Casey Martin
@caseyworks.bsky.social
Reporter at KUOW | NPR Seattle | union shop steward | probably on a ferry | [email protected]
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January 31, 2026 at 11:36 PM
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NPR's Adrian Florido has been buying fruit from the same fruit-cart vendor in his LA neighborhood for years. On Tuesday, Florido was there when federal immigration agents whisked him away.
Reporter's Notebook: He was my fruit vendor for years. I saw immigration agents take him
NPR's Adrian Florido has been buying fruit from the same fruit-cart vendor in his LA neighborhood for years. On Tuesday, Florido was there when federal immigration agents whisked him away.
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January 31, 2026 at 2:05 PM
NPR's Adrian Florido has been buying fruit from the same fruit-cart vendor in his LA neighborhood for years. On Tuesday, Florido was there when federal immigration agents whisked him away.
The day after Alex Pretti was killed, bakers in Seattle launched an effort to raise money for the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project. | @kuow.org's Noel Gasca
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This Seattle baker is using his passion for pastries to help immigrants
Since immigrating to Seattle from Mexico 14 years ago, Carlos Leon says he's built a community from scratch — built on a shared love of baking.
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February 1, 2026 at 12:15 AM
The day after Alex Pretti was killed, bakers in Seattle launched an effort to raise money for the Northwest Immigrant Rights Project. | @kuow.org's Noel Gasca
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With small business closures and student walkouts, some in the Seattle-area participated in a national protest against ICE Friday, Jan. 30. Others opted to use the day to raise money in support of people in Minneapolis.
Seattle-area businesses, students join national general strike
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January 30, 2026 at 10:35 PM
With small business closures and student walkouts, some in the Seattle-area participated in a national protest against ICE Friday, Jan. 30. Others opted to use the day to raise money in support of people in Minneapolis.
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Four days before Christmas, Alejandra’s husband was detained by ICE on his way home with presents for his kids. Alejandra and her two children have been taken in by a Seattle nurse while they try to figure out what comes next.
A dad's ICE arrest and the Seattle nurse who took his family in
On a late afternoon, two kids are taking a little downtime after an especially long day at school. Their mom, Alejandra, snuggles on the couch with her 7-year-old son, reading a children’s book in Spa...
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January 30, 2026 at 4:53 PM
Four days before Christmas, Alejandra’s husband was detained by ICE on his way home with presents for his kids. Alejandra and her two children have been taken in by a Seattle nurse while they try to figure out what comes next.
Some great "rules of radio" from one of the best on the air, @rumblestrip.bsky.social
In audio, what we do is simple: we record & we share. It can feel small. But it isn’t. Sometimes, the act of documenting can turn the tide.
Erica Heilman from Rumble Strip knows a thing or two about telling stories about neighbors. Here’s her rules for how:
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Erica Heilman from Rumble Strip knows a thing or two about telling stories about neighbors. Here’s her rules for how:
transom.org/2026/my-rule...
My Rules of Radio
My Rules of Radio - Transom
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January 30, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Some great "rules of radio" from one of the best on the air, @rumblestrip.bsky.social
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The Washington state Senate has approved a bill that bans face-concealing masks for law enforcement officers, with certain exceptions. The bill now goes to the state House for consideration.
Washington state Senate passes mask ban to curb federal immigration enforcement tactics
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January 29, 2026 at 5:55 PM
The Washington state Senate has approved a bill that bans face-concealing masks for law enforcement officers, with certain exceptions. The bill now goes to the state House for consideration.
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Seattle Public Schools officials are taking steps to improve how the district responds to reports of immigration enforcement activity near schools.
'If you hear something, say something.' After ICE scare, Seattle Public Schools updates guidance
Seattle Public Schools officials are taking steps to improve how the district responds to reports of immigration enforcement activity near schools.
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January 29, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Seattle Public Schools officials are taking steps to improve how the district responds to reports of immigration enforcement activity near schools.
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In Quartzsite, Ariz., self-described nomads who live on the road converge on the Rubber Tramp Rendezvous. There, they fix each other's vehicles, swap practical tips and share resources. n.pr/49Lb12w
At the Rubber Tramp Rendezvous, nomads find community in the Arizona desert
In Quartzsite, Ariz., self-described nomads who live on the road converge on the Rubber Tramp Rendezvous. There, they fix each other's vehicles, swap practical tips and share resources.
