Walgreens closures all around the country are affecting the citizens of Tacoma. Tacoma is implementing a new pride-themed crosswalk. A Snohomish County animal shelter has taken in dozen of kittens rescued from Hurricane Helene. // Mark Cuban says that the Harris campaign needs to counteract Trump’s appeal on social media. Jerry Seinfeld recanted his previous comments about the far-left ruining comedy.

What’s Trending: Exclusive: We don’t really house juveniles in juvenile detention. Tim Walz’s one decent moment of the debate last night was when he questioned J.D. Vance about the results of the 2020 election. Members of the left-wing media are trying to claim that Tim Walz won the debate. Crime numbers have gone up on Sound Transit, but Sound Transit claims it’s only because they have gotten better at reporting crime. // Big Local: Tim Walz will be in Hunt’s Point next week for a fundraiser, but he won’t be holding any public events. A stolen car crashed into the entrance of Bethel High School in Spanaway. A teenager was arrested after a crazy high-speed pursuit that finally resulted in a crash in Sea-Tac. It took a Bothell-area school a decade to install a new crosswalk for safety reasons. // Grifter Ta-Nehisi Coates is out with a new antisemitic book.

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.

Sound Transit expansion continues to be a hot button issue and the co founders of Smart Transit are calling for a pause on the expansion efforts, despite being big believers in public transit.     

Thursday, September 5 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (D) WA-10 comments on Project 2025 and the negative impact and restriction of rights it would have on a significant number of the country's population. She will also comment on her legislative priorities. *Attorney Jesse Wineberry, Co Founder, Washington Equity Now Alliance (WENA) who was instrumental in crafting a draft Executive Order for the Governor to establish a Commission to study reparations for African Descendants of the USA Enslaved in Washington State. The resolution in support of the EO was passed unanimously on June 23, 2024 at the Washington State Democratic Convention with over 1,000 Delegates voting in favor. *Mario Bailey, Seattle Seahawks Vice President, Community Engagement and Legends comments on his community work and his observation of the 2024 Seahawks team. The season begins on Sunday for the Seahawks. GO HAWKS! *Larry Williams, CEO, The Anchor Group will be joined by his daughter The Anchor Group President, Francine Johnson they will comment on the Friday, September 6 King County Metro and Sound Transit are kicking off the school year with Transit & Tunes at North Seattle College 2:00-7:00 pm with a variety of family-friendly activities and music by Michael Powers. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on facebook. X@Eddie_Rye.

Thursday, September 5 on Urban Forum Northwest:*Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (D) WA-10 comments on Project 2025 and the negative impact and restriction of rights it would have on a significant number of the country's population. She will also comment on her legislative priorities.*Attorney Jesse Wineberry, Co Founder, Washington Equity Now Alliance (WENA) who was instrumental in crafting a draft Executive Order for the Governor to establish a Commission to study reparations for African Descendants of the USA Enslaved in Washington State. The resolution in support of the EO was passed unanimously on June 23, 2024 at the Washington State Democratic Convention with over 1,000 Delegates voting in favor.*Mario Bailey, Seattle Seahawks Vice President, Community Engagement and Legends comments on his community work and his observation of the 2024 Seahawks team. The season begins on Sunday for the Seahawks. GO HAWKS!*Larry Williams, CEO, The Anchor Group will be joined by his daughter The Anchor Group President, Francine Johnson they will comment on the Friday, September 6 King County Metro and Sound Transit are kicking off the school year with Transit & Tunes at North Seattle College 2:00-7:00 pm with a variety of family-friendly activities and music by Michael Powers.Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on facebook. X@Eddie_Rye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What’s Trending: NRA lawsuit against I-1639 // Legislator calls for Sound Transit to reject pay raise for CEO Peter Rogoff // Kardashians save several homes in CA by hiring private firefighters // Movie Reviews: "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" -and- "Instant Family" // GUEST: Corey Lewandowski on his upcoming book Trump's Enemies: How the Deep State Is Undermining the Presidency. // GUEST: Oliver North’s on his NRATV Series American Heroes. The latest episode tells the story ofWashingtonian Dave Eubank, the founder of the Free Burma Rangers

What’s Trending: The Olympics got into hot water after their opening ceremony featured a drag performance that mocked the Last Supper. Target customers are complaining that the Washington State liquor tax is being labeled as a “spirits fee” on receipts. Military members will allowed to ride Sound Transit for free during Fleet Week… except it’s pretty much always free. // Pete Buttigieg made the dishonest claim on Fox News Sunday that crime is lower under Joe Biden than Donald Trump. // The Seattle Times has some useless tips on how to deal with angry passengers on flights.

