Amy Radil is a Features Reporter at KUOW, where she covers an array of topics including politics, government, law enforcement, and public security, while also delving into arts stories. With a background that includes reporting for Minnesota Public Radio and freelancing for Marketplace from Brazil, Amy's work often intersects with themes of civil rights, social interest, and public policy. She has been featured in KUOW Public Radio, OPB (Oregon Public Broadcasting), and KLCC.
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Amy Radil's coverage revolves around local government announcements, legal policies and regulations, with a focus on healthcare & pharmaceuticals, government & politics, and crime. She primarily covers news relevant to the city of Seattle and King County in Washington.
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By: Amy Radil
Assistant Police Chief Tyrone Davis (center) speaks to the Seattle City Council's Public Safety Committee on Sept. 22, 2026, two months after a mass shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival. Davis was joined by Alison Holcomb (left), the mayor's director of public safety, and interim Police Chief Andre Sayles.
By: Amy Radil
A growing memorial for 19-year-old University of Washington student Juniper Blessing is shown on Monday, May 18, 2026, on UW's campus in Seattle.
By: Amy Radil
Seattle’s interim police chief Andre Sayles says he wants to staff up "proactive" gun violence investigations and enforcement. But Sayles says he has to balance those efforts with keeping patrol officers on the streets. The president of the Seattle Police Officers Guild is applauding the move and says the union will be a "willing participant" in these efforts.
By: Ted S. Warren
FILE - King County Superior Court Judge Roger Rogoff stands in court on Oct. 10, 2016, in Seattle.
By: Amy Radil
Snohomish County firefighters have lost their legal fight over religious exemptions to the Covid vaccine. The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear the case of the “Snohomish Eight” — firefighters who refused the Covid vaccine on religious grounds. Their attorney calls the outcome a loss “for religious workers across America.”
By: Amy Radil
At the federal courthouse in Seattle, law enforcement officials on Oct. 6, 2026, announce the arrest of a Bellingham resident accused of aiding in a deadly school shooting in British Columbia. Officials include assistant commissioner Elijah Rain of the BC RCMP, left, FBI special agent in charge Mike Herrington, and acting U.S. attorney Neil Floyd.
By: Amy Radil
A majority of Washington Supreme Court seats are on the ballot in November. While the races are nonpartisan, liberals say the court has a trailblazing reputation to safeguard, while conservatives say some of the court’s rulemaking and decisions have gone too far. Campaigns are trying to overcome voters’ tendency to skip these down-ballot races.
By: Amy Radil
Being released from jail is a risky time, especially for people with opioid use disorder or other illnesses. Under a recent pilot program, Medicaid is reimbursing jails in Washington state for help with that transition. The funding means dozens of jails and prisons in King County and beyond can provide people exiting jail with a supply of medications and case management to smooth their path.
By: Amy Radil, Teo Popescu
Illustration of Washington Supreme Court candidates in 2026 general election. Photos showcase Colleen Melody, Scott Edwards, David Stevens, Jaime Hawk, Sean O'Donnell, Ian Birk, Theo Angelis, Dave Larson, Debra Stephens, and Todd Bloom.
By: Amy Radil
(From left) First Assistant U.S. Attorney Pete Serrano, Eastern District of Washington, and acting U.S. Attorney Neil Floyd, Western District of Washington, hold a press conference Monday afternoon, Oct. 26, 2026. They alleged they have found 405 non-citizens who are registered to vote in Washington state, and who have also voted in the state.
