Casual Friday with Chase Burns and Clare McGrane

This week…

LGBTQ+ bars in the city are outraged after surprise inspections from the state’s Liquor and Cannabis Board.

Two local businesses are filling spaces vacated by Starbucks on Capitol Hill and in the Central District.

And influencers are testing for lead in their Seattle-based Stanley cups… But don’t worry, it’s fine.

Ticket Editor Chase Burns and Seattle Now Producer Clare McGrane are here to break down the week.

Read The Stranger's coverage on Lewd Conduct Laws: https://www.thestranger.com/queer/2024/02/01/79367907/liquor-and-cannabis-board-pauses-enforcement-of-lewd-conduct-regulations

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