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January 27, 2026 at 11:55 AM
In Quartzsite, Ariz., self-described nomads who live on the road converge on the Rubber Tramp Rendezvous. There, they fix each other's vehicles, swap practical tips and share resources. n.pr/49Lb12w
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Today is 19-cent burger day at the Queen Anne, Lake City and Crossroads Dick's Drive-In locations, to celebrate the chain's 72nd anniversary. Limit one per customer present.
19¢ Burger Days - Day 3 — Dick's Drive-In Restaurants
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January 28, 2026 at 8:58 PM
Today is 19-cent burger day at the Queen Anne, Lake City and Crossroads Dick's Drive-In locations, to celebrate the chain's 72nd anniversary. Limit one per customer present.
Rick Rizzs is holding a press conference now, a day after the voice of the Mariners announced 2026 will be his last season after 41 years calling baseball on the radio. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNVC...
Rick Rizzs News Conference
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January 28, 2026 at 6:37 PM
Rick Rizzs is holding a press conference now, a day after the voice of the Mariners announced 2026 will be his last season after 41 years calling baseball on the radio. www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNVC...
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The waters may have receded from last month’s widespread flooding, but the hard work of recovery is just beginning. Local farmers are cleaning up and replacing things that were swept off in the waters — starting with soil.
The dirt on dirt: Flood recovery starts from the ground up for Washington farmers
The waters may have receded from last month’s widespread flooding, but the hard work of recovery is just beginning. Local farmers are cleaning up and replacing things that were swept off in the waters...
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January 27, 2026 at 5:01 PM
The waters may have receded from last month’s widespread flooding, but the hard work of recovery is just beginning. Local farmers are cleaning up and replacing things that were swept off in the waters — starting with soil.
UW students holding anti-ICE rally, shutting down traffic on 15th Ave.
January 28, 2026 at 3:06 AM
UW students holding anti-ICE rally, shutting down traffic on 15th Ave.
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Volunteers say a memorial to Alex Pretti will stay up at Harborview Medical Center to give everyone there a chance to pay their respects to the nurse killed in Minneapolis.
Seattle hospital workers mourn Alex Pretti, nurse killed by Border Patrol in Minneapolis
Dozens of nurses and staff at Seattle's Harborview Medical Center held a vigil Monday evening for Alex Pretti, the 37-year-old man shot and killed in Minneapolis on Saturday during ongoing protests ag...
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January 27, 2026 at 4:27 PM
Volunteers say a memorial to Alex Pretti will stay up at Harborview Medical Center to give everyone there a chance to pay their respects to the nurse killed in Minneapolis.
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Rick Rizzs will retire after the 2026 season, the Mariners announced Tuesday.
Mariners Icon Rick Rizzs Announces Plan to Retire Following 2026 Season
Rizzs has spent 51 seasons calling professional baseball, 40 with the Mariners
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January 27, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Rick Rizzs will retire after the 2026 season, the Mariners announced Tuesday.
Happening now: nurses and staff at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle are holding a vigil for Alex Pretti. Some are out here in their scrubs. People have brought flowers and are writing notes to add to the candles.
January 27, 2026 at 12:14 AM
Happening now: nurses and staff at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle are holding a vigil for Alex Pretti. Some are out here in their scrubs. People have brought flowers and are writing notes to add to the candles.
Best way to get around Pioneer Square, especially on game days.
from The Everything App...Marshawn Lynch riding a bike to Lumen
January 25, 2026 at 11:41 PM
Best way to get around Pioneer Square, especially on game days.
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The new link light rail across Lake Washington on the I-90 bridge is slated to officially open to passengers March 28, finally connecting Seattle and the Eastside.
Sound Transit announces opening day for light rail connecting Seattle and Bellevue
The new link light rail across Lake Washington on the I-90 bridge is slated to officially open to passengers March 28, finally connecting Seattle and the Eastside.
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January 23, 2026 at 10:43 PM
The new link light rail across Lake Washington on the I-90 bridge is slated to officially open to passengers March 28, finally connecting Seattle and the Eastside.
