Northwest Now

Morgan Damerow

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 04:00:00 GMT

After almost three years without one, the new Attorney General has re-instituted the position of public records ombuds - now called the Chief Transparency Counsel. We're talking with the person holding that title, Morgan Damerow, on this edition of Northwest Now.

Willie Stewart

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

He picked cotton as a child growing up in the Jim Crow South. But Willie Stewart overcame through education, moving North, and finding a new home in Tacoma where he is now a living legend. We're sitting down with Willie Stewart on this edition of Northwest Now.

We Heart Seattle 2026

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Washington has the third-highest number of homeless people in the United States. Into that walks We Heart Seattle, a group of volunteers working at the intersection of the effort to save the city's environment and influence homeless policy on this edition of Northwest Now.

Washington Policy Center

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 GMT

There's no question the Democrats have been overwhelmingly successful at the ballot box in Washington State, but how should we view the results? That's part of the discussion on this edition of Northtwest Now.

2026 Tacoma Pierce Economy

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:00:00 GMT

With a trade war raging and billions in new state taxes, how is business faring in Pierce County. That’s part of the discussion for our annual program previewing the Pierce County Economic Index, compiled by the Tacoma-Pierce Chamber of Commerce.

Doug Levy

Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:00:00 GMT

When we think of the Olympic games we picture athletes celebrating atop the medal stand. But Pacific Northwest Author and award willing journalist Doug Levy says some of the most compelling stories are never told. That's why he's discussing his new book, "Hero Redefined" on this edition of Northwest Now.

Shawn Durnen

Sat, 13 Dec 2025 04:00:00 GMT

he Trump administration makes substantial cuts across the federal government, with some landing directly on veterans and the services upon which they rely. We'll meet Shawn Durnen who works on the front lines to help local veterans. That's part of the discussion on this edition of Northwest Now.

America at 250

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:16 GMT

The American Revolution was fought 3-thousand miles away from Western Washington, but that doesn't mean we're not getting in on the celebration. How is American Independence being celebrated, and what was life like back in 1776? That's the discussion on the next Northwest Now.

Tariff Concerns

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:11 GMT

Washington State Treasurer Mike Pellicciotti and the president of the Washington Roundable worry that tariffs could cost the state billions by the end of the Trump Administration's term. That's part of the discussion on this edition of Northwest Now.

Free Speech Concerns

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:14 GMT

A decade of cancel culture and the assassination of Charlie Kirk have reinvigorated the discussion about free speech - what exactly it is, and what it isn't. Two renown local professors who focus on the Constitution and our democracy on this edition of Northwest Now.

Jim Walsh

Sat, 01 Nov 2025 03:00:09 GMT

It wasn't that long ago that Washington was considered a swing state, but no more as the Democrats control all the levers of power. Is there any hope for Republicans in Washington? That's part of the discussion with party chairman Jim Walsh on this edition of Northwest Now.

Dr. Sheila Edwards Lange

Sat, 18 Oct 2025 03:00:10 GMT

She's the leader of the University of Washington Tacoma - an institution that transformed Tacoma and the South Sound. We're sitting down with Chancellor Sheila Edwards Lange to talk about budget pressures, workforce development and academics on this edition of Northwest Now.

Fire on The Horizon

Sat, 11 Oct 2025 03:00:10 GMT

We take it for granted that the soggy west side of Washington protects us from the worst wildfires, but climate change and the explosion of development in areas loaded with fuels means we all need to re-think things.

Election 2025

Sat, 04 Oct 2025 03:00:21 GMT

It may be a so-called “off” year, but in the city of Seattle the mayor’s office is up for grabs. Meanwhile, several seats in the state legislature are up for grabs that could either solidify or water down the strong majority held by the Democrats. That's the discussion on this edition of Northwest Now.

Nick Brown

Sat, 27 Sep 2025 03:00:13 GMT

This year, Nick Brown took over as our state's Attorney General. Brown has been busy filing over three dozen lawsuits against the Trump Administration, many of them successful in shutting down some of the President's controversial executive orders. On this edition of Northwest Now, we'll sit down with Attorney General Brown to discuss those lawsuits, his career and what envisions the future of Washington State's Attorney General office.