What’s Trending: The calls for Joe Biden to step down are growing louder in the Democrat party. There was another episode of juvenile crime in Seattle during a shooting near Cleveland High School. Guest: Retired Navy Seal Adam Schwarze discusses the war in Gaza and what the United State’s strategy in the Middle East should be. // Big Local: A father in Auburn is pleading for an end to gun violence after his son was shot multiple times and is now in the hospital. Kent police arrested a 14-year-old boy for a DUI who did not stop when being pursued by police. Sound Transit is going to force some Federal Way residents to move so that they can make way for a new light rail facility. // The families of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ron Goldman were outraged after the BET awards paid tribute to OJ Simpson during the “In Memoriam” segment.

An estimated 45% of riders paid to get on the light rail in Seattle according to Sound Transit estimates from 2023. When you tap your Orca card at one of those yellow stands, or maybe you don't, you're making a difference to Sound Transit's bottom line because the organization has been hoping to rely on that revenue to make up 40% of light rail's operating budget. Last year, only 14% of the budget was covered by fares. It's an ambitious goal, one that Sound Transit has had since the agency formed in the 90s. Sound Transit's board says that goal is probably too ambitious. It's time to revise expectations downwards to reflect the reality of lowered ridership, increasing costs, and rampant fare evasion. Guest(s): Ryan Packer, contributing editor at The Urbanist. Related Links: The Urbanist: Sound Transit Lowers Farebox Recovery Goals, Opens Door to Fare Capping, Is Sound Transit Closing In on Fare Gates for Link and Sounder?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s Trending: A Tacoma teacher that has been accused of child molestation is in prison once again after a bail violation. Starting today, Sound Transit has brought back fare enforcement. A policy that it once considered racist. If you’re traveling internationally, some of your medications might be banned in other countries. // LongForm: GUEST: Cliff Mass (UW Atmospheric Sciences professor) breaks down the weird fall-like weather, explains when summer weather actually arrives, and reacts to a new, misleading Seattle Times story about a drought. // The Quick Hit: WNBA fans are demanding that more be done to protect Caitlin Clark after an on-court altercation.

Sound Transit is stepping up its fare enforcement on Light Rail platforms starting next week, Mayor Bruce Harrell is moving away from acoustic gunshot detection technology, and don't worry, eBook readers, Seattle Public Library still has your holds in place despite the ransomware attack. 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. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow We want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback: https://www.kuow.org/feedbackSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What’s Trending: The antisemitic staff at Wing Luke Museum stage walkout over exhibit condemning antisemitism. Staff at Highline High School used Narcan to save a student’s life that was overdosing on opioids. // The Biden campaign brought in Robert DeNiro to bash Donald Trump in New York. // Years after it was declared a racist policy, Sound Transit’s fare enforcement system is set to expand.

3pm - Fare inspections at Sound Transit Link stations begin June 3 // Sound Transit CEO on recent violent attacks: It’s ‘my job to restore confidence’ in public transit // Capitol Hill light rail station stabbing suspect charged with murder // Sound Transit’s $375K payout to ex-CEO didn’t buy help // Sound Transit looks to other cities as it considers fare gates // Hobbs and King celebrate game donation with Dungeons and Dragons duel in Yakima // GUEST: Sen. Curtis King, R-Yakima, 14th Legislative District // Aha moments are on the agenda for people analyzing WA Cares // UW survey: 1 in 10 Washington ‘young adults’ use cannabis every day // Daily marijuana use outpaces daily drinking in the US, a new study says // Study: Smoking weed daily as bad as cigarettes, can lead to heart problems

