A new label promises single-use cups are recyclable. But that doesn't mean they actually get recycled. From @grist.org

#Bellevue College has spent decades carving its niche in #jazz through their ward-winning program and festival. But, on March 10, Bellevue College President David May sent an email to faculty and staff that suggested closing of the music department entirely due to budget constraints. Learn more:

Severe storms in December flooded farmland across Western Washington. In Snohomish County, farmers are working to recover ahead of this year’s growing season.

The state audit shows that the district faced a widening gap between revenue and expenses as costs climbed over the past four years. From our partners @opb.org

This Jazz Appreciation Month, KNKX will spotlight centennial jazz figures like Miles Davis and John Coltrane and stories from regional artists.

Some experts — and Washington lawmakers themselves — think the state’s problems are starting to outgrow the Legislature's limited schedule.

An excited crowd gathered at the Museum of Flight in Seattle to watch the NASA rocket blast off from Florida's Kennedy Space Center base.

When it comes to jazz musician names, vocalist Jazzmeia Horn's name is pretty perfect — and it's not even a stage name. When Horn came to sing in the KNKX Studios in 2018 with with her band, she shared how her name predestined her for her career in jazz, and how that career began. Learn more:

A new law requires the state superintendent to study limiting cellphones in schools, but advocates worry that without a statewide ban, Washington will get left behind.

Efforts to hammer out “agritourism” rules in the county stretch back several years, and debate has been heated. Skagit County residents have until April 15 to weigh in. From our partners at @cascadiadaily.com

Last year, John Gilbreath, the Executive Director of Earshot Jazz, retired. As of January, Stephan Blanford, a nonprofit professional jazz fan, and long-time Seattleite, is the nonprofit’s new leader. Learn more at knkx.org 📷: Parker Miles Blohm/KNKX

Washington's housing task force put out the survey. Respondents’ feedback will help shape a report that will be submitted to the governor and Legislature. From our partners at My Neighborhood News Group.

Gov. Bob Ferguson on Monday signed Washington’s historic income tax on the state’s highest earners. Republicans plan to challenge the new law in court and at the ballot box.

Along with more above-average temps and dry conditions, Washington residents can expect lower streamflows, potential stress on water supplies, an increased risk of wildfires and a longer fire season.

Demonstrations are planned in Seattle, Portland, Vancouver, Eugene and several other locations across the region. From our partners @opb.org

Passengers can for the first time cross Lake Washington on a train between Bellevue and Seattle this weekend, as Sound Transit's 2 Line finally opens to the public.

In 2021, saxophonist Lakecia Benjamin was in a frightening car accident that nearly ended her life. Instead, she found strength in her recovery and went on to produce her Grammy-nominated 2023 album 'Phoenix.' Learn more:

Gov. Bob Ferguson signed legislation to create the PreK Promise Account. This account will allow the state to accept up to $170 million annually over the next decade from the Ballmer Group.

The Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network said in prior years, enforcement typically happened around immigration offices, such as those in King, Yakima and Whatcom counties. But in 2025 it received reports of ICE activity from across the state.

At the height of her jazz career, pianist Patti Bown swung with authority, creativity and skill. She shared stages and sessions with Quincy Jones, Dinah Washington and Clark Terry. And yet, undercurrents of prejudice limited her as a Black woman in the male-dominated jazz world. Learn more:

The SuperSonics are closer to returning to Seattle. 🏀 The NBA’s Board of Governors voted Wednesday to open a negotiation window to expand teams into Seattle and Las Vegas. This could result in the two franchises tipping off in the 2028-29 season. (1/4) 📸 Lindsey Wasson / AP

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday issued a decision to deny review of a case seeking judicial restoration of federal recognition for the Chinook Indian Nation, which has vowed to continue the over a century-long fight. From our partners at @underscore-news.bsky.social and ICT.

Dozens of citizenship ceremonies were canceled across the Pacific Northwest. They're the final step to becoming a U.S. citizen. From our partners at Northwest News Network.

📅 Women's History Month in March is coming to a close. Read more as KNKX's celebrates women in jazz, Northwest women in the news, and featured studio sessions!

Seattle-based Brooks Running has inked a new sponsorship deal that includes the "Rally Shoe Cam," and is now the official running shoe sponsor of the between-innings Salmon Run.

Researchers at the University of Washington are testing a phone app to determine if it can accurately monitor fetal heart rates during pregnancy.