Immigration Fight

Sat, 13 Sep 2025 03:00:12 GMT

ars of unchecked immigration and a failure to reform national immigration policy are coming home to roost - and advocates in Western Washington are working to ensure fair treatment. That's the discussion on this edition of next Northwest Now.

Laura Hautala

Sat, 06 Sep 2025 03:00:14 GMT

From opinion columns to editorial board consensus statements to candidate endorsements and op-eds, the News Tribune's new opinion editor Lauren Hautala is responsible for it all. We'll meet her on this edition of Northwest Now.

Back to School 2025

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 03:00:16 GMT

e're talking to state superintendent of public instruction Chris Reykdal about the state of the schools in an era of declining enrollment and increasing taxes chasing higher expenses. That's the discussion on this edition of Northwest Now.

Real Estate 2025

Sat, 10 May 2025 03:00:16 GMT

While mortgage costs are still very high and the local housing market is remaining stagnant, what can buyers and sellers expect this summer along with uncertainty in the economy? We'll sit down with real estate and mortgage experts who will weigh in. Our annual checkup of Western Washington's real estate market on this edition of Northwest Now.

Port of Tacoma

Sat, 03 May 2025 03:00:14 GMT

The Port of Tacoma is driving several major initiatives involving the environment, expansion, and building - but we're in a trade war and if it lasts, can those plans and projects survive the instability? That's part of the discussion on this edition of Northwest Now.

D.C. Reaction

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 03:00:13 GMT

The rate of change in Washington DC makes planning your employment and finances almost impossible - so what's the message from second district Congressman Rick Larsen and 10th District Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland? That's part of the discussion on this edition of Northwest Now.

Scott Stulen

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 03:00:15 GMT

A discussion with new Seattle Art Museum Director, Scott Stulen. find out his vision for the future of the SAM.

Tuition Guarantee

Sat, 05 Apr 2025 03:00:15 GMT

Washington already has pretty good programs for low income students to attend college. But determining financial aid eligibility is difficult, and many students don't know their status until it's too late to enroll with confidence, or they find out they got bogged-down somewhere within the process. So enter the new Washington Guarantee program. That's the discussion on this edition of Northwest Now.

Street Drug Chemicals

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 03:00:11 GMT

Fentanyl is killing thousands in Western Washington, but a new wave of highly adulterated street drugs threatens to make a bad problem even worse. We're talking about it with Tacoma's needle exchange program - doing battle with a wave of toxic additives on this edition of Northwest Now.

Open Government 2025

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 03:00:09 GMT

You're entitled to review most of the records government produces in Washington State, but over time, that right is slowly fading away and the problem is only getting worse. Our discussion with the Washington Coalition for Open Government on this edition of Northwest Now.

Karen Fraser

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 04:00:07 GMT

March is Women's History Month, celebrating women and their accomplishments and contributions. Karen Fraser served in numerous government roles here in Western Washington, making a difference in Thurston County and the State of Washington as a state senator for 24 years. On this edition of Northwest Now we'll sit down with Karen Fraser to discuss her life and long list of accomplishments.

Opportunity Knocks

Sat, 22 Feb 2025 04:00:13 GMT

A PBS reality show help those living paycheck to paycheck with their finances. We talk to the local producers of "Opportunity Knocks."

Brandon Bird

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 04:00:09 GMT

Our discussion with newly-appointed CEO of the Northwest African American Museum Brandon Bird as we celebrate Black History Month.

Cyber Security

Sat, 08 Feb 2025 04:00:08 GMT

Cyber attacks are on the rise, how can you protect your data while online? That's our discussion.

Germ & Worm

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 04:00:28 GMT

Love to travel but concerned about exotic diseases? Then the "Germ & Worm" podcast, hosted by. two local doctors is for you.

