Amy Radil
Reporter
About
Amy Radil is a reporter at KUOW covering politics, government, and law enforcement, along with the occasional arts story. She got her start at Minnesota Public Radio in Duluth, and freelanced for Marketplace and other programs from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Amy grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. She graduated from Williams College and the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism.
Location: Seattle
Languages Spoken: English
Pronouns: she/her
Stories
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Will King County’s Prop 1 Fix Metro’s Bumpy Ride?
Low-income transit passengers say the last few years have been difficult in King County with multiple fare increases and the end of the ride free zone...
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Jim Pugel Reflects On 31 Years With The Seattle Police, From WTO To Drug Policy Reform
After 31 years with the Seattle Police Department, Jim Pugel is leaving. But he has no plans to retire.
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Oso Community: In Their Own Words
It's been nearly a week since the devastating landslide occurred near Oso, Wash. During this week, we've brought you official updates on rescue and...
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To Experts' Dismay, Teens Embrace Marijuana As 'Healthy' And 'Non-Addictive'
Recreational marijuana is legal – for adults. But it’s clear that the movement toward legalization is having repercussions for teenagers too. Federal...
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Seattle Officials Probe 'Twilight Zone' Of Police Discipline Reversals
Seattle officials plan to seek changes to the obscure union appeals process that has allowed reversals of police misconduct findings.
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Washington Issues Its First Recreational Marijuana License
David Hyde hears from Sean Green about being the first producer-processor to receive a recreational marijuana license in the Washington state. Then KUOW...
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Seattle's Proposed Rideshare Compromise Appears To Satisfy No One
A Seattle City Council committee has voted to impose limits on rideshare companies Thursday night. The council’s compromise seemed to disappoint...
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Washington Supreme Court Takes On Loan Fraud, Foreclosure Fights
Larry Jametsky visits his family home frequently, even though he was evicted from it almost four years ago. He and his family have been homeless since...
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City Council And Business Continue To Clash On Rideshare Regulation
The ongoing debate about how to regulate ridesharing in Seattle seems to be coming down to a fight over numbers. The Seattle City Council is considering...
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Legalizing Rideshare: Seattle Council Wrestles With How To Regulate The New Marketplace
Rideshare companies have been flourishing in Seattle – illegally. On Friday, the City Council will consider a new plan to finally regulate taxi...