Uninsured People on Health Reform and Over the Horizon of New Technology

12:00 p.m.

Door–to–Door Solicitors in Puyallup

A religious missionary group is challenging the city of Puyallup over its solicitation policies. The city's rules say anyone going door–to–door asking for money first must pass a criminal background check. A group called The United States Mission says that's unconstitutional because it hampers their freedom of speech.

Oregon's Assisted Suicides Examined

Washington voters approved a doctor assisted suicide law last November. Oregon legalized it in 1997. A new study looks at the trends behind those who've used assisted suicide in that state. What can Washingtonians learn from Oregon's first decade of doctor assisted suicides?

New Optional License Fee for Parks System

Starting next month, drivers who renew their license plate tabs in Washington State can pay an extra $5 fee to support state parks. We'll find out how much money this could raise, how it will work, and why drivers must opt out of the program instead of opting in.

12:20 p.m.

The Uninsured on Health Reform

Do you lack health insurance? What do you have to say about the health insurance debate? We have a call in today just for you on The Conversation. In Massachusetts, health insurance is a requirement, like car insurance. We'll see how that's working.

12:40 p.m.

Tomorrow's Technology

Digital technology is evolving at blinding speed. We'll look over the horizon of new technology with University of Washington professors Ed Lazowska and Oren Etzioni. They say the future of computing isn't on your computer — it's built into your house, your car, your phone, and the so–called "cloud."