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This Week on PubliCola: February 21, 2026
Mayor Wilson walks back opposition to surveillance cameras, Councilmember Lin wants to repeal stadium district housing law, state commission deals a…
Feb 21
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Mayor Katie Wilson: "If We Turned Off the Cameras, It Would Become More Difficult to Solve Many Crimes"
This one's a must-listen.
Feb 21
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Proposal from Councilmember Lin Would Repeal Law Allowing Apartments Near Stadiums
Last year, a state hearings board ruled that the law was invalid. The city could appeal or attempt a fix, but there appears to be little appetite for…
Feb 19
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Erica C Barnett
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Seattle Nice Interviews Progressive Legislator-Turned-Chamber Leader Joe Nguyen
Listen to a preview of our latest episode.
Feb 18
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Erica C Barnett
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In State of the City, Wilson Punts on Key Issues—Including Sweeps and Police Surveillance
The new mayor reiterated some campaign promises, including 1,000 new shelter beds this year, but offered few new specifics.
Feb 18
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Erica C Barnett
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State Ruling Represents a Blow to Public Defense; Settlement In SPD Killing of 23-Year-Old Will Cost Taxpayers Millions
Today's Afternoon Fizz.
Feb 18
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Erica C Barnett
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This Week on PubliCola: February 14, 2026
Nine stories from PubliCola you may have missed this week.
Feb 14
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Erica C Barnett
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Homelessness Authority Rescinds Tiny House Village Grant, Gives Money to Salvation Army Instead
LIHI worked to secure the funds in Seattle's budget. KCRHA said the nonprofit took too long to secure a site.
Feb 14
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Erica C Barnett
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