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Why Seattle's fire department is using AI in 911 dispatch

Artificial intelligence is listening to emergency callers along with 911 dispatchers in Seattle. The technology is supposed to make emergency calls more efficient, but its effectiveness is unclear and legal experts have concerns.  Seattle Times reporter Daniel Beekman is here to tell us more. Read his reporting here. 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.

Monday Evening Headlines

Seattle hosts its first World Cup match, it's nearly 20 degrees above normal in the Northwest, and Dems push back against dismantling of ocean observatories. 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.

Why Ty Okada could be with the Seahawks longer than many may expect

The slowest part of the offseason has arrived, with the Seattle Seahawks convinced that the 2026 season is not about defending their Super Bowl LX title, claimed in a 29-13 walloping of the New England Patriots and is instead a new season of its own. It’s a concept ripe for debate about mathematical independence, but […]

Cyclist killed in collision with truck near Fauntleroy Ferry dock

Cyclist killed in collision with truck near Fauntleroy Ferry dock Off patr Mon, 06/15/2026 - 9:18am

COLUMN | Remembering Tyjon Stewart and Tra'Veiah Houfmuse on Graduation Day at Rainier Beach High School

As World Cup Kicks Off in Seattle, Beacon Hill Latinos Express Mixed Feelings

For some residents of Beacon Hill, the games are a time to celebrate with family and friends; for others, a time to keep their guard up about possible ICE enforcement.

Seahawks News 6/15: Seahawks entering their Barner Era

In Today’s Links: the Seattle Seahawks salary cap and why they may not cut anyone of significance this offseason, Leo Williams is prepared to run it back, Nick Emmanwori love, more minicamp takeaways, and other stuff! Happy Monday. Say “hi” to the Garfield in you for me. Thanks for being here. Go, ‘Hawks! #np Celia […]