This week…

Autonomous vehicles are making their way to Seattle… But they have to have people in the drivers’ seat for a while.

Speaking of cars, the number of cars in Seattle has plateaued in recent years.

And a tale of two memberships… Costco is opening its doors an hour early for its highest tier of members.

South Seattle Emerald Founder Marcus Harrison Green and Science Journalist Jane C. Hu are here to break down the week.

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WA's top health official issues order that anyone can get a Covid vaccine, tariffs will cost jobs and raise prices in WA according to new report, and undercover cops will attend Seahawks games, dressed as opposing fans.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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**Story update: The Seattle Times reports that late on Wednesday several Washington insurers committed to continuing to cover the new COVID vaccine despite federal changes.**

West Coast states are teaming up to issue their own vaccine guidelines in the face of rapid changes at the CDC and FDA  

The federal turmoil has some people wondering what this means for their seasonal shots.

UW’s Dr. Helen Chu is here to clarify what you need to know about vaccines, illnesses, and insurance coverage this year.

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WA forms West Coast alliance to protect vaccine access, Seattle Police released from federal oversight, and Waymo's robotaxis are coming to Seattle.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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The Neptune Theatre in the U-District is usually a place for touring musicians.

Now a new grant from local arts organizations is opening the door to local music - by hosting a Seattle band on stage at the 1,000-person venue for a live recorded show. 

Grant winner RUB is here to talk about their music, and this opportunity. 

Learn more about the Live at the Neptune grant here.

Learn more about RUB here.

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Seattle sues gun manufacturer Glock, Amazon to crack down on sharing Prime memberships, and leashed dogs are now allowed in passenger areas on ferries.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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A new audit is putting the spotlight on King County's Department of Community and Human Services, whose actions allowed potential fraud and numerous improper payments to contractors. The report by county auditors found a massive lack of oversight. KUOW’s Ann Dornfeld has been reporting on this story, and the fallout.

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This Labor Day, Seattle Now is bringing you a bonus episode from KUOW's food podcast Seattle Eats.

On this episode, Tan Vinh reflects on the best bites and slurps of the summer with Rachel Belle.

While Labor Day may feel like the end of summer, it’s not over yet.

Tan and Rachel also have some places you should try before fall weather rolls in.

Read more of Tan’s reporting on what to try before summer ends: new Seattle restaurants to try before summer ends 

And find everything Rachel Belle is cookin’ up and talking about here: https://www.hellorachelbelle.com/ 

Recommendations in this episode:

• Brimmer and Heeltap
• Pie School by Kate Lebo
• La Marea
• Radio Whiskey
• Carnal

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Today, we’re bringing you the best from the KUOW Newsroom…

Federal Medicaid cuts are causing anxiety for a Bellevue family whose son has a disability.

Local governments in Washington are using ChatGPT to do a lot. You can find it in social media posts, speeches, and even policy.

And Washington’s beloved reptile zoo is closing this October. Families are rushing to say a final goodbye or a first hello to the favorite cold bloodied friends.

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An update on the firefighters arrested at the Bear Gulch fire yesterday, a forecast of the future of lightning in the region, and some suggestions for some local long weekend fun.

It’s our daily roundup of top stories from the KUOW newsroom, with host Paige Browning.

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