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The Conversation About Ads On The Bus Goes Round And Round

the conversation with ross reynolds — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:16:15 +0000

Snohomish Community Transit has just rejected a bus advertisement from a gun control group, Washington Ceasefire. That decision is based on a new policy that bans all advertising that creates substantial controversy, including political speech. Ross Reynolds took up the conversation of advertising and free speech with an ACLU lawyer along with a representative for Snohomish Community Transit.

Sequestration: The First Cut Isn't The Deepest

The Conversation with Ross Reynolds — Thu, 23 May 2013 21:03:11 +0000

Even though you might not have heard much about it these past few weeks, the sequester is still chopping away at federal funds. This week Washington state emergency unemployment benefits are being cut by almost 25 percent. Ross Reynolds spoke with Johnny Dwyer, one of the 40,ooo people being affected by these drastic reductions to unemployment benefits, about how he is coping and what he hopes for.

South Korean Group Building Bridges With The North

producer — Thu, 23 May 2013 20:38:35 +0000

North Korea announced it would take China's advice and enter talks with the United States. But that doesn't seem likely because the United States says no talks can happen until North Korea takes steps to denuclearize. But North Korea insists on holding on to its nuclear weapons.

One group in Seoul, South Korea, isn't waiting around for the diplomats to work things out. This group's members hope to build bridges with the North now. They want ordinary people on either side of the border to meet up. Their aim: to break down stereotypes and build relationships between North and South Koreans from the grassroots up.

Full list of stories from KUOW Presents, May 23:

Fairchild Loses First Round In Competition For Tankers

Jessica Robinson — Thu, 23 May 2013 17:31:26 +0000

People living near Fairchild Air Force Base say they’re not worried by news they won’t get a brand new fleet of Boeing-built Air Force refueling tankers. The Air Force made the announcement Wednesday following a process that pitted Spokane against other other communities around the country.

McConnell Air Force Base in Kansas got the nod to be the first to house the new KC-46A refueling tankers. That dismayed Washington Sen.

Nooksack Tribe Seeks To Cut 15 Percent Of Members

Liz Jones — Thu, 23 May 2013 00:28:45 +0000

What’s considered the largest proposed disenrollment of tribal members in Washington state is still moving forward, following a tribal court’s ruling this week. Leaders of the Nooksack Tribe near Bellingham aim to cut ties with 306 of its 2,000 members – that’s 15 percent of the tribe.

Four Years And 123 Days Into Obama's Presidency, Guantanamo Still Open

the conversation with ross reynolds — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:59:38 +0000

President Obama will discuss his administration’s foreign policy practices tomorrow at the National Defense University. One purpose of the speech is to announce his plans for the Guantanamo Bay detention center, which he has promised to close several times. New York Times Washington Correspondent Charlie Savage talks with Ross Reynolds about what we can expect from the president tomorrow.

Inslee Signs Law Allowing Fictitious Driver License Program To Continue

Austin Jenkins — Wed, 22 May 2013 17:22:05 +0000

Washington Governor Jay Inslee has signed a law that will allow the state’s fictitious driver license program to continue – but only for undercover law enforcement activities. At the bill signing Inslee backed away from a previous statement that he would apply a broad definition of the term “law enforcement.”

Under the old program, the Central Intelligence Agency obtained 288 of these so-called confidential driver’s licenses from Washington’s Department of Licensing.

Duwamish Fight For Federal Status Inches Forward

Liz Jones — Tue, 21 May 2013 17:51:30 +0000

Seattle’s native people, the Duwamish, will learn today about their next step in a decades-old legal battle. The tribe has petitioned the US government for federal recognition, which would make the Duwamish eligible for certain benefits like health care, fishing rights and the chance to run a casino.

Controversial Changes May Be Coming To Zoned Parking In Seattle

the conversation with ross reynolds — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:27:39 +0000

The Seattle City Council is considering a change to the city’s parking zone program. Currently, permits are only available to residents who live in certain areas. The changes would allow some employees who work in these areas – and are getting slapped with expensive tickets – to purchase permits as well. But some residents are opposed.

Ross Reynolds talks with Seattle City Councilmember Tom Rasmussen, who's backing the change.

Olympia Update With Austin Jenkins

the conversation with ross reynolds — Fri, 17 May 2013 18:28:27 +0000

Washington state’s proposed marijuana rules were released yesterday, and critics are already weighing in. Plus, Republican legislators are pushing for education reform. David Hyde gets all the details from Olympia correspondent Austin Jenkins.