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Understand what's brewing in Seattle area politics, in about the time it takes to have a coffee break!
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A blue wave, nationally and in the state of Washington, has led to a challenging question: what should Democrats do with their newfound majorities? Plus, how can the City of Seattle resolve a clash between the Mayor (involving a rare veto) and the City Council over RV encampment policies? Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel talks with political strategist, activist, and former Seattle City Councilmembe...
Seattle City Councilmembers are rolling out budget amendments by the dozens this week, but what will make the cut in a tough economic year with a $175M deficit? Plus, the Council passed--with a split vote--a controversial ban on RV parking. Why are some Councilmembers and homeless advocates pushing back on this proposal? Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Host Brian Callanan of the Seattle Channel welcomes Justin Carder of the Capitol...
With three statewide initiatives on the ballot, 5 out of 9 Supreme Court Justices, a potential supermajority in the state legislature, and a U.S. Congressional race with major national implications, there's no shortage of headlines in this fall's election. Veteran reporter Jerry Cornfield of the Washington State Standard helps break down the big races and their impact on voters like you! Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break with host Bri...
The Seattle City Attorney's Office has just launched a new "connection court" to help divert people who commit low-level crimes into services to get help, but if they don't complete those services, they'll face criminal prosecution. Plus, there's a new "High Priority Repeat Offense System" focused on repeat misdemeanor offenders that allows for increased jail sentences. Why is the City Attorney using these options, and why is the King County Department of Public Defense criticizing them? Lear...
As Seattle city leaders work through a tight budget season to hire more police officers, there are still concerns brewing over the SPD's and the Mayor's communication policies following the deadly Bite of Seattle shooting. Plus, who wants the job of Seattle police chief, after ten permanent and interim leaders in just the past decade? Learn about the latest in local public affairs in about the time it takes for a coffee break! Brian Callanan of Seattle Channel breaks down these Seattle Police...
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