Washington’s governor and university leaders say sweeping changes to federal funding rules would politicize the grant award process. And last weekend, Republican leaders in the U.S. Senate announced a spending bill that would temporarily block the changes.

Officials push back on federal changes that could impact WA science news

The Trump administration proposed sweeping changes to federal funding rules. Washington’s governor and university leaders say this would politicize the grant award process.

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Results from Tuesday night show almost 72% of voters were in favor of the property tax levy, which will help pay for basic operating costs and to update and maintain library buildings.

Early results show strong support for Seattle library levy

Results from Tuesday night show almost 72% of voters were in favor of the levy, which will help pay for basic operating costs and to update and maintain library buildings.

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Washington Democrats are chasing a supermajority, hoping to flip several Republican-controlled legislative seats this fall. They’re confident after initial primary results.

Blue wave in Washington's state Legislature? Maybe.

Washington Democrats are chasing a supermajority, hoping to flip several Republican-controlled legislative seats this fall. They’re confident after initial primary results.

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The battery system will add capacity to the electric grid, support renewable energy and help keep prices down. But other such Washington plants have stirred controversy.

Snohomish County is building the state's largest battery plant

The battery system will add capacity to the electric grid, support renewable energy and help keep prices down. But other such Washington plants have stirred controversy.

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Drummer Allison Miller, known for her work with jazz supergroup Artemis and singer-songwriter Brandi Carlile, was performing professionally by 12. Today, the seasoned performer and educator feels optimistic about the future of jazz. Learn more:

Drummer Allison Miller sees bright, gritty future for jazz

Drummer Allison Miller started playing with jazz legends at age 12. Today, the seasoned performer and educator remains optimistic about the future of the artform.

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Tribal families from around the Northwest paddled to Nisqually for this year's canoe journey. “It teaches a lot of our youth that we still have culture,” said youth skipper Aliya Choke.

'Ceremonies change lives' Nisqually youth learn and guide through paddling

Tribal families from around the Northwest paddled to Nisqually for this year's canoe journey. “It teaches a lot of our youth that we still have culture,” said youth skipper Aliya Choke.

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Wildfires in Spokane have destroyed hundreds of homes and led to evacuation orders for 60,000 people. The Old Trails Fire, the Autumn Lane Fire and the Fairview Fire are all burning near Spokane, which is Washington state's second-largest city with a population of more than 230,000.

Photos: Wildfires in Spokane lead to thousands of evacuations

Wildfires in Spokane have destroyed hundreds of homes and led to evacuation orders for 60,000 people.

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Celebrate our 10th anniversary with us in Tacoma on August 11! 🎉 Join Director Carol Handley, Tree of Jazz host Justus Sanchez, and a lively discussion on Thea Foss's legacy featuring Emil Moffatt, historian Nancy Bourne Haley, and Director Brent Mason. We can’t wait to see you there!

KNKX 10th Anniversary Event in Tacoma

Join us August 11 for KNKX's 10th Anniversary event at Foss Waterway Seaport in Tacoma.

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Three wildfires continue to burn out of control in and around Spokane. The largest blaze is the Old Trails Fire. It crossed the Spokane River this weekend and is responsible for burning about 700 homes and structures.

KNKX Morning Edition host Kirsten Kendrick talks with Stephen Groening, associate professor and chair of the Department of Cinema and Media Studies at the University of Washington, about Jimothy's rise to fame and why he has captured our hearts. Listen here:

'Rooting for him': How Seattle raccoon Jimothy went viral

Jimothy, the unusual short spine raccoon of Seattle, has become a global internet sensation, rocketing to fame after a woman in Ballard posted a video of him.

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After the deadly shooting at Bite of Seattle left three people dead and multiple wounded, community members returned to Seattle Center to mourn.

Born in Jamaica, pianist and composer Monty Alexander weaves bright Carribean influences into his improvisations. The day before his 2024 studio session, Alexander celebrated his 80th birthday and talked about growing up and learning music in Jamaica. Learn more:

Born on D-Day, pianist Monty Alexander vies for peace

Pianist and composer Monty Alexander, now 82, discusses his Jamaican roots, his feel-good music, and the deep meaning behind his album "D-Day."

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During a Friday news conference, Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson said there were "multiple factors" behind her decision to ask for the chief's resignation. Here's the latest since Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes resigned Thursday:

Seattle Mayor Wilson defends asking police chief to resign

Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes resigned Thursday. He and Mayor Katie Wilson were criticized for a long delay in getting information to the public following a fatal shooting.

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A 15-year-old was charged with assault and illegally possessing a firearm. A analysis shows bullets from the gun he used did not cause the deaths of two bystanders.

Court documents reveal new details in Seattle Center shooting

A 15-year-old was charged with assault and illegally possessing a firearm. A analysis shows bullets from the gun he used did not cause the deaths of two bystanders.

