Northwest Now RSS feed for KBTC programming.http://video.kbtc.orgen-ushttp://video.kbtc.orgTue, 21 May 2013 13:39:07 -0400Tue, 21 May 2013 13:39:07 -0400http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998838/If you're a fan of Antiques Roadshow here on KBTC, your attitude about old photos, documents and objects has probably got you thinking less about a trip to the dump, and more about a trip to the appraiser! Learn about the push to digitize historical records and artifacts and the challenges associated with managing the time consuming task.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998838/04/18/2013The continuing discussion about saving history in Washington State.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyHistoryHistoryParentsParentsCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998835/If you're a fan of Antiques Roadshow here on KBTC, your attitude about old photos, documents and objects has probably got you thinking less about a trip to the dump, and more about a trip to the appraiser! Learn about the push to digitize historical records and artifacts and the challenges associated with managing the time consuming task.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998835/04/18/2013A discussion about saving history in Washington State.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentParentsParentsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998809/A recent study by the Washington Roundtable reports that there are tens of thousands of open, but unfilled jobs here in Washington state. Employers desperately want to hire. We discuss the efforts being made to develop people ready for the modern workforce by institutions like Bates Technical College and public/private workforce development entities like Workforce Central and NFIB.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998809/04/18/2013A discussion about the so-called 'skills-gap' and workforce training.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHome & How-ToHome & How-ToPersonal FinancePersonal FinanceNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsSocial IssuesSocial IssuesEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998826/A recent study by the Washington Roundtable reports that there are tens of thousands of open, but unfilled jobs here in Washington state. Employers desperately want to hire. We discuss the efforts being made to develop people ready for the modern workforce by institutions like Bates Technical College and public/private workforce development entities like Workforce Central and NFIB.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998826/04/18/2013The continuing discussion about the so-called 'skills-gap' and workforce training.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2364989673/Members of the Washington Coalition for Open Government talk about their efforts to protect citizen's rights to examine the records generated by all levels of government. Washington has one of the strongest open records in the nation, but since the act was passed, more than 500 exceptions have crept into the law with many groups pushing for more. What can be done to protect your right to know?http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364989673/04/02/2013A discussion about Public Records in Washington State.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGovernmentGovernmentMediaMediaOpinionOpinionSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2364989646/We talk with 8th District Congressman Dave Reichert who is just back from Washington, D.C. for the spring break. Reichert talks about the threat from North Korea, the new Trans-Pacific trade agreement, marketing Washington products overseas and tax and fiscal policy here at home. The Congressman also discusses his views on gun control legislation and the completion of SR 167 here in Pierce County.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364989646/04/02/2013A discussion with Congressman Dave Reichert.tv-gNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsGovernmentGovernmentNational SecurityNational SecuritySocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2364989656/After the time is up, sometimes the conversation continues. This is the continuing discussion with Congressman Dave Reichert.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364989656/04/02/2013The continuing discussion with Congressman Dave Reichert.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEnvironmentEnvironmentGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsNational SecurityNational SecuritySocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998131/Members of the Washington Coalition for Open Government talk about their efforts to protect citizen's rights to examine the records generated by all levels of government. Washington has one of the strongest open records in the nation, but since the act was passed, more than 500 exceptions have crept into the law with many groups pushing for more. What can be done to protect your right to know?http://video.kbtc.org/video/2364998131/04/17/2013The continuing discussion about Public Records in Washington State.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentNational SecurityNational SecuritySocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2363276580/A study estimates the University of Washington Tacoma brings nearly $200-million in economic activity to the South Puget Sound. We take a look at the impact the school has on the region, and meet the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. Cedric Howard discusses the story of how avoided violence and gangs to become a mentor, and the primary resource for the encouragement of student success at UWT.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2363276580/03/28/2013A discussion with UWT's Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, Cedric Howard.tv-gCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2331028225/Northwest film maker Robert Chrestensen has released his third feature-length film, Out of the Mist - Olympic Wilderness Stories. The film tells the story of the Olympic Wilderness through four people who love the area and appreciate the natural treasure the area represents. We talk about his vision for the film, the challenges associated with making it, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2331028225/01/31/2013Film maker Robert Chrestensen has released his third feature-length film, Out of the Mist.eCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesTravelTravelHistoryHistoryNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentScience & NatureScience & NatureEnvironmentEnvironmentCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2337670796/In this episode of Northwest Now, host Tom Layson sits down for an extended conversation with sixth district freshman Congressman Derek Kilmer. Topics will include cuts to the defense department, the national debt and the new congressman's impression of the political climate in Washington, D.C.