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Podcast: King County Settles $3.5M Wrongful Death Suit For Michael Rowland’s Jail Death

King County has agreed to a $3.5 million settlement in a wrongful death lawsuit following the 2022 in-custody death of Michael Rowland, a 63-year-old Black man who was restrained by correctional officers during the booking process at the King County Jail.

Hundreds of Thousands Could Attend the World Cup. The C-ID Plans to Be Ready.

Meet Byron Allen, The Comic-Turned-Media Mogul Who’s Taking Over CBS Late Night

Billionaire media mogul Byron Allen, who began his career as a comedian, is set to occupy CBS's 11:35 pm late-night slot with 'Comics Unleashed.' This low-cost, politics-free comedy program reflects Allen's stand-up origins and his distinctive business model. The move signifies a notable departure from the network's previous topical late-night content.

Black Teens Face A Hidden Crisis Of Dating Violence

Intimate partner violence disproportionately affects Black youth, posing significant challenges in its recognition and escape. In response, mental health professionals are implementing targeted support and guidance to assist these young individuals in breaking free from abusive relationships.

U.S. Funding Cuts Have Hampered Response To The Deadly Ebola Crisis, Aid Workers Say

The deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has drawn critical scrutiny to the Trump administration's foreign aid reductions and withdrawal from the World Health Organization. First responders and health experts contend these policy changes have significantly impeded global response efforts, contributing to delayed virus detection and severe shortages of critical medical supplies.

Elon Musk Expands AI Plant Accused Of Polluting Black Areas

Elon Musk's artificial intelligence venture, xAI, is at the center of an escalating environmental justice conflict, facing legal challenges from the NAACP and allied groups. The dispute stems from the expansion of an unpermitted power plant near Memphis, which has seen the addition of six gas-powered turbines, intensifying air pollution in nearby Black communities and prompting allegations of Clean Air Act violations.

Deconstructing Christian Nationalism

The presence of the Ku Klux Klan within a church, prominently featuring a 'Jesus Saves' sign, underscores a profound contradiction among certain Christian factions that reject core tenets of love and compassion. This phenomenon, alongside the rise of Christian nationalism, poses a significant threat by attempting to redefine national identity and undermine the constitutional right to religious freedom for non-Christian faiths.

Casual Friday with Zaki Hamid and Casey Martin

This week: The Seattle Opera had its first Furry Night. Memorial Day travelers are feeling the strain of high prices.  And young male Mariners fans are ripping their shirts off at games. KUOW community engagement director Zaki Hamid and KUOW reporter Casey Martin 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 [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thursday Evening Headlines

Sen. Patty Murray calls for investigation into Sean Duffy's road trip, Meta lays off 10% of its workforce, and Bruce Harrell gets a new job. It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning. 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 [email protected], leave us a voicemail at (206) 616-6746 or leave us feedback online.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Massive Monkees’ Annual Breakdance Battle is a Hit. Next Year, It May Not Happen

COLUMN | In a Time of Mass Anti-Trans Legislation, Washington's Trans Community Refuses to Disappear

Over the past five years, our country has witnessed a systemic attack on the rights of trans people, writes Reagan E. J. Jackson, who asked trans folks how this is impacting their daily lives.

Judge Dismisses Charges Against Former School Official In Case Of 6-Year-Old Who Shot Teacher

A Virginia circuit court judge has dismissed criminal charges against Ebony Parker, a former elementary school assistant principal, in a case linked to a 6-year-old boy who shot his teacher in January 2023. The judge's ruling determined that the allegations against Parker did not constitute a crime.