'Seattle News Weekly': Light rail, pricey living, push for the Sonics
'Seattle News Weekly S1E32': WA fifth most expensive state, Seattle and Bellevue linked
On this episode of the Seattle News Weekly podcast, FOX 13 Seattle Anchors Bill Wixey and Matthew Smith talk about the first hurdle being cleared for a possible return of the Seattle SuperSonics, after the NBA Board of Governors voted to explore expansion to Seattle and Las Vegas. They also discuss a new report that found Washington is the fifth most expensive place in the U.S. Lastly, they talk about the new Crosslake Connection light rail connecting Seattle to Bellevue across Lake Washington.
SEATTLE - From buzz around the potential return of the Seattle Sonics, to the rising cost of living in Washington and the expansion of the light rail across Lake Washington, this week's biggest headlines raised lots of questions and piqued a lot of curiosity.
On this episode of the "Seattle News Weekly" podcast, FOX 13 Seattle Anchors Bill Wixey and Matthew Smith dive into these topics.
Keep reading to learn what was discussed and how you can listen.
What they're saying:
The episode opens with the NBA's potential return to Seattle.
The hosts discuss this week's unanimous vote by the NBA Board of Governors to explore expansion.
While not a final guarantee, the tone from Commissioner Adam Silver suggests Seattle is a frontrunner, largely due to its tech-driven economy and the existing infrastructure of Climate Pledge Arena.
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The conversation then shifts to a recent study that ranked Washington as the fifth most expensive state in the country.
The hosts note that prices for basic essentials, like housing and groceries, are rising faster in Washington than in other states like California. The hosts also note a significant net loss of residents who are fleeing the state for more affordable regions.
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The episode concludes with the launch of the Two Line light rail service, which finally connects Seattle and the Eastside over Lake Washington.
The hosts highlight the potential for reduced traffic congestion and discuss the Bellevue police's Blu Unit dedicated to station security.
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Seattle News Weekly is a podcast that goes in depth and gives context to the stories that matter to the western Washington community. Check back every Thursday for a new episode on your favorite podcast platform, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Pandora, Stitcher, Amazon Music, TuneIn and Audible or YouTube.
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The Source: Information in this story came from original FOX 13 reporting.