Steve Kiggins
@stevekigginstv.bsky.social
Reporting photojournalist at Northwest Now on KBTC Public Television - kbtc.org
Covering all things Western Washington
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Covering all things Western Washington
pnw / out / proud | he/him/his
📧 steve@stevekiggins.com
💻 www.stevekiggins.com/home
“I should not live like this as a 16-year-old” Dozens Pack City Council Demanding Response to ICE
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November 11, 2025 at 8:10 PM
“I should not live like this as a 16-year-old” Dozens Pack City Council Demanding Response to ICE
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WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=BA4B...
Puget Sound sunset falling behind Orcas Island viewed from Chuckanut Drive south of Bellingham.
October 31, 2025 at 5:17 AM
Puget Sound sunset falling behind Orcas Island viewed from Chuckanut Drive south of Bellingham.
In this special edition of Northwest Now, many experts say Western Washington must recognize neighborhood or town-killing wildfires are a possibility.
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Watch Fire on the Horizon - www.pbs.org/video/fire-o...
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October 12, 2025 at 2:19 AM
In this special edition of Northwest Now, many experts say Western Washington must recognize neighborhood or town-killing wildfires are a possibility.
Watch Fire on the Horizon - www.pbs.org/video/fire-o...
#kbtc #publicmedia
Watch Fire on the Horizon - www.pbs.org/video/fire-o...
#kbtc #publicmedia
Tomorrow on KBTC Public Television:
Northwest Now reports across 7 counties, sharing experts warning catastrophic wildfire a growing threat for Western Washington.
Fire on the Horizon premiers Friday at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC
@WaDNR_fire, @firewise, @NFPA, #fireprevention, #publicmedia
Northwest Now reports across 7 counties, sharing experts warning catastrophic wildfire a growing threat for Western Washington.
Fire on the Horizon premiers Friday at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC
@WaDNR_fire, @firewise, @NFPA, #fireprevention, #publicmedia
October 10, 2025 at 12:39 AM
Tomorrow on KBTC Public Television:
Northwest Now reports across 7 counties, sharing experts warning catastrophic wildfire a growing threat for Western Washington.
Fire on the Horizon premiers Friday at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC
@WaDNR_fire, @firewise, @NFPA, #fireprevention, #publicmedia
Northwest Now reports across 7 counties, sharing experts warning catastrophic wildfire a growing threat for Western Washington.
Fire on the Horizon premiers Friday at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC
@WaDNR_fire, @firewise, @NFPA, #fireprevention, #publicmedia
This Friday on KBTC Public Television, many experts from across the state warn catastrophic wildfire is a growing threat for towns and communities in Western Washington.
Watch the Northwest Now special, “Fire On The Horizon,” Friday at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC.
#kbtc #publicmedia
Watch the Northwest Now special, “Fire On The Horizon,” Friday at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC.
#kbtc #publicmedia
October 7, 2025 at 6:04 PM
This Friday on KBTC Public Television, many experts from across the state warn catastrophic wildfire is a growing threat for towns and communities in Western Washington.
Watch the Northwest Now special, “Fire On The Horizon,” Friday at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC.
#kbtc #publicmedia
Watch the Northwest Now special, “Fire On The Horizon,” Friday at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC.
#kbtc #publicmedia
While the Trump Administration lobs baseless claims that mail-in ballots are ripe for fraud, Snohomish County Auditor shares how new Elections Center ensures security, expands public accessibility
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#kbtc #publicmedia
October 7, 2025 at 5:48 PM
While the Trump Administration lobs baseless claims that mail-in ballots are ripe for fraud, Snohomish County Auditor shares how new Elections Center ensures security, expands public accessibility
WATCH - www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdzp...
#kbtc #publicmedia
WATCH - www.youtube.com/watch?v=pdzp...
#kbtc #publicmedia
bye
The now-former Illinois anchor, who previously worked for Kirk at Turning Point USA, said the slain conservative activist changed her life.
TV anchor says tribute to ‘mentor’ Charlie Kirk got her suspended. She resigns
The now-former Illinois anchor, who previously worked for Kirk at Turning Point USA, said the slain conservative activist changed her life.
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September 17, 2025 at 3:11 PM
bye
Nonprofit: Communities targeted by Trump Administration’s deportations falling victim to crimes, living in fear
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=u52x...
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=u52x...
September 16, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Nonprofit: Communities targeted by Trump Administration’s deportations falling victim to crimes, living in fear
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WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=u52x...
Reposted by Steve Kiggins
Washington’s Department of Health stands ready to inspect the state’s only immigrant detention center after a court ruling last month. washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/09/16/w...
WA health inspectors on cusp of gaining access to Tacoma immigrant detention center • Washington State Standard
Washington’s Department of Health stands ready to inspect the state’s only immigrant detention center after a court ruling last month.
washingtonstatestandard.com
September 16, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Washington’s Department of Health stands ready to inspect the state’s only immigrant detention center after a court ruling last month. washingtonstatestandard.com/2025/09/16/w...
Community investment in Tacoma continues after overcoming $1-million grant reversal by Trump Administration
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5IB...
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5IB...
September 16, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Community investment in Tacoma continues after overcoming $1-million grant reversal by Trump Administration
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5IB...
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=d5IB...
Second year in a row!
KBTC Public Television’s “Northwest Now – