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Primary election Video Voters’ Guide launches

Primary election ballots are in the mail, and with the launch of the 2017 primary election Video Voters’ Guide, voters can hear directly from the candidates seeking to represent them. The non-partisan video guide offers candidates on the primary ballot up to two minutes to issue a prepared statement that outlines… [ Keep reading ]

Sports and politics at June Civic Cocktail

Cap off an exciting season of Civic Cocktail as host Joni Balter leads a discussion on Sodo arena plans followed by a journalist roundtable weighing in on the headlines, 6 p.m., Wednesday, June 7 at Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave. When it comes to building an arena that will attract an… [ Keep reading ]

Lindy West on costs of activism, politicians on igniting change at Civic Cocktail, May 3

Social justice and grassroots activism in a charged political climate are on the agenda at the May 3 Civic Cocktail at Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave. Lindy West, columnist at “The Guardian” and contributor to “This American Life,” will join host Joni Balter to discuss the role of humor in social… [ Keep reading ]

Seattle Channel receives eight Northwest Emmy nominations

Seattle Channel is honored to receive eight Northwest Regional Emmy-award nominations from the Northwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS). The municipal TV station’s nominations include overall station excellence with the channel competing against some of the region’s commercial and public television stations. The 2017… [ Keep reading ]

Sold out: Murray & de Blasio, Amazon & Obamacare at Civic Cocktail, April 5

Host Joni Balter will lead an action-packed, three-part April Civic Cocktail, Wed., April 5, at Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the program gets underway at 5:30 p.m. Tickets are sold out to the event, where the featured guests include two big-city mayors, an Amazon executive… [ Keep reading ]

Judicial power & higher ed, topics at March Civic Cocktail

From the courtroom to campus, the March edition of Civic Cocktail will examine the role of the judicial branch of government and the future of higher education in Washington state. The conversation is sure to be thought-provoking at the March 1 event at Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave., where U.S. District Court… [ Keep reading ]

State of local journalism and State Attorney General at Civic Cocktail, Feb. 1

In an age of “alternative facts” and “fake news” and Democratic state attorney generals ready to take on a Trump agenda, a lively civic conversation is likely at the February edition of Civic Cocktail. Tickets are going fast to the Wed., Feb. 1 event at the Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave., where… [ Keep reading ]

Most-watched videos of 2016

What does a folk-rock quartet, a garbage dump, a breakdance crew, a fortune-cookie factory, a guitarist, a WWII hero and a proposed sports arena have in common? Answer: they were featured in some of the most-watched Seattle Channel productions in 2016, garnering the most views online (via our website and… [ Keep reading ]

Roundup of our election coverage

Election Day is nearly here! Still need to break out that ballot but have some last-minute questions? Here’s a rundown of our fall general election programming, including coverage of the candidates and key issues at the state, regional and local levels. Should Washington raise its minimum wage, approve the nation’s first… [ Keep reading ]

Fall ballot measures topic at Civic Cocktail, Oct. 5

A new season of eats, drinks and smart talk returns in October when we kick off Civic Cocktail. Join host Joni Balter as we break down the fall ballot initiatives on transit, gun control and climate change. Proponents and opponents of the ballot measures will weigh in Wednesday, Oct. 5 at Palace… [ Keep reading ]