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2337670796/02/22/2013The continuing discussion with newly-elected Congressman Derek Kilmer.eCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2335416647/In this episode of Northwest Now, host Tom Layson sits down for an extended conversation with sixth district freshman Congressman Derek Kilmer. Topics will include cuts to the defense department, the national debt and the new congressman's impression of the political climate in Washington, D.C.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2335416647/02/15/2013A discussion with newly-elected Congressman Derek Kilmer.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2334619198/Experts on the discussion panel include the state's nutritional programs supervisor, a pediatrician and a specialist who looks at the social issues surrounding children's health. We'll travel to a local playground to speak with concerned parents and a local pediatric exercise specialist.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2334619198/02/13/2013Northwest Now discusses the general health of today's children.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHealthHealthFitness & NutritionFitness & NutritionParentsParentsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2335247019/Experts on the discussion panel include the state's nutritional programs supervisor, a pediatrician and a specialist who looks at the social issues surrounding children's health. We'll travel to a local playground to speak with concerned parents and a local pediatric exercise specialist.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2335247019/02/14/2013A continued discussion about the general health of today's children.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHealthHealthFitness & NutritionFitness & NutritionParentsParentsHealthy KidsHealthy KidsCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2330352440/Northwest film maker Robert Chrestensen has released his third feature-length film, Out of the Mist - Olympic Wilderness Stories. The film tells the story of the Olympic Wilderness through four people who love the area and appreciate the natural treasure the area represents. We talk about his vision for the film, the challenges associated with making it, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2330352440/01/29/2013Film maker Robert Chrestensen has released his third feature-length film, Out of the Mist.eCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesTravelTravelHistoryHistoryNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentScience & NatureScience & NatureEnvironmentEnvironmentEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2328274771/In this edition of Northwest Now, we learn more about the air pollution problem in Pierce County and the role wood burning stoves play in it. A more robust education and enforcement campaign is underway because federal transportation dollar are at risk if the Tacoma/Pierce County "non-attainment zone" isn't brought into compliance with federal clean air standards in the next year.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2328274771/01/23/2013A discussion about burn bans and clean air standards in Western Washington.eCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesLifestyleLifestyleNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentHealthHealthSocial IssuesSocial IssuesTechnologyTechnologyHealthHealthEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2331026620/In this edition of Northwest Now, we learn more about the air pollution problem in Pierce County and the role wood burning stoves play in it. A more robust education and enforcement campaign is underway because federal transportation dollar are at risk if the Tacoma/Pierce County "non-attainment zone" isn't brought into compliance with federal clean air standards in the next year.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2331026620/01/31/2013An extended discussion about burn bans and clean air standards in Western Washington.eCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHealthHealthLifestyleLifestyleNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesScience & NatureScience & NatureEnvironmentEnvironmentCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2328718904/Voters in the Tacoma Public School district will be voting on a massive $500-million bond issue to rebuild or renovate all but six of the schools in the district. It is a huge commitment for homeowners who are still struggling from the effects of the recession. But deferred maintenance has a cost too, and interest rates are at historic lows. Panelists for and against the measure speak their minds.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2328718904/01/24/2013A continuing discussion about the $500-million bond issue in Tacoma.tv-gCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationParentsParentsEducationEducationCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2328273123/Voters in the Tacoma Public School district will be voting on a massive $500-million bond issue to rebuild or renovate all but six of the schools in the district. It is a huge commitment for homeowners who are still struggling from the effects of the recession. But deferred maintenance has a cost too, and interest rates are at historic lows. Panelists for and against the measure speak their minds.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2328273123/01/23/2013A discussion about the $500-million bond issue in Tacoma.eCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEducationEducationSocial IssuesSocial IssuesParentsParentsEducationEducationEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2327105128/The discussion continued about gun control, our schools, and the safety of children.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2327105128/01/18/2013The discussion continued about gun control, our schools, and the safety of children.tv-pgCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthParentsParentsEducationEducationCliphttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2324212795/On this edition of Northwest Now we discuss a wide range of topics in the wake of the mass shooting tragedy at Sandy Hook Elementary in Newtown, Connecticut. We'll hear from advocates on both sides of the gun control issue, law enforcement and the head of security at Tacoma Public Schools.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2324212795/01/09/2013A discussion about both sides of the gun control issue, law enforcement and the schools.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthMediaMediaSocial IssuesSocial IssuesParentsParentsEducationEducationIssues & AdviceIssues & AdviceEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2324212260/Vicci Martinez has been a local Northwest singing sensation for several years, but with her success on national television performing in season one of NBC's The Voice, her career has hit a new gear. The Stadium High School Graduate sits down with Northwest Now host Tom Layson to talk about her music and making it in the music industry in today's digital world.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2324212260/01/09/2013A discussion with Vicci Martinez about growing up in Tacoma and her rising music career.nrArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentBiography & ProfilesBiography & ProfilesMusicMusicCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2319989895/Sometimes a quick headline is enough. Usually it’s not. Northwest Now is KBTC's weekly public affairs show. But it's more than just studio discussions - our cameras go into the community to add a visual dimension to the topics under consideration.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2319989895/12/21/2012Tune in to Northwest Now, Thursdays at 10pm on KBTC.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsPromotionhttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2307593874/Want to represent a state that just legalized marijuana in opposition to federal law? How about staring down the fiscal cliff trying to satisfy some of the state's poorest and richest constituents in one district? That's Congressman Adam Smith's job - and he's our guest this week on Northwest Now.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2307593874/11/21/2012A discussion with Congressman Adam Smith about the upcoming congressional session.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEnvironmentEnvironmentGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthNational SecurityNational SecuritySocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2305138673/With more than one million students dropping out of high school across the United States, addressing the dropout problem is an important priority for public television. KBTC was selected as a participant in the American Graduate program that asks stations to convene community resources and publicize anti-dropout efforts. This program outlines the issues and provides a pathway for getting involved.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2305138673/11/15/2012Northwest Now discusses the American Graduate ProgramnrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationSocial IssuesSocial IssuesParentsParentsEducationEducationIssues & AdviceIssues & AdviceEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2302190004/The South Sound has come a long way in the past couple of decades, but there is a long road ahead when it comes to economic development and employment. Tom Layson talks with several leaders working on economic development in Tacoma and Pierce County.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2302190004/11/08/2012Northwest Now discusses economic development in Tacoma-Pierce County.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2299259424/Voters in Washington state will decide whether to allow students to receive their educations at public charter schools. Forty one other states make provisions for charter schools including Oregon. Northwest Now producer, host and reporter Tom Layson traveled to Portland to visit a charter school, and leads the in-studio discussion between advocates on both sides of Initiative 1240.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2299259424/11/01/2012Voters in Washington state will decide whether to allow public charter schools.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentOpinionOpinionPoliticsPoliticsParentsParentsEducationEducationEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2293555176/Pierce County Transit is seeking a sales tax increase to restore cuts to service it says are necessitated by the economic downturn. Northwest Now will hear from both sides of the issue in an effort to help Pierce County voters learn more about Pierce Transit and what the implications of the measure's passage or failure will be.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2293555176/10/18/2012Pierce County Transit is seeking a sales tax increase to restore cuts to service it says atv-gNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2286958794/In this Decision 2012 edition of Northwest Now Tom Layson sits down with Washington's Republican candidate for governor, Rob McKenna. In this extended discussion, McKenna talks about his positions on the budget, health care, and economic development.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2286958794/10/04/2012Tom Layson sits down with Washington's Republican candidate for governor, Rob McKenna.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2286954991/Tom Layson sits down with Washington's Democratic candidate for governor, Jay Inslee. In this extended discussion, Inslee talks about his positions on the budget, health care, and economic development.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2286954991/10/04/2012Tom Layson sits down with Washington's Democratic candidate for governor, Jay Inslee.tv-gCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2284580880/Pierce County Councilman Dick Muri squares off against long time Olympia insider Denny Heck for the chance to represent residents of Washington's new 10th Congressional District which runs from Shelton to Sumner. Northwest Now brings us the perspective of both candidates on the issues that matter most to Washington voters who will be voting to send a new representative to Congress.