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Soundside
Soundside leads the Puget Sound conversation with smart questions, lively debates, and direct access to the region's most influential voices. Timely, insightful, and unmistakably local, it's where the Pacific Northwest comes to dig into the news.
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As Seattle finalizes comprehensive plan, some ask - who will speak for the trees?
After a few marathon public comment sessions last week, the Seattle City Council is considering the final version of a comprehensive plan. This is the document…
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From Sammamish to space: meet NASA’s new astronaut candidate
NASA announced its next batch of potential astronauts this week. Out of 8,000 applicants, just ten were chosen to attend the two year training program…
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She was harassed on a national level. And the experience, she says, softened her.
What happens when you become the target of hate, spread across wide swaths of the media? Of a movement that is as frightening and violent as it is just…
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On The Ballot: Chad Magendanz, 5th Legislative District
This week, we're looking at the special election in Washington’s 5th Legislative District, which covers Issaquah to Enumclaw. State Sen. Victoria Hunt, a…
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Using Instagram to sell a house in Seattle
Log onto Instagram and you’ll see videos of celebrity interviews, food recipes and, lately, homes for sale. These days realtors are leaning more on…
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Ask a Doctor: What the latest federal vaccine guidance means for your kids
There's a flurry of health news happening these days: Decisions and announcements being made at federal agencies. State governments vowing to fight changes. It…
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Affordable Housing vacancies in Seattle rise while the homeless population grows
There is a disconnect between the high level of homelessness in Seattle and the high number of affordable housing units that are sitting unused at the moment…
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Sept 18-21
Well, with Fall officially beginning at 11:19 on Monday morning, we’ve reached the FINAL weekend of the summer. How will YOU be celebrating the end of…
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Hear it Again: The hunt for truth behind Oregon's mysterious cattle mutilations
In 2019, the remote plains of Harney County, Oregon made national news. Scattered amongst groves of ponderosa pine were a handful of mutilated cattle. The cows…
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On the ballot: Rep. Michelle Caldier - 26th Legislative District
A state Senate seat in Washington’s 26th district is looking like a barn burner. The district covers Gig Harbor, Bremerton, Port Orchard and the Key…
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Trump's push to repeal the Roadless Rule gets mixed reaction in the PNW
Washington’s great outdoors are famous for breathtaking mountain views, crystal blue lakes and…. roads? You could start seeing more of that last…
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AI is probably coming to the classroom, whether you like it or not
A new school year has started; kids are sharpening pencils and breaking in backpacks. Many are also getting used to another new tool: Artificial Intelligence…
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What a King County case says about abuse in a national police youth program
In May, King County prosecutors filed sexual assault charges against a King County sheriff’s deputy. They said he raped a 17-year-old girl. Prosecutors…
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On the ballot: Sen. Deb Krishnadasan - 26th Legislative District
A Senate seat in Washington’s 26th district is looking like a barn burner. The district covers Gig Harbor, Bremerton, Port Orchard and the Key Peninsula…
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She's a trans Seattleite. She did not shoot Charlie Kirk. The internet disagrees.