Tacoma-Pierce Economy 2025

Sat, 18 Jan 2025 04:00:11 GMT

As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House, he vows tariffs on some of our major trading partners. What impact will this have on our region that relies heavily on trade? that's our discussion for our annual look at the South Sound economy.

J.M Simpson

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 04:00:11 GMT

A discussion with a former educator who now uses his talented photographic eye to document the lives of the homeless population in Olympia.

Puget Sound Revels

Sat, 14 Dec 2024 04:00:15 GMT

For more than thirty years the Puget sound Revels theatre company has been producing their mid-winter celebration of culture - and this year, the focus is on an amazing and little known piece of African American history.

Dark Tide

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 04:00:08 GMT

magine growing up with a cousin only later to discover he became one of this country's most notorious serial killers? That's exactly what happened to Edna Cowell Martin - Ted Bundy's cousin - and author of Dark Tide.

Community College Bachelor Degrees

Sat, 23 Nov 2024 04:00:14 GMT

What if you could combine the practical knowledge of a technical education with the academic and intellectual expansion of a Bachelors degree? That's the reality now at many of the state's community and technical colleges.

Makers On The Tide

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 04:00:11 GMT

For more than fifty years two brothers hand-crafted some of the finest canoes ever built - and their story is the subject of a new film called "Makers on the Tide." The story of Tacoma's Willits Brothers on this edition of Northwest Now.

Pat Cashman

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 03:00:09 GMT

A discussion with iconic Pacific Northwest funny man Pat Cashman.

2024 Governor Race

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 03:00:24 GMT

A discussion with both Dave Reichert and Bob Ferguson who are both running to be our state's next governor.

Saving The Source

Sat, 26 Oct 2024 03:00:11 GMT

The water salmon and steelhead rely on for survival begins its journey to the sound from the very highest peaks in the Olympics and the Cascades. For this chapter or Northwest Now's Saving the Salmon series, we examine the upslope efforts to enhance our region's watersheds.

2024 Election Roundtable

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 03:00:12 GMT

Our discussion with our election night team of experts about the November election and the key races.

Let's Go Washington Ballot Initiatives

Sat, 12 Oct 2024 03:00:25 GMT

A look at ballot initiatives that could overturn some of the biggest progressive legislation in our state's history.

6th Congressional District Race

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 03:00:24 GMT

A discussion with both candidates running for our state's 6th Congressional District seat being vacated by Derek Kilmer.

WA Attorney General Race 2024

Sat, 28 Sep 2024 03:00:15 GMT

Voters in our state will be choosing a new Attorney General. Will Republican Pete Serrano be. the first from his party in 12 years to sit in that chair, or will voters choose Democratic candidate Nick Brown to be our state's top attorney.

Puyallup Japanese Rememberance Gallery

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 03:00:19 GMT

A look at a new gallery honoring those who lost their freedom during WWII and were forced into detention camps.

Back To School 2024

Sat, 07 Sep 2024 03:00:28 GMT

Students head back to school while test scores fall, security concerns are at an all-time high, and school district budget shortfalls. We speak with both candidates for Superintendent of Office of Public Instruction on this edition of Northwest Now.

Chef Joel Gamoran

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 03:00:24 GMT

If you're into cooking and food chances are you've seen chef Joel Gamoran work his culinary magic on television. He's our guest on the next Northwest Now.

We Heart Seattle

Mon, 20 May 2024 14:34:15 GMT

A grassroots volunteer group called We Heart Seattle goes against the grain by picking up more than a million pounds of trash in an effort to help address the city's homeless crisis.

Outgoing Moderates

Sat, 11 May 2024 03:00:29 GMT

A discussion with outgoing moderates, state GOP Representitive J.T. Wilcox, and Democratic 6th Congressional District Derek Kilmer about their decisions not to run for office again in the midst of squabbling between MAGA Republicans and Progressive Democrats. Are political extremes causing effective moderates on both sides to leave office?

Real Estate 2024

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 03:00:18 GMT

Our annual checkup of the local real estate market.

Mind Matters: Suicide

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 03:00:20 GMT

A discussion about why so many people are chasing to end their own lives and the help that is available.