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2284580880/09/27/2012A discussion with the candidates for the newly-created 10th Congressional District.tv-gNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2281448192/Attacking several problems at once, a unique partnership between community-based organizations is trying to address homelessness while improving children's academic performance. Lead by the Tacoma Housing Authority, the multi-faceted coalition is writing grants, building programs, delivering services and providing guidance to a group of about fifty families in Tacoma's Hilltop neighborhood.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2281448192/09/19/2012A look at a unique partnership that is addressing academic performance and homelessness.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationSocial IssuesSocial IssuesEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2234579510/An old killer, whooping cough, is epidemic in Washington State as of 2012. We'll ask why this disease is back, but most importantly, learn more about how parents should vaccinate their children, what kind of resources are available, what the options are if a child has contracted whooping cough, and what other diseases are trying to make a comeback in the public health arena.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2234579510/05/14/2012A discussion about Washington's Whooping Cough epidemictv-pgHealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsHealthHealthParentsParentsChild DevelopmentChild DevelopmentEducationEducationHealthy KidsHealthy KidsIssues & AdviceIssues & AdviceEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2231821379/Western Washington is a maritime industry powerhouse - and industry insiders say billions of dollars in additional ship building work could be coming this way when the fleet starts replacing older boats. But there are concerns about Seattle's two industrial areas north and south of the downtown area and how they will be affected.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2231821379/05/07/2012A discussion about ship building and industrial concerns in Seattle's SODO District.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyScience & NatureScience & NatureEnvironmentEnvironmentTechnologyTechnologyEnergy & EnvironmentEnergy & EnvironmentTransportation & InfrastructureTransportation & InfrastructureEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2228922788/A look at the real estate market here in Western Washington, and the newly formed flood control district in Pierce County. Thousands of people have lost their homes in the brutal economic downturn, or owe more than their home is worth. We'll get a fresh look at our local market. Also, homeowners are being asked to pay for a new flood protection program in Pierce County.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2228922788/04/30/2012A discussion about the housing market and the Pierce County Flood district.tv-pgCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesScience & NatureScience & NatureEnvironmentEnvironmentWeather & Natural DisastersWeather & Natural DisastersEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2225995999/Are traditional resumes of any use these days? How important is your social media presence? Is there any hope for people who don't graduate from high school, or fall short of college degrees? We'll discuss the issue of employment in the 21st century with UWT economics professor Katie Baird and Greythorn placement specialist Nate Ollestad in studio.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2225995999/04/24/2012A discussion about the latest employment trends.tv-pgCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomySocial IssuesSocial IssuesTechnologyTechnologyCommunications & MediaCommunications & MediaEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2224183512/We'll examine policy questions with Pierce County prosecutor Mark Lindquist and Washington Cease Fire president Ralph Fascitelli. Northwest Now is also providing some practical steps you can take to keep your firearms safe, or to pass-on to those who might not be aware of them.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2224183512/04/18/2012A discussion about gun control, safety, and gun policy.tv-pgEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2221147733/Discussion of the legalization of marijuana in Washington Statehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2221147733/04/10/2012Discussion of the legalization of marijuana in Washington Statetv-pgHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentPoliticsPoliticsScience & NatureScience & NatureEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2239409770/Public attention often turns to the problem of hunger during the holiday season, but huger knows no season. We travels to Cowlitz and Lewis counties to hear form local food banks and get more information in studio from Northwest Harvest Executive Director Shelley Rotondo, Emergency Food Network Executive Director Helen McGovern and Communities in Schools Tacoma Program Manager Terry LeRud.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2239409770/05/25/2012A discussion about the problem of hunger and the efforts of local resources.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesFoodFoodHealthHealthFitness & NutritionFitness & NutritionNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsHealthHealthSocial IssuesSocial IssuesParentsParentsHealthy KidsHealthy KidsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2237444923/The growth reflected in the data from the last census means Washington State gets another seat in Congress. While the conventional wisdom is that a Democrat will be a shoe-in in the new 10th district... others aren't quite so sure. We'll take a look at the district, and talk about the new political climate in DC with several of our region's political insiders.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2237444923/05/21/2012A discussion about the new 10th Legislative District in Washington State.tv-gCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/2218346887/In this edition of Northwest Now, Tom Layson takes on the gay marriage debate speaking with stakeholders on both sides in advance of the two ballot issues likely to dominate the November 2012 election cycle. Northwest Now also takes a look at the controversial Hide/Seek portrait exhibition at the Tacoma Art Museum.http://video.kbtc.org/video/2218346887/04/02/2012A discussion about the Gay Marriage debate.tv-pgCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityGender & Sexual IdentityGender & Sexual IdentityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesReligion & BeliefsReligion & BeliefsHealthHealthNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBiography & ProfilesBiography & ProfilesGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthOpinionOpinionReligion & BeliefsReligion & BeliefsSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1739220455/The Department of Corrections is responsible for more than 16,000 inmates in 15 prisons in the state of Washington, 97 percent of which will return to the community at some point. We're exploring a unique partnership between the Washington State Department of Corrections and Evergreen State College, known as the Sustainable Prisons Project on this edition of Northwest Now.