This is a story about the internet and our country’s political polarization. It’s also a story about our thirst for answers, and the race to score…
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"What do we want? One lunch!" Students protest changing SPD schedule
At 11am on Monday, September 15th, students at high schools across Seattle walked out of class, and headed to Seattle Public Schools’ district office…
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Hear it Again: New linguistic paper traces the many Indigenous names of Mount Rainier
Since May 8, 1792, European colonists have called the large volcano just off the coast of Puget Sound "Mount Rainier." It was given that name by a British…
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Sept 11-14
You know what time it is. It's WEEKEND WARMUP TIME! Links: SPORTS Mariners - LA Angels - 9/11-14 Sounders - LA Galaxy - 9/13 Reign - Racing Louisville FC -…
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On the Ballot: Alexis Mercedes Rinck - Seattle City Council Position 8
November’s general election could bring a group of new faces to Seattle City Government. Today we’re diving into the race for City Council’s…
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Hear it again: Cannonball Arts comes to downtown Seattle
A brand new contemporary art space opened up last month in downtown Seattle. It's called Cannonball Arts, and Soundside recently got a sneak preview. GUESTS…
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On the Ballot: Rachael Savage - Seattle City Council Position 8
November’s general election could bring a group of new faces to Seattle City Government. Today we’re diving into the race for City Council’s…
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Lake City Fred Meyer closure: Lawmakers push back
What will it take to save the Lake City Fred Meyer? Is it even possible? Lawmakers and local shoppers are asking those questions after Kroger announced last…
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Brian Heywood launches two new initiatives about K-12 school policy
He’s back. Well, he never really left. Conservative megadonor Brian Heywood wants to put two new policy proposals in front of the Washington state…
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What Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi's family wants, almost a year after her death
Almost a year ago, an Israeli soldier shot and killed Ayşenur Ezgi Eygi in the West Bank. She was a Seattle resident and a University of Washington graduate…
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A perspective on the Presidential Fitness Test from an actual physical education teacher
School starts up this week for some districts in our region, others started last week – before Labor Day! For some students, gym classes may include a…
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Sept 4th-7th
All good things must come to an end, and while that includes things like MoPop's Nirvana exhibition, it also means the work week is coming to a close. With…
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Can ChatGPT be at fault for a teenager's suicide? A new lawsuit argues it can
Last week, the parents of a 16-year-old boy who died by suicide sued OpenAI, the company that owns ChatGPT. They say the bot fed into their son’s…
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Over 200 people in Monroe, WA receive millions after exposure to Monsanto chemicals
Monsanto has settled with more than 200 people in Monroe, Washington, who were exposed to PCBs -- toxic chemicals once produced by the company. Students…
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Breaking down recent immigration arrests, ICE activity in WA
If you’re a news junkie (or social media user) your feeds have likely been inundated lately with headlines and videos of immigration officers taking…
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Why some WA judges won't make accused domestic abusers surrender their guns
In 22 states, people subject to certain domestic violence protection orders must surrender their guns. Washington State has had that requirement since 2014…
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'The middle of a major infrastructure emergency:' Wilkeson councilmember fights to fix major bridge closures
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…
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Aug 29-Sept 1
It’s Thursday, and on Thursdays, we hear from Soundside Producer Jason Megatron Burrows with everything worth doing this weekend... but he's on vacation…
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Liquor before beer, best to steer clear? Why people are drinking less these days
Have you been at a party recently and found yourself reaching for sparkling water instead of a glass of wine? Join the club. A new Gallup poll found that…
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Amanda Knox on empathy in storytelling and working with Monica Lewinsky in new 'Twisted Tale' series
The story of Amanda Knox has been told many times, and there have been several versions: there were the sensational allegations laid out by an Italian…
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The prison shaped loophole in Washington's sanctuary laws
Governor Ferguson continues to defy demands from the Trump Administration to end Washington’s “sanctuary state” policies. But lawmakers say…
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"He doesn't have any authority": WA Sec. of State defends mail-in voting against Trump
President Trump has threatened to sign an Executive Order that would end mail-in voting in America. His comments last week come at a time when the President is…
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What the Oregon desert has to do with your Seattle electricity bill
The future of Seattle City Light might run through Oregon. The city has contracted two solar fields in central Oregon in an effort to meet surging demand for…
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What recent protests tell us about the tech industry and employee power
Recent tech company protests are highlighting the connection between worker power and free speech here in Seattle. On Sunday, protestors, including current and…
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You asked, we answered: On helmets and head protection
Recently on Soundside, we took a ride into the world of micromobility. Specifically, we wanted to know as more e-bikes and scooters crowd the streets and…
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It’s a gallery. It’s a theme park? It’s Cannonball Arts in downtown Seattle!