This week Jim and Kate announce we are now an award-winning podcast! A reminder about our community survey. Apply to participate in the Celebrate Kirkland parade – and apply for a float grant. A recap on our latest City Council Meeting. Special thanks to our Emergency Medical Services as we recognize EMS Week. A survey to be part of Sound Transit's upcoming stations' name picking. Summer fun with our Farmers Markets. Finding your voice in Building Safety Month Week Four. An announcement for our upcoming Memorial Day closure. Special guest, and Hometown Hero finalist: Renee Cox, Crisis Responder Supervisor, provides insight on the impact of our Regional Crisis Response.https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240523

What’s Trending: Bob Ferguson sent out a tweet that was dishonest about his hiring practices. The ex-CEO of Sound Transit was given $375k in severance despite not offering any transition services. A new study has found that daily marijuana use is higher than alcohol use for the first time ever. // Big Local: Two Kirkland parks are employing solar-powered surveillance cameras. A Tacoma man recovered his stolen clarinet after a thief tried pawning it off. A couple in Bothell claims a neighbor is threatening them. // Parents of a student at a Catholic middle school in Huntington Beach, California said the school principal embarrassed their son when he wouldn’t let him deliver a patriotic election speech.  

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Safety is a big concern for Sound Transit's interim CEO // Matt Markovich on the in-fighting between Washington Republicans over the GOP Governor candidate // Micki Gamez and Chris Sullivan on the best travel tips for people getting out of town for Memorial Day weekend // Daily Dose of Kindness: Some high school seniors in Texas take the "senior prank" and turn it into an opportunity for kindness // Sharon Lerner on the presence of "Forever Chemicals" in human blood, and the cover-up that 3M attempted // Gee Scott on the big Seattle Storm win over the Indiana Fever

On this episode, we welcome Tacoma City Councilmember Kristina Walker, a Pierce Transit commissioner and a Sound Transit board member. We discuss what's happening with transit in Tacoma and the wider region. We focus on the bus driver shortage that is affecting the 590 and 594 routes, light rail, the PT Runner service, the "Stream," and much more. Links Kristina Walker Channel 253 membership

Eastside residents and workers have a brand new option getting around, because Light Rail has finally arrived.Sound Transit's 2-Line opened on Saturday – which connects Bellevue and Redmond.Seattle Times transportation reporter Mike Lindblom tells us about the impact for Eastside commuters – and what lies ahead for Sound Transit.Wildfire Info: https://www.pse.com/en/pages/Wildfire-preparedness/Property Tax Info: https://cdn.kingcounty.gov/-/media/king-county/depts/assessor/documents/guide-to-property-tax-exemptions-for-senior-disabled-and-veterans.pdfWe can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenowAnd we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: https://www.kuow.org/feedback

As Sound Transit gets ready to inaugurate commuter trains between Bellevue and Redmond beginning next weekend, the question arises about the last time regular passenger rail service was offered on the Eastside. There’s some good-natured historical debate about the specific moment when the last passenger train rolled through what’s now an assortment of urban areas and dense suburbs, but a handful of local rail historians consulted by KIRO Newsradio agree it was sometime on or around July 19, 1922.

What’s Trending: Iran launched a wave of drone and ballistic missile attacks at Israel over the weekend. The Biden Administration is facing criticism for it’s wavering support of Israel. Sound Transit’s Link Extension project in West Seattle is forcing some businesses to move. Actress Rebecca Ferguson is under fire after calling an anonymous co-star an “idiot” and calling them out for screaming on set. // Big Local: There is a “kissing thief” going around Kitsap County and she just stole a $5,000 necklace. Residents in Carnation are raising concerns over a concert series coming to Remlinger Farms due to traffic and environmental issues. // An airline employee was caught on video swearing at a passenger in the security line during a heated altercation.

