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EPISODE · Feb 12, 2026 · 38 MIN

Why WAISN Doesn’t Use Whistles For Rapid Response, Ballard Sweeps, and IMAX Sold

from City Cast Seattle · host City Cast

Jane speaks with Nedra Rivera and Débora Oliveira from the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN) to learn about ICE rapid response trainings in Seattle, the increase in violence they’re seeing by ICE officers in King County, and the three break down why WAISN doesn’t use whistles for rapid response. Then, contributor Chase Hutchinson and producer Liam Billingham join to discuss Mayor Wilson’s latest announcement about sweeps moving forward in Ballard and what’s happening with the sale of Seattle’s IMAX theater.  Click here to learn more about WAISN  To learn more about aspect ratios from director Ryan Coogler, click here Learn more about the  sponsors of this February 10th episode Drum Roll Wine Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

Jane speaks with Nedra Rivera and Débora Oliveira from the Washington Immigrant Solidarity Network (WAISN) to learn about ICE rapid response trainings in Seattle, the increase in violence they’re seeing by ICE officers in King County, and the three break down why WAISN doesn’t use whistles for rapid response. Then, contributor Chase Hutchinson and producer Liam Billingham join to discuss Mayor Wilson’s latest announcement about sweeps moving forward in Ballard and what’s happening with the sale of Seattle’s IMAX theater.  Click here to learn more about WAISN  To learn more about aspect ratios from director Ryan Coogler, click here Learn more about the  sponsors of this February 10th episode Drum Roll Wine Want to get in touch? Follow us @CityCastSeattle on Instagram, or email us at [email protected]. You can also call or text us at 206-880-3931. For more Seattle news, make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, City Cast Seattle. Support City Cast Seattle by becoming a member: membership.citycast.fm/seattle Looking to advertise on City Cast Seattle? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise.

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