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UW cancer researcher tells us, ‘it’s been a ride.’ She’s hopeful about cancer vaccine prospects
‘We have a very important word before the vaccine. That word is cancer. In my experience, the fear of cancer trumps any fear of vaccines. I think most people who are coming to us are really trying to survive their cancer, or improve their chances of surviving their cancer.’
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Seattle's Wallingford neighborhood gets 'historic district' status
The neighborhood of Wallingford got a little more recognition at a meeting today. In a unanimous vote, a group of experts decided that Wallingford should be awarded "historic district" status for its collection of historic buildings and houses. But critics are worried about the decision's repercussions, as the region faces a critical shortage of housing.
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New airport would put Washington's climate goals out of reach, critics argue
The Puget Sound region is growing, and air travel is growing with it. By the year 2050, the number of flights here could more than double. But critics of that outlook say we should be curbing greenhouse gas emissions – not raising them.
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A neighborhood ice rink says goodbye after 60 years
This week Seattle says goodbye to an ice skating rink that's been around for generations. Owners of the Highland Ice Arena in Shoreline say it’s a bittersweet end for the family business.
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Three Dollar Bill celebrates queer film, local burlesque, and hot gay rugby
The 27th annual Seattle Queer Film Festival starts today and runs through Oct. 23. It includes 150 films from around the world, which can be seen in person or virtually. KUOW’s Kim Malcolm reached out for some highlights from Three Dollar Bill Cinema Managing Director Billy Ray Brewton, and SQFF Director Kathleen Mullen.
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PNW bird populations are on the decline, report says
The report states that climate change, drought, and a century of forest mismanagement are to blame what is going on, especially in the western United States.
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'It's an invasion.' North America's tiniest butterfly spotted in Southeastern Washington
Rare sightings of a tiny butterfly, smaller than a thumbnail, have sprung up all over southeastern Washington. People are spotting these butterflies in some unusual places.
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It's so hard to find Covid boosters in WA, experts worry people will give up
As the season for respiratory illnesses approaches, public health officials in Washington state are encouraging people to get updated Covid booster shots as soon as possible. But many locations are booked weeks out and residents say they’re struggling to find appointments.
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Struggling customers' water, power would stay on during heat waves under new proposal
That's when a fan or air conditioner can be the difference between life and death.
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No labels: Some election overseers want to make their offices nonpartisan to inspire greater trust
Should the top elections official in Washington state officially be a nonpartisan? That's one difference between the top two finalists running for Washington Secretary of State. Nonpartisan challenger Julie Anderson wants to make the job independent from political party affiliations. Her opponent, Democratic incumbent Steve Hobbs says it's an unnecessary change. County auditors and sheriffs associations are also chewing over party labels and what those labels convey about the leanings of their offices.
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U District businesses on edge amid string of recent violence
Seattle Police continue to investigate a recent shooting outside a University District bar that injured four students. So far, no arrests have been made. For now, SPD is increasing its presence in the neighborhood where hopes for a vibrant comeback have been marred by violent incidents in the past month.
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The flu is slated for a 2022-23 comeback. Are you ready?
Public health officials in Washington state continue to urge people to get their vaccine shots as they brace for another possible resurgence of Covid-19 and the flu this fall and winter.