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Shannon Cheng

Politics reporter for KUOW and co-host of the Sound Politics podcast, Scott Greenstone

Week in Review: October 4, 2024 - with Scott Greenstone

Tacoma Police Chief Administrative Leave Mystery. Seattle Public Schools revised closure plan. Serrano video called racist and fear mongering. Attorney General and Seattle City Council debates. Seattle's proposed budget faces criticism.

Shasti Conrad, Chair of the Washington State Democratic Party

Democratic State Party Chair Shasti Conrad Discusses 2024 Election Strategy, Party Unity

Conrad discusses the role of the state party in volunteer and candidate support, turning out the Democratic base, maintaining unity within a diverse party, and the transition to Kamala Harris at the top of the ticket.

Victoria Hunt, Candidate for 5th Legislative District State Representative

Issaquah City Councilmember Victoria Hunt Sets Sights on State Legislature

Issaquah City Councilmember Victoria Hunt, running for WA's 5th Legislative District, outlines her priorities and emphasizes her diverse experience in local government, environmental science, and data-driven policymaking.

Josh Cohen, Cascade PBS city reporter

Week in Review: September 13, 2024 - with Josh Cohen

New poll shows Ferguson leading in the race for governor. GOP-funded statewide initiatives losing support. Seattle Public Schools releases controversial school closure proposal amid budget crisis. New progressive PAC forms for city council race. King County considers $1B middle-income housing plan.

Seattle Times politics and communities reporter, Daniel Beekman

Week in Review: September 6, 2024 - with Daniel Beekman

Hand recount confirms Upthegrove’s win in tight race for Lands Commissioner. Church sues Burien over homeless camp. Seattle utility rates to rise. Judge refutes City Attorney’s claims. Seattle Public Library fully operational after cyberattack. City Council delays housing initiative vote.

Melissa Demyan, Candidate for 45th Legislative District State Representative

New Leadership or Old Guard? Demyan Challenges Springer in 45th District Race

In a competitive race between two Democrats, Melissa Demyan, a labor organizer, is challenging 20-year incumbent Larry Springer for a 45th district state house seat.

Ashley Nerbovig, staff writer at The Stranger covering policing, incarceration and courts.

Week in Review: August 30, 2024 - with Ashley Nerbovig

A statewide hand recount is underway for Public Lands Commissioner race. KC Council votes to keep the youth detention center open despite previous closure plans. Lynnwood's light rail extension opens. Tacoma's tenant rights bill faces lawsuit. Pierce County fight over funding homeless shelter site.