Dr. Paul Elliott-Cobbs

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 03:00:26 GMT

A discussion with a longtime accomplished musician who has also shaped the careers of countless young people.

Boeing in Trouble

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 03:00:17 GMT

Boeing has fallen on hard times, what's next for the airplane manufacture as problems pile up? We'll talk to two top aviation analysts.

Wa Na Wari

Sat, 23 Mar 2024 03:00:17 GMT

A community based group in Seattle's Central district collects and restores black oral history.

Open Government 2024

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 04:00:23 GMT

Every year some elected officials in our state work to make it more difficult for journalists to hold them accountable and you to have the right to know what they're up to. Here's our annual look at government transparency.

Matt Driscoll

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 04:00:17 GMT

A discussion with Tacoma News Tribune columnist Matt Driscoll about his column, the current state of print journalism, and Tacoma in general.

Bring Them Home

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 04:00:14 GMT

Some immigrants who serve in the U.S. Military find themselves suddenly deported for minor legal infractions. Our discussion with the producer of a documentary detailing this injustice and one local man who was deported and later allowed back in the U.S.

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 04:00:24 GMT

A discussion about the upcoming 2024 election with Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs and ballot security concerns.

Mind Matters: Alzheimer's Disease

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 04:00:17 GMT

A discussion about the disease and some promising treatments that are on the horizon.

Pierce County Economy 2024

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 04:00:30 GMT

Our annual checkup of the Tacoma/Pierce County economy.

Dr. Max Hunter

Sat, 20 Jan 2024 04:00:15 GMT

Meet the local author of "Speech is My Hammer" and activist.

Searching For Peace

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 15:52:14 GMT

With division over the war in the Middle East, polarizing political noise from the left and the right, and racial tensions, when can we finally find common ground?

Office of Equity Director

Sat, 30 Dec 2023 04:00:18 GMT

Meet Megan Matthews, the new Director for our state's Office of Equity.

Brown & Haley

Fri, 22 Dec 2023 15:41:03 GMT

100 years of Almond Roca! A discussion with the local candy maker, Brown and Haley.

Mind Matters: Loneliness

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 04:00:25 GMT

The Surgeon General declares loneliness to be a national epidemic. We'll discuss what effects loneliness has on the body and mind. Plus, a look at the "Seattle Freeze" and how it effects loneliness in the Emerald City.

Rising Traffic Deaths

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 04:00:18 GMT

From street racing, to driving at reckless speeds, to DUI's...the death rate on our sate's roadways are spiking. What can be done to make sure our highways are safe for everyone?

New Poet Laureate 2023

Sat, 18 Nov 2023 04:00:34 GMT

Meet Arianne True, our state's newest Poet Laureate.

Artificial Intelligence

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 03:00:17 GMT

A look at how A.I. could impact the future.

Tacoma Dome 40th Anniversary

Sat, 28 Oct 2023 03:00:22 GMT

Looking at 40 years of concerts, sports, and public events.

Icicle Work Group

Sat, 21 Oct 2023 03:00:17 GMT

A diverse group works to save the future of Chelan County's Icicle Creek Watershed.

Breaking The Barriers

Sat, 14 Oct 2023 03:00:16 GMT

A look at what man made barriers like culverts, dams, and floating bridge pontoons are doing to salmon migration.

Saving Downtown Seattle

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 16:16:15 GMT

A discussion about the future of the downtown area after years of failed public policy leads to an increase of violent crime and open air drug use.

Childcare Crisis

Sat, 30 Sep 2023 15:38:25 GMT

A discussion about the childcare shortage including an interview with a famiy that's experiencing this crisis firsthand.

First Time Home

Sat, 23 Sep 2023 03:00:12 GMT

A group of teens head back to Mexico from Washington State to visit family they've never met. Our discussion with the producers of the documentary that details their journey.

Psilocybin Program

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 03:00:15 GMT

How "magic mushrooms" can possibly be the answer for those suffering from various mental illnesses.

