Politics Seattle's socialist rockstar Kshama Sawant has almost left the building. Here's how she changed Seattle politics Seattle’s most famous and controversial elected official, Kshama Sawant, is headed for the exits in January after a decade on the City Council. In that time, she’s managed to win three elections and survive a bitter recall campaign. Sawant told KUOW the key to her success from the start was refusing to compromise and staying true to her socialist principles. David Hyde
Arts & Life America's next top best bully This week on Text Me Back!, Lindy West and Meagan Hatcher-Mays confront the top three bullies: their pets, Tr*mp (and his fear of sharks), and... themselves. Because maybe bullies were the best friends we made along the way. Lindy West Meagan Hatcher-Mays
Government Seattle City Council approves 2024 budget with money for housing, homelessness, and mental health The plan includes more money for homelessness services, housing, and mental health support at Seattle schools. It also funds the controversial ShotSpotter program. Kate Walters Katie Campbell
Politics Election mail threats across the PNW prompt new look at protections heading into 2024 Threats made against election workers have sharply increased in recent years, and the latest scares in Washington have officials thinking of ways to prepare for 2024. Jeanie Lindsay
Politics Race for WA Rep. Kilmer's congressional seat is heating up On Thursday, state Sen. Emily Randall announced she was entering the race. Katie Campbell
Politics Some Seattle City Council races too close to call, but most have winners Many Seattle City Council races were concluded over the weekend, after Friday's updated ballot count, with candidates conceding to their opponents. A few races have candidates crossing their fingers with counts that remain too close to call. KUOW Staff
Politics WA Congressmember Derek Kilmer won't run for re-election in 2024 After six terms as Washington's representative in the 6th Congressional District, U.S. Rep. Derek Kilmer said he's planning for life outside of Congress. Dyer Oxley
Arts & Life Lindy West and Meagan Hatcher-Mays' new podcast is here: Text Me Back! A multi-decade hot sandwich fueled friendship, the inside scoop on swamp people and alleged... rural vampires. Lindy West Meagan Hatcher-Mays
Politics Election 2023 results: Seattle City Council & King County races Election results according to the most recent ballot counts. Results will change as more ballots are processed over the week following the November general election. KUOW Staff