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1739220455/01/12/2011A discussion about the Sustainable Prisons Project in Washington State.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesScience & NatureScience & NatureBiology & ChemistryBiology & ChemistryEnvironmentEnvironmentEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1694679091/Americans spent $25.3 billion on video games and online devices last year, despite being in an economic recession. Would we spend that amount of money if all that these devices offered was fun, or is it something more than that? Are video games and the internet addictive? And what are they costing us in terms of personal relationships, social skills, and unrealized potential?http://video.kbtc.org/video/1694679091/12/13/2010Exploring video game and Internet addiction on this edition of Northwest Now.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyMedia & TechnologyMedia & TechnologyHealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyHealthHealthSocial IssuesSocial IssuesScience & NatureScience & NaturePsychology & The MindPsychology & The MindTechnologyTechnologyCommunications & MediaCommunications & MediaEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1640874629/Iraq war Veteran Rick Lawson has found unique way of share his experiences of war, through art. And now he has created a space for other veterans to do the same. How is art helping veterans to communicate their experiences of war? and how is the public connecting to this unusual art project.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1640874629/04/30/2012A discussion about how art is helping veterans to communicate their experiences of war.nrHealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesHistoryHistoryWar & ConflictWar & ConflictNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBiography & ProfilesBiography & ProfilesNational SecurityNational SecurityEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1626638757/Washington leads the nation in breast cancer diagnosis. There are many theories behind why we have higher incidences of breast cancer compared to the rest of the nation. Do we really know about the underlying causes of breast cancer? Are there reliable preventative measures? And what kinds of treatment options and community resources are available to patients suffering from breast cancer?http://video.kbtc.org/video/1626638757/10/28/2010A discussion about breast cancer diagnosis and treatment in Washington State.nrHealthHealthNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsHealthHealthSocial IssuesSocial IssuesTechnologyTechnologyHealthHealthEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1621484462/Puget Sound has a rich diversity of species and habitats that compete with agriculture for natural resources, but does the expansion of agriculture always mean lose of habitat? And do nature restoration projects automatically restrict land use and income for farmers and livestock producers?http://video.kbtc.org/video/1621484462/10/21/2010A discussion about habitat restoration and agriculture.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomyEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesScience & NatureScience & NatureEnvironmentEnvironmentEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1615581599/Washington State and the nation have reached a critical point in race and education. We face global economic competition as never before and yet, we are falling behind from 1st to 12th, and college graduates. While in schools, the achievement gap continues.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1615581599/10/14/2010A discussion on how our state is handling the issue of race in schools and communities.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1603897952/Washington voters passed initiative 692, the medical use of marijuana law in 1998. The law lets patients meeting certain criteria use marijuana for medical reasons. But after more than a decade the law still lacks clarity, stirs controversy, and is at odds with federal law.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1603897952/09/30/2010Discussing the medical use of marijuana on this edition of Northwest Now.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsGovernmentGovernmentHealthHealthSocial IssuesSocial IssuesScience & NatureScience & NatureHealthHealthEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1592233255/At one time wolves were common throughout most of the state. But their numbers decreased rapidly due to trapping, hunting, ranching, and farming. By 1930 wolves no longer existed in the wild in Washington. With conservation and management efforts underway, wolves have begun to return to our state. What happens when you remove an apex predator from the ecosystem? How will we coexists with wolves?http://video.kbtc.org/video/1592233255/09/30/2010A discussion about wolf conservation in Washington State.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityHistoryHistoryModernModernUnited StatesUnited StatesVictorianVictorianScience & NatureScience & NatureAnimalsAnimalsBiology & ChemistryBiology & ChemistryEnvironmentEnvironmentEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1528907743/For three straight years Washington has been recognized as the number one bicycle friendly state. And it's a good thing that Washington is so conscientious, bicycling commuting has increased over 75-percent in the past ten years. What does it mean in terms of public policy and budget planning? And what is the future of human-powered transportation?http://video.kbtc.org/video/1528907743/09/30/2010A discussion about bicycle safety.nrEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1523667239/In the past four years in Washington, 801 people were killed by distracted driving. That's nearly four deaths every week. Within this context Washington now tickets drivers who are texting or holding a cell phone to their ear, it's a primary offense. But wait, there are exceptions! What does the law actually say?http://video.kbtc.org/video/1523667239/09/30/2010A discussion about distracted driving.