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Seattle Now is KUOW's flagship daily news podcast. Seattle Now brings you quick headlines, smart analysis, and award-winning local news. New episodes every weekday morning and afternoon. Start and end your day with Seattle Now, from KUOW and the NPR Network.

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Episodes

  • Wednesday Evening Headlines

    State workers protest possible furloughs, eviction rates reach record highs in King County, and Seattle post-grads worry they'll be targeted by President Trump for supporting Gaza. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

  • As Canadians take staycations, WA tourism could struggle

    The chill between the U.S. and Canada is keeping travelers away. That’s bad news for border states like Washington, who bank on billions in tourism dollars.  In a minute, we’ll get the view from the north with Vancouver, BC-based travel advisor McKenzie McMillan.

  • Tuesday Evening Headlines

    WA international students have their visas revoked, Microsoft fires two employees who protested the company, and what's up with the coyote sightings in Seattle? It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

  • Traveling soon? Make sure you have "REAL ID"

    If you’re planning your summer travel right now, here’s something you've got to figure out: Beginning on May 7th, you won’t be able to board a flight in the U.S. without a “REAL ID.” It’s identification that complies with security standards set by the federal government. Seattle Now Senior Producer Andy Hurst is here to clarify what we need to know about the deadline.

  • Monday Evening Headlines

    Boeing settles legal action for the families of plane crash victims, Washingtonians and legislators react to tariffs, and Sue Bird gets elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

  • Friday Evening Headlines

    WA files more lawsuits against the Trump Administration, Microsoft turns 50, and we look at the politically charged fight over parents' access to schools. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy.

  • Casual Friday with Naomi Tomky and Todd Bishop

    This week…  Microsoft is turning 50! Get ready for those AARP mailers.  Seattle’s signature mist may be changing. Climate scientists say our rain is getting more intense. And a Ballard baker is serving up sweet cake slices from a refrigerated cake ATM. Seattle Met Food Editor Naomi Tomky and Geekwire Co-Founder Todd Bishop are here to break down the week.

  • Thursday Evening Headlines

    WA's AG sues local landlords for alleged price fixing, Sen. Cantwell sponsors bill to curb Presidential tariffs, and refugees are still coming to WA, but help is hard to find. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy.

  • How budget woes might affect your summer on public land

    The Pacific Northwest is a jewel.  Camping and hiking can be magical. But a lot of work goes into keeping trails safe and clear. That work may not get done this year because conservation nonprofits say federal cuts are eating into their budget. Oregon Public Broadcasting's Eric Neumann will bring us up to date.

  • Wednesday Evening Headlines

    Boeing CEO admits mistakes before Congress, ICE officials arrest 37 people during workplace raid in Bellingham, and electric vehicle sales in WA are stuck in neutral. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Patricia Murphy

  • Seattle wants to be a major hub for AI

    Like it or not, artificial intelligence is here, and Seattle wants in.  The full potential of AI is still being explored, but Seattle is angling to become a leader in the industry. They’re trying to lure startups and talent with a fancy new AI incubator on the waterfront. Geekwire Editor Taylor Soper will tell us more.