Freddy Monares

Seattle

Reporter and Producer at KNKX-FM (Tacoma, WA)

Reporter/Producer @knkxfm | Formerly @mtpublicradio @bozchron | send tips to [email protected]

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Today's Headlines: DHS pulls 'noncompliant jurisdictions' list; Medicaid cuts could affect rehab

6 days ago | spokanepublicradio.org | Freddy Monares |Owen Henderson |Mitch Borden |Doug Nadvornick

DHS pulls list of 'noncompliant jurisdictions,' continuing confusionA list of so-called “sanctuary” jurisdictions around the country has been pulled from the Department of Homeland Security’s website. When published late last week, it had prompted confusion and outcry from many of those localities and the National Sheriffs’ Association. Cities like Yakima say they’re not sure how they ended up on the list of local governments DHS claims are defying federal immigration enforcement.
WA nonprofit gets boost from state to house asylum seekers in Tacoma

1 week ago | knkx.org | Freddy Monares

Washington nonprofit Thrive International is set to receive $2 million from the state to help buy the Quality Inn hotel in Tacoma's South End. The nonprofit is currently housing about 350 people at the site. Since opening its doors to asylum seekers in September, the nonprofit has helped 30 families find permanent housing. Click "Listen" above to hear this story.
New WA budget cuts funding to reproductive health care program

2 weeks ago | knkx.org | Freddy Monares

Planned Parenthood in Washington says the budget recently signed by governor Bob Ferguson cuts $8.5 Million to a program meant to protect access to affordable reproductive health care in the state. Click "Listen" above to hear this story.
Local filmmakers produce PSA protest video against Tesla

2 weeks ago | knkx.org | Freddy Monares

There's a new short video making the rounds online that starts with a list of symptoms that Tesla drivers may be experiencing. "Have you been avoiding eye contact with other drivers?" narrator Alex Winter can be heard saying in the video.
Space Needle eliminates photography department

3 weeks ago | knkx.org | Freddy Monares

The company that operates the Space Needle is laying off its photography staff. These are the people who capture moments for guests at the attraction as well as at the Chihuly Garden and Glass Museum. Click "Listen" above to hear this story.
WA state budget zeroes out funding for foster youth program

3 weeks ago | knkx.org | Freddy Monares

The state budget passed by lawmakers zeroed out funds for Treehouse, a Washington nonprofit that supports foster youth with education and financial needs. The organization says it will likely have to lay off employees and reduce the number of students it serves. Click "Listen" above to hear this story.
Today's Headlines: Foster program loses funds after WA budget cuts; local candidate lists take shape

3 weeks ago | spokanepublicradio.org | Freddy Monares |John Ryan |Doug Nadvornick |Steve Jackson

WA cuts funds to nonprofit that helps foster youthA former Washington State lawmaker is criticizing the current Legislature for excluding $7 million for a foster youth program from the state budget. Reuven Carlyle served in both chambers of the legislature between 2009 and 2023. He helped secure the first and then subsequent state investments to the nonprofit Treehouse.
Humanities Washington to receive grant from Mellon Foundation

1 month ago | knkx.org | Freddy Monares

Humanities Washington is anticipating receiving a $250,000 grant from a private foundation based in New York. It comes as the Trump Administration slashed funding to the organization last month. Click "Listen" above to hear this story.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library seeks donations after Washington state cuts funding

1 month ago | knkx.org | Freddy Monares

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program is hoping to raise enough money to keep giving free books to tens of thousands of kids under the age of 5 in the state of Washington. Lawmakers cut funds for the program in the budget they sent to the governor. Brooke Fisher-Clark, the nonprofit's executive director, said Imagination Library is now seeking donations to try to become self-sustaining.
Seattle International Film Festival announces its 2025 film selection

1 month ago | knkx.org | Freddy Monares

Seattle International Film Festival has announced its roster of movies screening over 10 days starting May 15. There are more films this year that you might not have another opportunity to see. Click "Listen" above to hear this story. SIFFSIFF Cinema EgyptianSeattle International Film Festivalfilm festivals