Have questions about Seattle’s growing crisis of homelessness? Housing affordability? Transportation? Public safety? Now is your chance to ask Mayor Ed Murray about the issues that matter most to you. We’re gearing up for the next quarterly episode of Ask the Mayor. KUOW host Marcie Sillman will sit down with… [ Keep reading ]
Civic Cocktail kicks off its 2016 season with Book Lust host Nancy Pearl and women of the Seattle City Council. Join us at 5:30 p.m., Wed., Feb. 3 at the Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave., to talk books, the changing role of women in politics and more. Host Joni Balter will talk… [ Keep reading ]
An aviator, an artist, mentors, musicians and more. Here’s a look back at 2015 and the shows that you watched the most. 1. Art Zone with Nancy Guppy: Duff McKaganThis special episode of Art Zone features an interview with Duff McKagan. Duff grew up in Seattle, (almost) graduated from Roosevelt… [ Keep reading ]
It’s the end of an era. Outgoing Seattle City Council members Jean Godden, Nick Licata and Tom Rasmussen reflect on their years in office, including successes, regrets and what’s next on the December episode of City Inside/Out: Council Edition. Plus, host Brian Callanan goes into poem mode and offers this ode to the… [ Keep reading ]
By Eric Liu Eleven years ago, I wrote a book called “Guiding Lights” for which I traveled around the country interviewing inspiring leaders in many fields about how they came to be doing what they are doing, what mentors they had, and how they plan to pass on their knowledge…. [ Keep reading ]
Join us for the last Civic Cocktail of 2015, 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 2 at the Palace Ballroom, 2100 Fifth Ave. Chef and restaurateur Tom Douglas will talk about the impact of the $15 minimum wage on Seattle’s service industry; his new restaurant, The Carlile Room; his favorite dishes for… [ Keep reading ]
Better transportation? More affordable housing? Added cops to fight crime? Addressing the homelessness crisis? Ask Mayor Murray about the issues that matter most to you. This month, KUOW host Marcie Sillman will sit down with the mayor to discuss city issues on Seattle Channel’s Ask the Mayor, where the mayor will… [ Keep reading ]
We’re seeking a communications intern to help us raise awareness of Seattle Channel and its award-winning content. As a municipal TV station, we present a range of programs on cable channel 21 and online to help residents connect with their city. We’re looking for a college intern to write and… [ Keep reading ]
Calling all civic geeks looking to debrief following the general election. Join us for a post-election recap with political consultants Christian Sinderman and John Wyble at the November Civic Cocktail, 5:30 p.m., Wed., Nov. 4 at the Palace Ballroom, 2100 5th Ave. Get insight on the outcomes of races, including the district contests for Seattle City Council… [ Keep reading ]
Want a transparent look at the candidates and issues on the Nov. 3 general election ballot? With the launch of the 2015 general election Video Voters’ Guide, voters can hear directly from the candidates for various offices as well as learn about city of Seattle and King County ballot measures…. [ Keep reading ]
