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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Government
Washington counties sue DSHS, protesting release of 200 patients
A majority of counties in Washington say the state Department of Social and Health Services is creating risks to public safety and to mentally ill people by abruptly releasing them from state care. The 22 counties have filed a lawsuit in Pierce County Superior Court, where a hearing may take place as early as Sept. 8.
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Seattle City Council discusses new iteration of proposed drug possession law
As the Seattle City Council began to consider the next version of the city's drug possession law Monday, frontline workers asked for more funding to help people with addiction, and downtown property managers spoke in support of the ordinance, and mayoral staff said they hope to fund overdose stabilization cen.
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Environment
New deal saves Seattle's celebrity tree, 'Luma'
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Crime
Acting U.S. Attorney in Seattle turns focus to gun crimes, mental health solutions
The local U.S. Attorney’s office is looking at new tactics to stem gun violence in Seattle.
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Politics
Former judge and social equity consultant will vie to represent North Seattle
After some close results in the city council district in north Seattle, it’s now clear who will be advancing to the general election. Former King County Superior Court Judge Cathy Moore and social equity consultant ChrisTiana ObeySumner will be on the ballot for District Five in November.
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Politics
First ballot drop suggests battle ahead for Seattle's downtown district
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Environment
Tree-sitter seeks to save 'exceptional tree' in Seattle
A massive Western red cedar is slated to be cut down in Northeast Seattle as part of a development project. But now activists have climbed into its branches, and say they’re seeking to preserve it.
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Fake tombstone and Trump flag renew questions about Seattle police culture
The mother of a man who died in an encounter with Seattle police said she hopes the city will “get to the bottom” of why a fake tombstone with his name turned up in a recently released bodycam video. Meanwhile the city’s Community Police Commission says SPD Chief Adrian Diaz has agreed to attend the group’s meeting next Wednesday to answer questions about the 2021 video, which showed the tombstone and a Trump 2020 banner in a police break room.
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A Seattle housing facility has big dreams for residents. But the path forward can be tumultuous
Supportive housing facilities can be a lifeline for people experiencing homelessness, and those searching for mental health services. Last year, the Downtown Emergency Service Center, a non-profit based in Seattle, opened Hobson Place. It’s a supportive housing building with 177 units and a clinic for residents. But some residents and staff at the facility have faced a tumultuous first year.
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Health
Seattle's Hobson Place offers a fresh start after homelessness. For some, it's a brutal journey
A mother says her attempts to raise alarms about conditions for residents at newly opened Hobson Place permanent supportive housing are falling on deaf ears. She says her son, who suffers from schizophrenia, has severely deteriorated amidst the flow of illicit drugs in the building.