What’s Trending: Adult dancers in Washington State want their own Bill of Rights. This comes after some dancers have been harassed by patrons or other staff members. There is a new rise of casino patrons and employees being followed home and robbed at gunpoint. The target demographic for these attacks are Asian-Americans. Breaking News: The documents found in President Biden's Delaware home are said to be "Politically Damaging. GUEST: Chris Sullivan explains how traffic is about to get way worse for Snohomish County // Big Local: The Sound Transit link extension has been delayed until 2026. It seems that every Sound Transit project ends up getting delayed. Three suspects have been detained after a woman was shot in a home invasion. A Fife apartment complex has been taken over by squatters. // Ford is considering getting rid of a feature in their vehicles to save the companies millions per year. The parking assist feature that allows the car to parallel park itself is the feature in question. 

What’s Trending: Democrats are trying to use Manny Ellis to go after cops and Boeing doing enough to inspect its planes? LongForm: Mark Meredith (FOX News) on New Hampshire primaries and Ron DeSantis suspending his campaign. Quick Hit: WA lawmakers want to make fashion more environmentally friendly.

What’s Trending: Democrats want to change how we refer to sex offenders and Sound Transit gave one of it’s station’s to antisemitic protesters. // Ron DeSantis realized the best he could do was third place in New Hampshire and could be Trump's VP? // Rantz thinks he is the biggest competitor to Elon Musk. 

Light Rail riders, check your station: Sound Transit will be making repairs over the next few weeks.Time it wrong on a weekday, and you could be waiting more than 20 minutes for a train. On weekends, train service through downtown will stop entirely.It's the third time in a year that downtown stations have been disrupted by maintenance.Seattle Times Transit Reporter Mike Lindblom will tell us what's going on.Sound Transit info on delays: https://www.soundtransit.org/ride-with-us/1-line-service-disruptionCome to our next live event on the future of work. More info and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/casual-friday-live-future-of-work-fremont-abbey-tickets-769882237497 We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenowAnd we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: https://www.kuow.org/feedback

What’s Trending: Ignore the economic news propaganda — it’s a mixed bag, After claiming fare collection is racist, ST again discusses… fare collection and New TikTok trend hits Federal Way.  Big Local: Condescending school board director steps down to be seen as hero and Air pollution is allegedly shortening lifespans. You Pick:  A Connecticut teacher sued over DEI punishment.

This week…Get ready for hordes of purple fans. The Husky Football Team is on its way to the National Championship.Sound Transit is considering fare gates to stop free light rail riders.And surprise! Smoke and fog messed with the New Year's Eve celebration at the Space Needle.Freelance arts reporter Jas Keimig and Seattle Now Producer Clare McGrane are here to break down the week.Come to our next live event on the future of work. More info and tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/casual-friday-live-future-of-work-fremont-abbey-tickets-769882237497 We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. You have the power! Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenowAnd we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram at SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: https://www.kuow.org/feedback

What’s Trending: There was a large encampment fire near an I-5 on-ramp in Seattle, this is another reason to get your vote in today, these are the issues that can be fixed with the proper leaders elected. The Washington State Ferries are delaying their winter reservations due to their website being down, an exotic animal sanctuary is about to be shut down due to permits and one neighbor lawsuit // Big Local: The Lynnwood Police Department are investigating 3 armed robberies that occurred in public parking lots, 3 subjects were arrested in related crimes, the police are trying to tie them to previous crimes. Elusive Mart & Vape have suffered two smash and grab robberies that left thousands of dollars in damages along with cash and some products. A Mexican grocery store in Everett might be forced to close by Sound Transit //  Minnesota Vikings quarterback had one of his TikTok videos go viral where he described how he gets through the airport to his gate in just minutes

This week…Seattle Police have new restrictions for when they're allowed to lie on the job.Sound Transit is gonna start charging people who don't pay fares on the light rail.And it's almost time for chocolate popcorn… the Cinerama is reopening under a new name next month.Author Jodi-Ann Burey and Needling Editor-in-Chief Lex Vaughn are here to break down the week.Previous SPD Ruses Episode: https://www.kuow.org/stories/limiting-when-police-can-lieWe can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Make the show happen by making a gift to KUOW: https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow And we want to hear from you! Follow us on Instagram @SeattleNowPod, or leave us feedback online: https://www.kuow.org/feedback