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Sound Transit asks West Seattle to keep the faith

With the 1 and 2 Lines connected across Lake Washington, Sound Transit is looking to its next major projects. Trains to West Seattle, Ballard, and Tacoma have all been approved by voters. But it’s not all smooth sailing. We’ll get into what we know about West Seattle's light rail journey with West Seattle Blog's Tracy Record.

Trump sets deadline for Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz

President Trump has given Iran until Tuesday night to reopen the Strait of Hormuz or the U.S. will hit Iran's power plants. Iran has said it won't back down.

Former Navy fighter pilot talks about US mission to rescue pilot shot down over Iran

NPR's Leila Fadel speaks with former Navy fighter pilot Matthew "Whiz" Buckley about the U.S. rescue mission for the crew members of an F-15 fighter jet shot down over Iran.

National

Savannah Guthrie returns to the 'Today' show months after her mother's disappearance

Savannah Guthrie's mother, Nancy Guthrie, has not been seen since returning home from a family dinner the evening of Jan. 31.

National

These blind students say their college blocked their education. A new rule could help

Higher education is especially reliant on computers and phones, but accessibility for people with disabilities has often been forgotten. A new federal rule could change that.

Health

Shingles can hit younger than you think. The vaccine can prevent excruciating pain

A reactivation of the virus that causes chickenpox, the illness can be miserable. Here's what to know about early warning signs, long-term symptoms and some surprising news about the vaccine.

Raye talks about her artistic journey and new album, 'This Music May Contain Hope'

Following in the footsteps of Amy Winehouse and Adele, Raye is among a group of British women who've invaded the U.S. pop charts. Her latest album is called "This Music May Contain Hope."

Law & Courts

Environmentalists want 'Alligator Alcatraz' to close. They'll get a hearing this week

Environmental groups in Florida will get a hearing in federal court this week over whether the ICE facility dubbed Alligator Alcatraz needs to close because of environmental damage to the Everglades.

Pope Leo calls for peace and an end to world conflicts in first Easter Mass

Pope Leo delivered his first Easter Mass as pope with a call for world leaders to choose peace over war.