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**Seattle Now**

*Seattle Now* is KUOW’s flagship daily news podcast. *Seattle Now* brings you quick headlines, smart analysis, and award-winning local news. New episodes every weekday morning and afternoon. Start and end your day with *Seattle Now,* from KUOW and the NPR Network.

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What will make people slow down on MLK Jr. Way? Jul 29, 2026

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When Seattle adopted Vision Zero in 2015, the goal was to eliminate all traffic fatalities and severe injuries by 2030.

While that has not happened, changes have been made, like lowering speed limits.

But some stretches of Seattle still remain dangerous for drivers and pedestrians.

We’ll hear more about one of those stretches from KUOW’s Clare McGrane.

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Tuesday Evening Headlines Jul 28, 2026

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Seattle Police recover three guns from mass shooting scene, ‘millionaires tax’ wins former Gov. Jay Inslee’s endorsement, and measles are on the rise in Southwest WA.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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A deadly mass shooting at Seattle Center Jul 28, 2026

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A 15-year-old suspect is in custody following a mass shooting at Seattle Center on Sunday that left three people dead, including one person believed to have been involved in a gunfight that broke out. Seattle Now host Paige Browning has been following this story closely, and she’s here with an update.

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Monday Evening Headlines Jul 28, 2026

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The latest on Sunday night's shooting at Seattle Center, last week's Kenmore Air crash, and a weather update for the fall.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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Thousands of non-citizens are losing WA's Apple Health. What's next? Jul 27, 2026

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Changes to Medicaid from Congress’ “One Big Beautiful Bill” Act are continuing to trickle down to people in Washington.

Local officials are working to notify certain non-citizens who will soon be ineligible for this health program and set them up with other supports.

We’ll hear more from Public Health Seattle-King County’s Daphne Pie.

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Weekend Listen: A local mechanic is helping to tow the cars left behind after ICE arrests and a crucial WA Congressional District with 9 candidates heading into the primary Jul 25, 2026

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Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom.

First, a Seattle-area mechanic realized that vehicles can get left behind after ICE arrests. Now he’s towing those cars for free.

And finally, a look at a very crowded and crucial Congressional primary in Washington’s 3rd District.

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Friday Evening Headlines Jul 24, 2026

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The latest on the Kenmore Air seaplane crash, the state Department of Ecology is forecasting more water difficulties in the future, and SIFF is having trouble playing high-fidelity screenings of "The Odyssey."

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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Casual Friday with Tan Vinh and Chase Hutchinson Jul 24, 2026

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This week…

Seattle’s new mascot Jimothy has exploded in popularity.

Our summers are legendary, but those rays might also be giving you “sunshine guilt.”

And a local restaurant gave its regulars a parting gift by posting fan-favorite recipes before closing.

Seattle Times Food Writer Tan Vinh and Arts Reporter Chase Hutchinson are here to break down the week.

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Thursday Evening Headlines Jul 23, 2026

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Federal authorities are still using Washington license plate data for immigration enforcement, the Seattle City Council is reconsidering free meals for public school students, and environmentalists and construction workers in Washington want reforms to the process of adding power to our grid.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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Where to see (or buy) Seattle's fine art this weekend Jul 23, 2026

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There are a lot of opportunities to see art around the Seattle area this weekend.

You can check out the Seattle Art Fair, the Bellevue Art Fair, and the brand-new Assembly Art Fair, just to name a few.

KUOW’s Jeannie Yandel is here to talk about the role of art fairs and how to enjoy them.

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