It's the beginning of peak bloom for the famed cherry blossoms on the University of Washington quad. Previous forecasts had called for peak bloom to start last Friday. But a late cold snap pushed it to the start of this week. Peak bloom usually lasts 10-14 days. 📸 Ted S. Warren/AP Photo

The influence of the blues on her music is obvious on guitarist and singer Sunny War. In a conversation with KNKX, she mentioned being drawn to blues greats like Skip James and Elizabeth Cotten, whose distinctive musical voices and complex guitar techniques informed her own. Learn more:

Dimitrious Jazz Alley (@jazzalley) and KNKX present The Jim Wilke Great Big Birthday Party on April 20, honoring the award-winning legendary broadcaster and jazz ambassador with live music and tributes. Hosted by Abe Beeson. Get your tickets! 🎫

The PNW is home to a number of talented women and femme saxophonists and Seattle-based Tobi Stone is a perfect example. Stone has appeared with Dave Brubeck and The Billy Tipton Memorial Saxophone Quartet, and was also the first female member of The Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra. Learn more:

Pierce County’s first-ever homeless shelter access hub recently secured funding to continue its services for at least two years. From our partners at Tacoma News Tribune.

CHEWELAH – For the past six months, Virginia Thomas has asked customers the same question: "What's your favorite cheese?" From our partners at Spokane Public Radio.

Seattle adopted a formal AI policy in 2023 — one of the first cities in the country to do so. Now, Mayor Katie Wilson is pausing the citywide rollout of Microsoft’s AI Copilot chatbot for city employees.

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The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest loans to Washingtonians who need help repairing their homes and businesses after major flooding in December. vist.ly/4vifp

Updates to Washington's state budget included cuts to childcare subsidies and a one-time pull from the state's rainy day fund.

The Pacific Fishery Management Council voted this month to loosen regulations on eight groundfish stocks in Washington and Oregon, after doing the same for 39 stocks last year.

At least 26 measles cases across four counties have been diagnosed this year — more than double the number of cases identified in 2025. The majority are in Snohomish County.

It's the KNKX Spring Fund Drive! We've spent almost a year working toward one goal: adding 5,000 news Sustaining Members so KNKX can thrive without federal funding. Can you help us cross the finish line? We'll end the drive as soon as we meet the goal, so don't wait. knkx.org/donate

Born and raised in Seattle, saxophone and flute player Jessica Lurie developed her diverse style during Seattle's grunge era with groups like Living Daylights Trio and the Billy Tipton Memorial Saxophone Quartet. Since, she's been busy leading her own complex, fun-filled groups. Check it out:

In fall 2024, University of Washington hired Grammy-nominated recording engineer, producer, and drummer Andrew Munsey to lead and build out a Music and Technology program, dedicated to providing students with experience in studio recording, mixing and producing. Learn more:

Joe Kent said he "cannot in good conscience" back the Iran war. In his resignation letter, he says Iran "posed no imminent threat to our nation." Kent ran twice for Congress in Southwest Washington, losing to Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez.

We are in for a wet, rainy week in Western Washington. 🌧️ 💧The NWS @nws.noaa.gov says rain and higher snow levels will increase the risk of flooding in rivers flowing off the central and northern Cascades. 💧The rivers are expected to run high through the week, and recede this weekend.

The Museum of Glass in Tacoma is undertaking a $25 million renovation. But first, it has to move a lot of expensive, extremely fragile glass.

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson, a self-described socialist, talked to KNKX about how she's approaching her priorities, from housing to budget cuts.

At a rally by the REI store in Seattle, unionized REI employees accused the Issaquah-based company of walking away from the table and bargaining in bad faith.

Democrats and Republicans argued over whether spending and taxing plans will make Washington more affordable. Lawmakers will have to wrangle with a forecast deficit next year.

The eleven members of Ballard Brass, a New Orleans-style student brass band from Ballard High School's music program, brightened a rainy Seattle afternoon with singing, dancing, and four fiery, funky and very fun tunes. Listen and learn more:

Federal immigration arrests soared across the Pacific Northwest last year, nearly reaching historic levels, according to new data released Wednesday by the University of Washington Center for Human Rights. From our partners at @opb.org

Advocates hope cities like Seattle will soon establish similar legal protections for people who are in polyamorous or other nontraditional relationship structures.