A brand new contemporary art space opened up this week in downtown Seattle. It's called Cannonball Arts, and Soundside recently got a sneak preview. GUESTS…
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To hear an iconic sound of the Northwest, listen to snow melting on Hurricane Ridge
What does the Pacific Northwest sound like to you? Is it the tide rolling over a rocky beach? The wind across the Palouse? Or maybe a ferry horn echoing across…
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Aug 21-24
It’s Thursday, and on Thursdays, we hear from Soundside Producer Jason Megatron Burrows with everything worth doing this weekend! LINKS: A Clarinet…
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Microsoft employees protest company’s contract with Israeli intelligence organization
A group of current and former Microsoft employees briefly occupied part of the company’s Redmond campus yesterday to protest the relationship between the…
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Does your computer science degree still guarantee you a high-paying job?
For college students, saying you majored in computer science used to be code (excuse the pun) for a six-figure salary and job stability. Now some fear those…
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When a dementia patient commits a serious crime, what does justice look like?
In many ways, the homicide of Barbara Innis was a clear cut case. There were witnesses, a weapon, and a suspect immediately taken into custody. The…
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Inside the latest push to unionize Starbucks workers
If you got your coffee from a Seattle Starbucks this morning, it may have been prepared by a unionized barista. At least 33 Starbucks in Washington have…
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Why this WA school district has the lowest vaccination rate in the state
Across Washington, student vaccination rates have fallen slightly over the past few years, but those statewide figures gloss over some parts that saw pretty…
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Shared bikes and scooters are getting more popular. How should cities adapt?
It’s not just your imagination: There are more shared bikes and scooters zipping around the streets of Seattle. Data collected by the city's Department…
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The disease we don't talk about: what you should know about endometriosis
Last week, actress Bindi Irwin made a viral post on Instagram. Bindi is the daughter of the late Steve Irwin – the famed “Crocodile Hunter.&rdquo…
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Seattle police officers and the Jan. 6 'Stop the Steal' rally: What we know
For years, Seattle residents have known that several city police officers attended the ‘Stop the Steal’ rally in Washington D.C. on January 6th…
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Could the Supreme Court overturn same-sex marriage?
An ex-county clerk in Kentucky who drew nationwide attention for denying marriage licenses for same-sex couples is back in the news. Kim Davis is asking the…
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Aug 15-17
On days like today, it’s nice to sit back, enjoy the cloud cover, and think about all the things you want to do this weekend. Here with a smattering of…
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Worldcon celebrates Sci-Fi in Seattle for the first time since 1961
If there’s a sci-fi movie or TV show that you enjoy, there’s a good chance it’s based on a book, and there’s an even better chance that…
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Why the power struggle between Alaska and Delta Airlines' is heating up at SeaTac
There’s a war being waged in Seattle right now. But you won’t see it out on the streets, among your fellow citizens. Instead – look to the…
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The country's got kratom on the brain. What is it exactly?
The Trump administration is trying to restrict access to a substance you might find at your local smoke shop. The FDA in late July announced plans to crack…
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'Hopefully this trend will continue': Seattle's seeing less homicides this year
So far in 2025, Seattle is on track for a decline in homicides for the second year in a row. The city’s finally catching up to other parts of the country…
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Remembering the Legion of Boom era of the Seattle Seahawks
Pre-season football is here. The Seattle Seahawks have a rejuvenated roster, but they are far away from being a pre-season favorite for the Superbowl. So…
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Republican candidates from WA find new political life with federal appointments
Two familiar Republican names from last year’s election are back in the news: Joe Kent and Pete Serrano. They’re not running for election, but they…
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The Sound Transit CEO answers your questions
Sound Transit has a busy few years ahead. Trains are set to start running to Federal Way in December, but a long-awaited east side expansion across Lake…
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The science behind cultivated salmon — and where you can try it
Salmon recovery efforts have had mixed success in Washington, where salmon habitat and spawning routes have been disrupted for generations. But what if human…