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  • Prediction Markets from September 23, 2026

    Prediction Markets from September 23, 2026
    2026/09/23
    Washington is taking on prediction-market operator Kalshi. State regulators say the event contracts offered on the platform clash with state gambling restrictions, but the company argues it's a federally regulated financial exchange. Federal appeals courts have taken conflicting positions on the issue in different circuits. Washington Attorney General Nick Brown weighs on the legal battles playing out here and across the country.
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    26 分
  • DUI Blood Test Evidence Backlog from September 16, 2026

    DUI Blood Test Evidence Backlog from September 16, 2026
    2026/09/16
    The Washington State Patrol is pushing to work through a severe backlog of drug and alcohol blood test evidence at state toxicology labs that could jeopardize DUI prosecutions in Washington. Assistant Division Commander Brian Capron joins us to discuss the backlog and the path forward.
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    26 分
  • State Auditor Special Investigations from September 6, 2026

    State Auditor Special Investigations from September 6, 2026
    2026/09/16
    State audits highlight alleged misuse of public funding that nearly drained one small town's bank account. From municipal cash withdrawals to missing equipment -- how can improper personal use of public resources sometimes go unnoticed for years? Brandi Pritchard, director of the new Special Investigations Division of the Washington State Auditor’s Office, breaks down recent cases of alleged fraud, the oversight gaps that make them possible, and the mindset involved in crossing the line.
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    26 分
  • Traffic Safety Laws from June 24, 2026

    Traffic Safety Laws from June 24, 2026
    2026/06/24
    State lawmakers have taken a harder line on highway safety following a spike in roadway fatalities a few years ago. New laws target serial speeders and allow increased surveillance in high-intensity crash zones. Lawmakers also debated lowering the legal blood-alcohol limit to .05%.Shelly Baldwin, director of the Washington Traffic Safety Commission, joins The Impact to talk about policy changes and bills to watch in the future.
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    26 分
  • Clash of State and Local Law from June 17, 2026

    Clash of State and Local Law from June 17, 2026
    2026/06/17
    What will new state laws mean in your city? Director of government relations for the Association of Washington Cities, Candice Bock, joins us to weigh in on notable changes in 2026. Later we'll highlight a new podcast series exploring some of the most interesting features of Washington history.

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    26 分
  • From Office Space to Housing from June 10, 2026

    From Office Space to Housing from June 10, 2026
    2026/06/10
    A comprehensive look at two very different real estate market dynamics impacting Washington: a surplus of vacant office space available and an ongoing shortage of housing stock. Featuring Q&A with real estate economist Matthew Gardner.
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    26 分
  • The Impact - 2026 Hot Topics in State Government

    The Impact - 2026 Hot Topics in State Government
    2026/06/03
    A post-session, pre-primary look at some of the hottest topics in state government. Features panel interview with Sarah Mizes-Tan from KUOW/KNKX and Jerry Cornfield from the Washington State Standard.
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    26 分
  • 2026 Election Outlook from May 27, 2026

    2026 Election Outlook from May 27, 2026
    2026/05/27
    The entire Washington state House and roughly half of the state Senate will be on the ballot this fall, along with five of nine Washington Supreme Court positions, and all ten Congressional seats. We'll highlight battleground districts and competitive races drawing big money this year, as well as the state implications of a national redistricting debate. Panelists: WA Democrats Communications Director Stephen Reed and Washington State GOP Chair Jim Walsh.
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    26 分