Seattle

'Challenge and opportunity,' Washington officials get first-hand view of youth homelessness

Washington Senator Patty Murray says she’ll introduce a bill this fall to create new grant programs for homeless shelters that serve teens and young adults. Housing advocates in Seattle say the money is needed to prevent service cuts.

Government

Seattle lays out plan to uphold treaties and consider Indigenous concerns

Tribal leaders says they are optimistic about a new report breaking down commitments from the City of Seattle to work with Native groups and respect Native rights.

Business

A guided tour of Seattle's new waterfront

KUOW Growth and Development reporter Joshua McNichols sits down with Soundside host Libby Denkmann to talk about all the new construction at Seattle's Waterfront.

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.

Arts & Life

Get your FREE on at summer fitness classes

It’s a great time to get out and do things in the city, from Mariners games to blockbuster movies. But man, are things expensive these days. How about a free, outdoor fitness class, courtesy of the city of Seattle? Seattle Now producer Brooklyn Jamerson-Flowers gives us a guide to the yoga, Zumba and dance classes at Seattle parks this summer.

Health

A vending machine in Seattle that dispenses the morning-after pill

There’s a new kind of vending machine on the University of Washington campus. It sells pregnancy tests, tampons, tylenol – and the morning-after pill for $12.60, packaged in purple and white boxes.

Politics

First ballot drop suggests battle ahead for Seattle's downtown district

Politics

Tammy Morales sticks with defund police message, leads in South Seattle council race