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Four local changemakers reflect on the city’s complicated self-image in a conversation with Cascade PBS’ Northwest Reports podcast. 

Everyone agrees hearing protection at live-music venues is important, but does that mean the government should get involved? 

After decades of debate, local leaders hope revitalized public spaces and a restriction on non-essential vehicles will make the Market more connected.

The rally was one of more than 1,200 “Hands Off!” protests held globally, pushing back against policies like mass deportations and federal funding cuts.

Though the cost of living remains above the $20-plus pay floor, activists say raising wages has been a success and are pushing other cities to follow suit.

The longtime Secretary of State helped resettle refugees, supported environmental legislation and was a founding member of the state’s Heritage Caucus.

The new law took effect last month, but Measure 1, if passed, would reduce exceptions for smaller businesses and carveouts for tips and benefits.

Shemona Moreno nominated herself with support from unionized employees. She and the retail company dispute whether she missed a crucial deadline.

After a statewide tenants’ bill failed in the Legislature, cities from Olympia to Spokane extended notice periods and implemented relocation assistance.

From housing struggles to public transit and climate change, politicians under 30 aim to be the change they weren’t seeing in local governments.