This week…

The State AG is warning people against donating to scams disguised as charity.

The Seattle Marathon route changed again, upsetting Magnolia residents.

And some advice for how to make a coyote feel unwelcome. 

Seattle Met Food and Drink Editor Naomi Tomky and LiveWire Host Luke Burbank are here to break down the week.

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Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.

This week&hellip;
The State AG is warning people against donating to scams disguised as charity.
The Seattle Marathon route changed again, upsetting Magnolia residents.
And some advice for how to make a coyote feel unwelcome.&nbsp;
Seattle Met Food and Drink Editor Naomi Tomky and LiveWire Host Luke Burbank are here to break down the week.
We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. <a href="https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow">Tap here</a>&nbsp;to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.
Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:seattlenow@kuow.org">seattlenow@kuow.org</a>, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or<a href="https://www.kuow.org/feedback">&nbsp;leave us feedback online</a>.

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.

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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This week…  The State AG is warning people against donating to scams disguised as charity.  The Seattle Marathon route changed again, upsetting Magnolia residents.  And some advice for how to make a coyote feel unwelcome.   Seattle Met Food and Drink Editor Naomi Tomky and LiveWire Host Luke Burbank are here to break down the week.

Casual Friday with Naomi Tomky and Luke Burbank

Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom…

The small town of Mineral, Washington doesn’t have a lot of residents, or a lot of jobs - but they’re still taking care of each other.

Six rural hospitals in Oregon and Washington have closed their obstetrics units since 2020, including one in northern Oregon earlier this year.

And some colleges, including the University of Washington, have eliminated questions that reference diversity from their admissions applications in response to statements from the federal government.

We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.

Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.

Today, we&rsquo;re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom&hellip;
The small town of Mineral, Washington doesn&rsquo;t have a lot of residents, or a lot of jobs - but they&rsquo;re still taking care of each other.
Six rural hospitals in Oregon and Washington have closed their obstetrics units since 2020, including one in northern Oregon earlier this year.
And some colleges, including the University of Washington, have eliminated questions that reference diversity from their admissions applications in response to statements from the federal government.
We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. <a href="https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow">Tap here</a> to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.
Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:seattlenow@kuow.org">seattlenow@kuow.org</a>, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or<a href="https://www.kuow.org/feedback"> leave us feedback online</a>.

Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom…  The small town of Mineral, Washington doesn’t have a lot of residents, or a lot of jobs - but they’re still taking care of each other.  Six rural hospitals in Oregon and Washington have closed their obstetrics units since 2020, including one in northern Oregon earlier this year.  And some colleges, including the University of Washington, have eliminated questions that reference diversity from their admissions applications in response to statements from the federal government.

Weekend Listen: A “meat draw” in a small Washington town, rural hospitals are closing their obstetrics units, and how applications are changing at the University of Washington

WA recommends Hep-B vaccine for newborns despite CDC panel guidance, Seattle Police launch DUI emphasis patrols, and coyote sightings are on the rise in Seattle.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.

Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.

WA recommends Hep-B vaccine for newborns despite CDC panel guidance, Seattle Police launch DUI emphasis patrols, and coyote sightings are on the rise in Seattle.
It&rsquo;s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow">Tap here</a>&nbsp;to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.
Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:seattlenow@kuow.org">seattlenow@kuow.org</a>, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or<a href="https://www.kuow.org/feedback">&nbsp;leave us feedback online</a>.

WA recommends Hep-B vaccine for newborns despite CDC panel guidance, Seattle Police launch DUI emphasis patrols, and coyote sightings are on the rise in Seattle.

Friday Evening Headlines

Crime rates in WA continue to drop, local community colleges are facing budget woes, and Federal Way commuters rejoice for light rail service.  

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us. Tap here to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.

Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at seattlenow@kuow.org, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.

Crime rates in WA continue to drop, local community colleges are facing budget woes, and Federal Way commuters <a href="https://www.kuow.org/stories/less-traffic-more-lunch-options-federal-way-light-rail-opens-saturday">rejoice</a> for light rail service.&nbsp;&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.
We can only make Seattle Now because listeners support us.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.kuow.org/donate/seattlenow">Tap here</a>&nbsp;to make a gift and keep Seattle Now in your feed.
Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:seattlenow@kuow.org">seattlenow@kuow.org</a>, leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or<a href="https://www.kuow.org/feedback">&nbsp;leave us feedback online</a>.

Crime rates in WA continue to drop, local community colleges are facing budget woes, and Federal Way commuters rejoice for light rail service.  

Casual Friday with Naomi Tomky and Luke Burbank

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