Podcast Episodes

A listeria outbreak is testing our food safety system

We’re in an ongoing, nationwide listeria outbreak linked to pasta.

It may have you wondering about the state of food safety under the Trump administration, especially in a government shutdown.

We’ll …

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Wednesday Evening Headlines

Mayor Harrell increases lead over Katie Wilson, Starbucks employees authorize a strike, and the Seattle Storm introduce their new head coach.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsr…

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Early results from Seattle's 2025 general election

The first ballots in this year’s general election are counted.

Early results show incumbent Mayor Bruce Harrell leading in Seattle, but other sitting officials in the city are trailing.

Still, there …

Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago

Tuesday Evening Headlines

Election officials urge voters to use drop boxes, faith leaders speak out against SNAP delays, and we do a final election check-in before results start rolling in.

It’s our daily roundup of top stori…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

With SNAP in flux, Seattle food banks expect a surge

Following two federal court rulings, the Trump Administration said it would partially fund SNAP benefits this month. The uncertainty surrounding SNAP is expected to increase demand at Seattle food ba…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Monday Evening Headlines

Local politicians are advocating for SNAP benefits to continue, National Guard troops cannot enter Portland -- at least until Friday, and you can buy a pickleball license plate.

It’s our daily roundu…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

The Constitution, read by we the people, at UW

Tomorrow is election day. 

Your right to vote in a local election is enshrined by the US Constitution's 10th amendment. 

We’ll talk with U.S. Documents Librarian Cass Hartnett about why for the past …

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Weekend Listen: Inside Tacoma’s ICE Detention Center

Today, we’re bringing you a special documentary from the KUOW Newsroom…

The public is rarely allowed entry into Tacoma’s immigration detention center.

The prison-like facility has rapidly filled to c…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Friday Evening Headlines

Amazon's CEO comments on recent layoffs, Issaquah on edge following immigration arrests, and "ghost students" are stealing financial aid from WA colleges.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from t…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Casual Friday with Vivian McCall and Chase Burns

This week…

You’ve only got a few more days left to vote, especially if you want to drop your ballot in the mailbox.

Halloween is on a Friday for the first time in over a decade, but Seattle weather m…

Published on 1 month, 3 weeks ago