Washington Climate Crisis

Sat, 02 Sep 2023 03:00:27 GMT

As summer temperatures soar and our skies fill with smoke from wildfires burning locally and far away, it's evident that Washington State is in a climate crisis. We'll discuss this with the state climatologist and two other experts from the University of Washington. Plus, a trip to the north Cascades where a wildfire has been burning since July.

Back To School 2023

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 03:00:19 GMT

Students and teachers head back to the classroom as school districts face budget deficits and teacher shortages.

Ryan Mello

Sat, 29 Mar 2025 03:00:08 GMT

For the first time since 2016 Pierce County has a Democrat serving in the executive's position. We're sitting down with Ryan Mello to talk about homelessness and the other pressing challenges facing the South Sound - on this edition of Northwest Now.

Dave Upthegrove

Sat, 10 Jan 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Washington State Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove came into office hoping to use AI to reconfigure timber harvests and move the ball downfield when it comes to protecting our natural areas. Instead, state and federal budget cuts threaten fire prevention and fire suppression readiness. That's part of the discussion on this edition of Northwest Now.

Together We End Gun Violence

Sat, 20 May 2023 03:00:27 GMT

A discussion about an upcoming community conversation about gun violence and a search for possible solutions. We'll also hear from Second Amendment activists about responsible gunownershipr and rights.

Capital Gains Tax

Sat, 13 May 2023 03:00:19 GMT

Is the state's new capital gains tax a way to make the rich pay their share or a gateway to a state income tax?

Racial Reconciliation

Sat, 06 May 2023 03:00:22 GMT

A discussion with a local pastor who is working with leaders of other faiths in an effort to unify our divided community.

The Port of Tacoma

Sat, 29 Apr 2023 03:00:16 GMT

A discussion with port leadership about the future of the port and environmental cleanup efforts in the surrounding area.

Long Live The Kings

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 03:00:24 GMT

A discussion with the Executive Director of Long Live The Kings, an organization working with all local stakeholders to help restore steelhead salmon to our local waters.

Real Estate 2023

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 03:00:20 GMT

Our annual checkup of the Western Washington real estate market. What effect are rising interest rates having?

Leave 10

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 15:49:45 GMT

A look at how nonprofits are encouraging you to leave part of your estate to charity.

New SDOT Director

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 15:59:57 GMT

Meet Greg Spotts, the new director of the Seattle Department of Transportation. Find out what he has planed for the future of transportation in Seattle.

New Washington Labor Council President

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 16:49:37 GMT

Meet April Sims, the new President of the Washington Labor Council and the first black woman to lead an AFL/CIO affiliate in any state.

Open Government 2023

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 04:00:15 GMT

Our annual look at your access to government records. Find out how some local elected officials are working to limit your access to records that hold them accountable.

Guaranteed Income

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 04:00:20 GMT

A look at Tacoma's experiment with Guaranteed Income.

Washington State Ferries

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 04:00:15 GMT

A discussion with the director of the Washington State Ferry system. Find out what's next for the nation's largest ferry system that's facing an aging fleet and staffing issues.

New Sound Transit CEO

Fri, 10 Feb 2023 15:43:13 GMT

A discussion with new Sound Transit CEO Julie Timm about her vision of what public transportation should be here in Western Washington. Plus, a discussion with residents of a Tacoma neighborhood that just want some normalcy after years of construction and delays on the city's Hilltop light rail extension project.

Pierce County Economy 2023

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 04:00:22 GMT

Our annual checkup of the Pierce County economy.

Fentanyl Epidemic

Fri, 20 Jan 2023 15:54:15 GMT

A discussion with a University of Washington researcher about the growing number of fentanyl overdose deaths and how we can deal with addiction.

Hilltop Artists

Sat, 14 Jan 2023 04:00:19 GMT

Tacoma students mentored through glass art.

Leave 10

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 03:00:19 GMT

A record breaking amount of money is expected to change hands from one generation to the next, now nonprofits are encouraging people to leave part of their estate to charity.