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If you’re an "Eastsider," or a resident of one of the thriving suburbs east of Seattle across Lake Washington, enjoying some live jazz doesn't have to mean a trip to downtown Seattle. Here are some fun spots in your neck of the woods. Learn more:

Discover hidden gem jazz venues across the Eastside

Find live jazz in a tarot coffeehouse, Italian restaurants, and wine country lounges throughout Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Woodinville or North Bend.

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Seattle Police Chief Shon Barnes has resigned. In a statement, Barnes said “I hope this transition gives the city and this department the opportunity to return full focus to what matters most, addressing youth gun violence and preventing more tragedies.”

People gathered at the International Fountain Wednesday for a silent vigil honoring the victims of the Seattle Center shooting. Seattle Center organized the event and attendees left notes and flowers. Even though it was only a few days after three people were killed, the park felt peaceful.

If you want to see live jazz in Seattle, you’ve got options. There are a variety of coffeeshops, restaurants, bars, and small venues in the area that offer regular jazz. Here's a list of some of those groovy Seattle spots, complete with details on neighborhood, vibe, and cost:

From garden gigs to cocktail bars, enjoy live jazz all around Seattle

Looking for a spot with live jazz for a date or casual outing with friends? Here’s a list of some of the best bars and small venues in the Seattle area that regularly present live jazz.

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The levy would raise nearly $480 million over seven years and is critical for library services. But some officials say it could affect funding for future city projects.

Public safety a priority for Pierce County Council candidates

Three candidates are running for the Pierce County Council’s District 7 seat, which represents Ruston, Gig Harbor, the Key Peninsula and parts of northwest Tacoma.

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Three candidates are running for the Pierce County Council’s District 7 seat, which represents Ruston, Gig Harbor, the Key Peninsula and parts of northwest Tacoma. Primary ballots are due by 8 p.m. on Aug. 4.

Public safety a priority for Pierce County Council candidates

Three candidates are running for the Pierce County Council’s District 7 seat, which represents Ruston, Gig Harbor, the Key Peninsula and parts of northwest Tacoma.

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🎫 Enter to win tickets for our 10th Anniversary celebration at Foss Waterway Seaport in Tacoma on August 11! Join Director Carol Handley, Tree of Jazz host Justus Sanchez, with a discussion on Thea Foss's legacy feat. Emil Moffatt, historian Nancy Bourne Haley, and Director Brent Mason.

Enter to win tickets for KNKX 10th Anniversary Event in Tacoma

Enter to win tickets for KNKX 10th Anniversary Event in Tacoma on Tuesday, August 11 at Foss Waterway Seaport.

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Former Gov. Jay Inslee, a Democrat, is the only living former governor to offer a full-throated endorsement of the tax, which passed earlier this year. The measure faces a ballot recall in November and a lawsuit over its constitutionality next year.

Washington state’s ‘millionaires tax’ wins former Gov. Jay Inslee’s endorsement

Inslee, a Democrat, is the only living former governor to offer a full-throated endorsement of the tax. The measure faces a ballot recall in November.

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Voters will decide which candidates move ahead in races for the state Legislature, state Supreme Court, and U.S. Congress. Ballots are due by 8 p.m. on Aug. 4.

What to watch in Washington's primary election

The candidates who pull ahead in races for the state Legislature, Supreme Court, and U.S. Congress will advance to the November election. Ballots are due by 8 p.m. on Aug. 4.

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According to Seattle police, the ghost gun was recovered from a 15-year-old boy who was taken into custody and is a suspect in the shooting.

Police recovered a ghost gun from Seattle Center shooting

According to Seattle police, the ghost gun was recovered from a 15-year-old boy who was taken into custody and is a suspect in the shooting.

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Bassist Miroslav Vitouš, a founding member of seminal jazz fusion band Weather Report, helped shaped the electric jazz landscape with his musical approach and pivotal collaborations. Learn more from KNKX's Justus Sanchez:

The jazz fusion journey of Weather Report co-founder Miroslav Vitouš

Bassist Miroslav Vitouš, a founding member of Weather Report, helped shaped the electric jazz landscape with his musical approach and pivotal collaborations.

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The hospital network Providence Swedish will no longer train primary care doctors at three community health centers in the Seattle area after current residents graduate.

Providence Swedish sunsets residencies at Seattle health centers

The hospital network announced that its family medicine residency program will no longer partner with three Seattle-area health organizations after 2029.

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After the deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle food festival left three people dead and multiple wounded, community members returned to the campus to mourn in a candlelight vigil.

People gather to mourn victims of fatal Seattle Center shooting

After the deadly shooting at Bite of Seattle left three dead and multiple wounded, people returned to the campus to mourn in a candlelight vigil.

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UPDATE: Three people died and four others were wounded in a shooting Sunday at Seattle Center. One suspect is in custody and at least one other is at large. Police say there is no outstanding threat to the community. They are asking witnesses to come forward with information.

Police seeking witnesses of fatal shooting at Seattle food festival

Three people died and at least four others including a child were wounded in a shooting Sunday at Seattle Center. One suspect is in custody and at least one other is at large.

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