Amazon is no longer the top employer in Seattle, Mayor Katie Wilson is asking city departments to find ways to slash their budgets, and a western Washington-born singer was just named one of Time Magazine's Women of the Year. 

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna.

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.

Amazon is no longer the top employer in Seattle, Mayor Katie Wilson is asking city departments to find ways to slash their budgets, and a western Washington-born singer was just named one of Time Magazine's Women of the Year.&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna.
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>.

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.

Seattle Now

Amazon is no longer the top employer in Seattle, Mayor Katie Wilson is asking city departments to find ways to slash their budgets, and a western Washington-born singer was just named one of Time Magazine's Women of the Year.   It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna.

Friday Evening Headlines

This week…

Drama in the state legislature as lawmakers discuss the proposed "millionaire's tax.”

Some Mercer Island residents had to stop flushing their toilets for a day.

And the McDonald’s golden arches may be making their way to Capitol Hill.

KUOW Editor Phyllis Fletcher and Local Historian David Lewis are here to break down the week.

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.

This week&hellip;
Drama in the state legislature as lawmakers discuss the proposed "millionaire's tax.&rdquo;
Some Mercer Island residents had to stop flushing their toilets for a day.
And the McDonald&rsquo;s golden arches may be making their way to Capitol Hill.
KUOW Editor Phyllis Fletcher and Local Historian David Lewis 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> 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>.

This week…  Drama in the state legislature as lawmakers discuss the proposed "millionaire's tax.”  Some Mercer Island residents had to stop flushing their toilets for a day.  And the McDonald’s golden arches may be making their way to Capitol Hill.  KUOW Editor Phyllis Fletcher and Local Historian David Lewis are here to break down the week.

Casual Friday with Phyllis Fletcher and David Lewis

Recreation areas could close this summer due to funding cuts, Bill Gates apologizes to foundation staffers, and Seattle Torrent Gold Medal winners return home.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna.

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.

Recreation areas could close this summer due to funding cuts, Bill Gates apologizes to foundation staffers, and Seattle Torrent Gold Medal winners return home.
It&rsquo;s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Ruby de Luna.
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.&nbsp;
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>.

Recreation areas could close this summer due to funding cuts, Bill Gates apologizes to foundation staffers, and Seattle Torrent Gold Medal winners return home.

Thursday Evening Headlines 

Seattle is in earthquake country, and our mostrecent big reminder of that came 25 years ago this Saturday, when the Nisqually Earthquake shook the Puget Sound region.

Seattle’s historic Pioneer Square neighborhood was hard hit, and a lot changed as a result of it.

We'll explore how the neighborhood has grappled with its vulnerability to earthquakes while preserving its history.

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.

Seattle is in earthquake country, and our most recent big reminder of that came 25 years ago this Saturday, when the Nisqually Earthquake shook the Puget Sound region.
Seattle&rsquo;s historic Pioneer Square neighborhood was hard hit, and a lot changed as a result of it.
We'll explore how the neighborhood has grappled with its vulnerability to earthquakes while preserving its history.
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.&nbsp;
Got questions about local news or story ideas to share? We want to hear from you! Email us at <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>.

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