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1524473911/Washington state is home to three national parks, six million acres of national forest land and 120 state parks. With summer weather. Tens of thousands of us and our guests will hit the trails, campgrounds, lakes and back country. Being prepared and playing safely should be at the top of the check list.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1524473911/09/30/2010A discussion about staying safe outdoors.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesSports & RecreationSports & RecreationHealthHealthFitness & NutritionFitness & NutritionScience & NatureScience & NatureEnvironmentEnvironmentEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1506684304/Boating season is here and the week of May 22nd is National Safe Boating Week. On average, two boaters are killed everyday on American waterways. That's more than 700 per year. Thousands of others sustain injuries.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1506684304/09/30/2010A discussion about staying safe on our waterways.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietySports & RecreationSports & RecreationHealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesAntiques & CollectiblesAntiques & CollectiblesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesScience & NatureScience & NatureEarthEarthTechnologyTechnologyTransportation & InfrastructureTransportation & InfrastructureEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1484086967/4 out of 10 people working full or part time still have trouble affording the neccessities, such as providing food for their families. On this edition of Northwest Now, we'll explore ways to keep track of the family Budget, and our guests will provide you with money saving ideas.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1484086967/09/30/2010A discussion about tips for saving money and living frugally.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityHealthHealthHome & How-ToHome & How-ToCookingCookingPersonal FinancePersonal FinanceNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsBusiness & EconomyBusiness & EconomySocial IssuesSocial IssuesEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1476464694/April is national Autism month. A diagnosis Of Autism puts enormous stress on a family. Hopes, dreams and plans must be re-evaluated and changed. Familial relationships must be taught and orchestrated. On this episode of Northwest Now, we discuss how families cope, and we pay a little extra attention to Dad.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1476464694/09/30/2010A discussion with families coping with Autism.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHealthHealthHealth Care & IllnessesHealth Care & IllnessesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsHealthHealthSocial IssuesSocial IssuesEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1470694009/How do we keep our families safe online? A discussion with local officials and policy makers about the rules and tips to safe surfing.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1470694009/09/30/2010A discussion on staying safe online.nrNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsArts & EntertainmentArts & EntertainmentGovernmentGovernmentMediaMediaSocial IssuesSocial IssuesTechnologyTechnologyCommunications & MediaCommunications & MediaEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1541092953/Washington, like many states, is trying to climb out of a huge budget deficit. It's not a pretty picture as agencies and organizations work through another series of deep cuts. Higher education is not immune and local colleges are struggling to balance budgets and student services.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1541092953/09/30/2010A discussion about how budget cuts will affect Community and Technical Colleges.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityHome & How-ToHome & How-ToNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEducationEducationGovernmentGovernmentSocial IssuesSocial IssuesEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1475834150/Imagine a condition that affects one percent of all eight-year-olds in the United States. There is no vaccine, no cure, diagnosis can be subjective, and the symptoms run a range from mild to debilitating. This is autism, and the number of cases seems to be rising. What do we know? Are we making progress? And how can we and our communities help these families and individuals?http://video.kbtc.org/video/1475834150/09/30/2010A discussion on AutismnrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesHealthHealthNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsHealthHealthSocial IssuesSocial IssuesScience & NatureScience & NatureEnvironmentEnvironmentEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1474774007/The Black experience is an integral part of the tapestry we call U.S. History. But this designated month pointedly reminds us of the struggle and pain many people endured bringing Civil Rights to all Americans.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1474774007/09/30/2010A discussion about the lives of African-Americans in the Pacific Northwest.nrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyCommunityCommunityHistoryHistoryModernModernUnited StatesUnited StatesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsGlobal AffairsGlobal AffairsSocial IssuesSocial IssuesPoliticsPoliticsEpisodehttp://video.kbtc.org/video/1473927744/As we splash around in the waters of the Puget Sound, it's disheartening to realize that it's one of the five most polluted waterways in North America.One clean-up project that is underway is the restoration of the Nisqually delta estuary. After one hundred years of farming. The dikes surrounding the delta are coming down and salt water is returning to this important breeding and feeding ground.http://video.kbtc.org/video/1473927744/09/30/2010A discussion about the restoration of the Nisqually DeltanrCulture & SocietyCulture & SocietyPeople & ProfilesPeople & ProfilesTravelTravelHistoryHistoryModernModernUnited StatesUnited StatesNews & Public AffairsNews & Public AffairsEnvironmentEnvironmentGovernmentGovernmentScience & NatureScience & NatureBiology & ChemistryBiology & ChemistryEarthEarthEnvironmentEnvironmentEpisode