Libby Denkmann
Host, Soundside
About
Libby Denkmann has covered veterans' issues, homelessness, and local politics during her radio journalism career. She became the host of KUOW's Soundside in November 2021. Previously she was a producer, reporter, anchor, and host for stations KIRO, KFI, and KPCC in Seattle and Los Angeles. During a yearlong hiatus from journalism in 2011, she worked as a congressional staffer in Washington, D.C.. Libby was born in Seattle, grew up on the eastside, and graduated from the University of Washington. Her favorite things include soccer, video games, and her dog, Monty.
Location: Seattle
Languages: English, limited Japanese and Portuguese
Pronouns: she/her
Podcasts
Stories
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New podcast explores why healthcare can cost "An Arm and a Leg"
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Mayor Harrell promises more police accountability, balanced approach to Seattle growth
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell this week defended his record on housing, balancing the budget, and public safety, and promised that 2025 will bring more accountability to the Seattle Police and more business downtown.
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Can a river have rights? Everett is finding out
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Contentious debate over the Comprehensive Plan comes to city council
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Some cities are ditching ShotSpotter. Tacoma still wants the gunshot detection technology
Tacoma plans to install acoustic gunshot detection technology this spring in an area that has been the site of several homicides in recent years. But not everyone is convinced the ShotSpotter system will lead to a reduction in gun-related crimes.
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Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell on city budgets, the comprehensive plan, and more
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Dangerous highs from highly potent cannabis
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Cut spending? Limit vaping? Lawmakers decide in Olympia
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Soundside's "Weekend Warmup" - Jan 9th-13th
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Washington state sends firefighters, engines to help battle LA fires