Really exciting that trains will cross Lake Washington in 65 days. Couldn't have asked for a nicer day to announce the news, too.
MARCH 28
We're just seconds away from learning the date that the full 2 Line will finally cross Lake Washington with riders aboard.
January 23, 2026 at 8:17 PM
Really exciting that trains will cross Lake Washington in 65 days. Couldn't have asked for a nicer day to announce the news, too.
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“We do know that there's millions of dollars of private property damage within the county,” said Lucia Schmit, director of Snohomish County’s Department of Emergency Management.
Washington seeks millions in FEMA aid to help rebuild after record flooding
Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson is requesting $21.3 million from the federal government for disaster relief after December’s record river flooding. The money would help people in counties and tribal nati...
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January 23, 2026 at 6:32 PM
“We do know that there's millions of dollars of private property damage within the county,” said Lucia Schmit, director of Snohomish County’s Department of Emergency Management.
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Say hello to a truly connected region on March 28! The Crosslake Connection is opening two new stations and a world of new possibilities for the Eastside, Seattle and beyond. 🚊✨
Explore this highly anticipated new connection and get ready to ride! 🎉
www.soundtransit.org/crosslake
Explore this highly anticipated new connection and get ready to ride! 🎉
www.soundtransit.org/crosslake
Crosslake Connection | Sound Transit
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January 23, 2026 at 6:35 PM
Say hello to a truly connected region on March 28! The Crosslake Connection is opening two new stations and a world of new possibilities for the Eastside, Seattle and beyond. 🚊✨
Explore this highly anticipated new connection and get ready to ride! 🎉
www.soundtransit.org/crosslake
Explore this highly anticipated new connection and get ready to ride! 🎉
www.soundtransit.org/crosslake
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On Jan. 24, Butts and her community will come together again to celebrate the branch's 50th anniversary. This celebration is a bit delayed, though; Broadview residents waited years more than they expected to get this community resource built.
It took a community to get this Seattle library built. Now it's celebrating 50 years of service
The Seattle Public Library's Broadview Branch should've been able to celebrate its 50th anniversary back in 2017, or thereabouts. After all, the City of Seattle bought the land to build it on back in ...
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January 22, 2026 at 12:54 AM
On Jan. 24, Butts and her community will come together again to celebrate the branch's 50th anniversary. This celebration is a bit delayed, though; Broadview residents waited years more than they expected to get this community resource built.
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Seattle Children's Theater is withdrawing from an upcoming two-week run of shows at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington D.C.
Seattle Children's Theater will not proceed with upcoming shows at The Kennedy Center
Seattle Children's Theater is withdrawing from an upcoming two-week run of shows at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington D.C.
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January 20, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Seattle Children's Theater is withdrawing from an upcoming two-week run of shows at the John F. Kennedy Center for Performing Arts in Washington D.C.
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In act of ICE resistance, Seattleites make hundreds of ‘whistle kits’
In act of ICE resistance, Seattleites make hundreds of ‘whistle kits’
About three dozen people gathered at Rainier Beach’s public library Sunday afternoon to assemble “whistle kits" to alert people to the presence of ICE.
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January 19, 2026 at 2:30 PM
In act of ICE resistance, Seattleites make hundreds of ‘whistle kits’
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In 1928, Uwajimaya founders Fujimatsu and Sadako Moriguchi opened their first Japanese grocery store in Tacoma. Now, the company their granddaughter runs is returning to the city where Uwajimaya got its start. Plans are in the works to open a new Tacoma store in 2027.
After 100 years, a Northwest symbol of Japanese culture returns to Tacoma
In 1928, Uwajimaya founders Fujimatsu and Sadako Moriguchi opened their first Japanese grocery store in Tacoma. Now, the company their granddaughter runs is returning to the city where Uwajimaya got i...
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January 15, 2026 at 7:45 PM
In 1928, Uwajimaya founders Fujimatsu and Sadako Moriguchi opened their first Japanese grocery store in Tacoma. Now, the company their granddaughter runs is returning to the city where Uwajimaya got its start. Plans are in the works to open a new Tacoma store in 2027.