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Behind the art in North Seattle's new light rail stations
Sound Transit spent two and a half million dollars on unique artwork to make waiting for trains in its three new stations more enjoyable. This week, visitors to those new stations got to see that work in person for the first time.
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Tens of thousands of Washington homecare workers not covered by governor’s vaccine mandate
Washington Governor Jay Inslee’s vaccine mandate covers more than 800-thousand workers in education, state government and healthcare. But there’s one group of hands-on caregivers it doesn’t apply to.
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What’s better, commuting by car, or taking the bus and light rail?
KUOW’s Bill Radke did some comparison commuting. The new light rail line to Northgate opened on Saturday. It includes a stop in Seattle's University District, two blocks from KUOW.
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Transit riders celebrate new North Seattle light rail route
Light rail through North Seattle opened this weekend to a pretty rapturous reception.
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Gallery, museum and library events kick of the fall arts season
‘To see them next to each other in conversation about topics like Black joy, Black resistance, and Black power in pop culture is going to be amazing.’
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This week in politics
"This is just a lot of political theater that's completely unnecessary."
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Washington drafting new rules so patrons can safely throw axes and drink alcohol
Throwing darts is a classic pub game. In recent years, some Washington bars have been trying to offer a new activity: axe throwing. The Washington Liquor and Cannabis board is about to weigh in.
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Everett Community College clears the debts of 3,4000 students with pandemic relief funds
'It doesn't make people lazy. It just makes people have opportunities so that they can continue to provide for their families.'
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A smooth ride between UW and U-District light rail stations: This is why
During the two minutes of light rail travel between Husky Stadium and the new University of Washington station, riders may notice that the ride is particularly smooth.
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Seattle's murals by henry bring joy, but it took decades to get there
Ryan Henry Ward passed through multiple episodes of psychosis, homelessness, drug addiction, and relapse on his way to become the highly sought-after muralist he is now.
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This Roosevelt neighborhood coffee shop is a haven for geeks and more
In Seattle’s Roosevelt neighborhood, tucked in a corner between other small businesses is a coffee shop that feels otherworldly. Inside there’s a mural featuring a spaceship. The sci-fi theme is everywhere, from the furniture to the artwork. Welcome to Distant Worlds Coffeehouse, a haven for geeks and nerds.
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As the WNBA playoffs begin, defending champs Seattle Storm seek their 5th title
Kim Malcolm talks with Seattle Storm broadcaster Elise Woodward about the Storm's upcoming playoff run, and the team's chances of winning another championship.