Hanna Scott
Hanna Scott is a KIRO Radio reporter heard on most shows across the station. You might see Hanna on the streets of Seattle covering May Day or in Olympia monitoring the actions of the Legislature. Email Hanna at [email protected] or find her on twitter @HannaKIROFM.
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Gov. Inslee commutes over a dozen drug sentences after state court decision
Inslee signed commutations for 13 people serving sentences for simple drug possession, after a shocking high court decision last month.Comments -
New rules for use of force, investigations round out week on police accountability bills
The Washington Legislature is nearing the passage of a group of police reform bills lawmakers say are essential to ensuring accountability. -
Unlikely alliance hopes to force Seattle to take compassionate action on homelessness
An unlikely coalition is proposing a charter amendment that would require Seattle to stand up shelter space before sweeping homeless camps. -
No car tab relief in Washington but workgroup will tackle challenges
The state Senate’s proposed transportation budget set aside money for a workgroup to look at the possibility of a payment plan program for car tabs. -
Community pushes to build memorial to remember those lost in Oso slide
Those who survived the Oso slide and lost loved ones are themselves family now. Together, they are working to erect a permanent memorial at the site. -
House Democrats release $58 billion two-year budget proposal
House Democrats release a $58 billion dollar two-year budget proposal that focuses on those hit hardest by the pandemic. -
Senate Democrats unveil historic $59B two-year budget proposal
Senate Democrats are taking a $7 billion economic helping hand from the federal government, and looking to make history with their proposed state budget. -
Families, community gather Monday to remember victims of Oso mudslide
On the seventh anniversary of the tragic Oso mudslide, families of the victims will gather yet again to honor the memories of their lost loved ones. -
Heart, soul, purpose: How passion for community lifted local kid to the top in year of chaos
Omari Salisbury, founder of Converge Media, wanted to do more for his community when COVID hit, so he started streams and a show to keep people informed. -
WA high court says no automatic life without parole for 18-20 year-olds
In a 5-4 decision, justices in the state Supreme Court say the court must first consider the age of those under 21 before sentencing to life without parole. -
Washington state to move to Phase 3, reopening of sports under new metrics
Governor Inslee announced the much-anticipated Phase 3 of the Healthy Washington Plan on Thursday, which allows the state to reopen more of the economy. -
As council eyes $5.4 million in further police cuts, SPD and mayor warn of dire impact
SPD and the mayor's office spoke to city council Tuesday, warning of significant impacts should a new $5.4 million police budget cut get passed. -
‘Worst of both worlds’: No easy fix for WA Supreme Court decision legalizing drug possession
Washington lawmakers, police departments, and everyone in between are scrambling for solutions after a court decision legalized drug possession. -
Weekend vote expected in state Senate on controversial capital gains tax proposal
Washington state senators will vote over the weekend on a capital gains tax proposal, setting up a heated fight between Democrats and the GOP. -
Renewed push to crack down on repeat DUI offenders in Olympia
Republican Senator Mike Padden is pushing for SB 5054, which would extend what is known as the look back period to 15 years for repeat DUI offenders.
