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Next Phase of $133M Airport Noise Cancelling Project Approved by Seattle Port Commission
Episode 110
The Port of Seattle Commission has authorized the next phase of a $133 million multi-year sound insulation program to wind down in 2026. The Sound Insulation Program had its genesis in 1985 and to da…
Published on 2 years, 4 months ago
Insurers Claim State Study on Increased Claims Complaints Is ‘Misplaced’
Episode 109
Insurance advocacy groups in Washington state are pushing back against a new study released by the Office of the Insurance Commissioner highlighting the recent increase in insurance claim complaints.…
Published on 2 years, 4 months ago
WSU President Accused of Intervening in Ethics Investigation Over $15M Contract
Episode 108
Washington State University President Kirk Schulz has been accused of interfering with an ethics violation investigation after a complaint was made against two employees in relation to a request for …
Published on 2 years, 4 months ago
Deadly Weekend in Renton Spotlights Increasing Crime in the City
Episode 107
Renton officials are discussing ways to improve public safety in the area as violent crime rates continue. Overall crime in Renton increased by 6.4% from 2021 to 2022, according to a report from the …
Published on 2 years, 4 months ago
Woodward Administration Two Weeks Behind on Spokane’s 2024 Budget Audit
Episode 106
The Spokane City Council, having recently approved millions in spending for the new labor contract with the Spokane Police Guild, is asking Mayor Nadine Woodward and her administration for answers on…
Published on 2 years, 4 months ago
Space Industry Launches $4.6B Into Washington State Annually
Episode 105
When mankind is set to explore Mars and the Moon in the future, the Washington state space industry will play a big role, while potentially generating astronomical dollars in economic impact. Accordi…
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago
After Millions Spent, Spokane County Frustrated to See Homeless Numbers Increase
Episode 104
Spokane County commissioners asked the hard questions and came up with few answers about the efficacy of millions of dollars spent on homelessness only to see more people on the streets. The frustrat…
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago
Study: Washington Ranks No. 8 Among States for Increased Home Value Since 2016
Episode 103
Washington state experienced the eighth largest increase in home prices in the past seven years, according to a new study put out by Texas Real Estate Source. Washington building industry advocates s…
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago
Major League Baseball All-Star Game Set to Generate Over $50M for Seattle
Episode 102
The city of Seattle is preparing to host the 2023 Major League Baseball All-Star Game and is expected to generate millions of dollars for the downtown community. The All-Star Game festivities start o…
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago
Spokane City Council Unanimously Approves Police Guild Contract
Episode 101
After an hour-long public study session, the Spokane City Council adjourned to a closed-door executive session to discuss “potential litigation and collective bargaining negotiations,” as Council Pre…
Published on 2 years, 5 months ago