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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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Wednesday Evening Headlines Nov 20, 2025

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Starbucks workers remain on strike, Mount Rainier is shrinking, and REI is getting back into the travel business.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna.

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Your favorite late night hot dog spot may need a permit Nov 19, 2025

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Sometimes, a hot dog isn’t just a hot dog.

King County Public Health says the number of unpermitted food carts is going up, with no signs of slowing down.

Seattle Times Food Writer Jackie Varriano is here to tell us why.

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Tuesday Evening Headlines Nov 19, 2025

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WA's entire delegation votes to release the Epstein files, Seattle World Cup prep continues, despite threats from President Trump, and Seattle Now hits 3 million downloads!

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

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Seattle Torrent hit the ice, marking a women's sports milestone Nov 18, 2025

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The Seattle Torrent hit the ice on Friday for their first-ever regular season game. The Professional Women’s Hockey League expanded this season to Seattle, which now stands as only the second metro-area in the U.S. with pro women’s teams in hockey, soccer, and basketball. Seattle Now host Paige Browning is here to talk about the Torrent, and what to expect during this inaugural season.

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Monday Evening Headlines Nov 18, 2025

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Thanksgiving travel through SEA Airport might not be as bad as you'd expect, non-profits are struggling to feed people this Thanksgiving, and Washington is not shipping wolves to Colorado.

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

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WILSOOOOOON! Seattle casts away incumbents Nov 17, 2025

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There’s a new slate of politicians entering Seattle city government.

Axios reporter Melissa Santos will tell us why things went so badly for the incumbents and what to watch with our new city leaders.

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Weekend Listen: Seattle autism researchers say there’s no “silver bullet,” and Washington colleges lose federal funding for migrant students Nov 15, 2025

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

US health secretary Robert F Kennedy, Jr., has announced what he thinks are at least one cause and one cure for autism. Local researchers are pushing back on those claims.

And this summer, the Trump administration eliminated funding that helps children from migrant families attend college. We’ll learn about what that means for Washington students.

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Friday Evening Headlines Nov 15, 2025

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Mayor-elect Wilson urges Starbucks boycott, health officials warn people to not buy food from unpermitted vendors, and SNAP benefits are flowing again in WA.

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

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Casual Friday with Jas Keimig and Nathalie Graham Nov 14, 2025

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This week…

We finally have a winner in the hotly-contested mayor's race.

Washington's chain restaurants are charging you more than anywhere else.

And Sound Transit has a new merch drop - just in time for the holidays.

Arts Reporter Jas Keimig and Stranger Reporter Nathalie Graham are here to break down the week.

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Thursday Evening Headlines Nov 14, 2025

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Katie Wilson elected as Seattle's next mayor, Starbucks baristas go on strike, and Cal Raleigh falls short of winning the American League MVP.

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

We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.

Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.

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