2023 Legislative Preview

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 15:26:16 GMT

Leaders of both parties in the Washington State Legislature weigh in on this year's session.

New Airport

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 15:25:43 GMT

Congestion at Sea-Tac Airport has promoted the government to recommend that our region build a second commercial airport, but many local communities don't want it built in their back yards.

Free Community College

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 04:00:14 GMT

A proposal to make some community college in our state free to some students.

The Call We Carry

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:24:01 GMT

A documentary produced by the Tacoma Fire Department about the mental toll the job takes on firefighters.

Constant Chaos

Sat, 12 Nov 2022 04:00:21 GMT

A former Washington State Department of Ecology writes a book about the toll that man-made environmental disasters is taking on not only the state's fragile ecosystem, but also those responding to these incidents.

Kwabi Amoah-Forson

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 14:50:42 GMT

During a time of bitter division and rising violence, one local man spreads a remarkable message of peace and understanding.

Racing Into The Past

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:11:39 GMT

Host Tom Layson travels to Pacific Raceways in Kent to meet with classic race car enthusiasts who race for hobby, family and community.

2022 Political Roundtable

Sat, 22 Oct 2022 03:00:21 GMT

A discussion with three local political experts on the upcoming 2022 midterm elections.

8th Congressional District Race

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 15:34:26 GMT

A discussion with Congresswoman Dr. Kim Schrier and a political expert about this important Congressional race. A note GOP challenger Matt Larkin declined to be interviewed.

U.S. Senate Race

Sat, 08 Oct 2022 14:47:23 GMT

We'll hear from both Senator Patty Murray and challenger Tiffany Smiley on this edition of Northwest Now.

Secretary of State Race

Sat, 01 Oct 2022 03:00:24 GMT

We talk to both candidates for Washington's Secretary of State job for the 2022 election.

New Tacoma Police Chief

Fri, 09 Sep 2022 17:16:09 GMT

Meet Avery Moore, Tacoma's new Chief of Police.

Back To School 2022

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 15:24:35 GMT

Our annual look at issues facing students and teachers as they head back to the classroom.

The Lost Salmon

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 03:00:29 GMT

A discussion with a local producer of a new documentary displaying the trouble salmon face in the wake of warming waters, pollution, and river dams throughout the west coast.

Northwest Now: Special Olympics

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 16:02:11 GMT

A look at the 2022 Special Olympics and how athletes are getting ready for the Summer games.

Laurie Jinkins

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 19:19:17 GMT

A discussion with Washington House Speaker Laurie Jinkins (D. Tacoma)

Governor Inslee 2022

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 19:35:29 GMT

Host Tom Layson sits down with Washington Governor Jay Inslee to discuss state politics and the future of abortion.

Real Estate 2022

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 19:47:18 GMT

Our annual checkup of the Western Washington real estate market.

Gold Star Author

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 19:54:43 GMT

A local woman writes a book about her struggle to get the truth about her husband's death while taking part of a special forces operation gone wrong.

Randy Hansen

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 20:18:15 GMT

Tom Layson interviews Jimi Hendrix cover artist Randy Hansen.

John Keister

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 20:36:39 GMT

Tom Layson interviews longtime local funnyman and former host of Almost Live John Keister.

J.T. Wilcox

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 20:05:37 GMT

Tom Layson discusses state politics with State Representative and Republican Minority Leader J.T. Wilcox

Dennis Worsham

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 04:00:13 GMT

While America's public health infrastructure is under attack by the Trump administration, Washington has joined a West Coast alliance trying to keep the science of public health alive. That's part of the discussion with Secretary of Health Dennis Worsham on this edition of Northwest Now.

Vanishing Seattle

Sat, 12 Apr 2025 03:00:26 GMT

If there's one thing we've all had to adapt to here in Western Washington its a rapid rate of change. Documenting that change of place, culture and vibe is the mission of Vanishing Seattle - a social media and short film project dedicated to fond memories of people, places and things.

Childcare Crisis

Sat, 30 Sep 2023 03:00:22 GMT

A look at the critical childcare shortage and now families are coping.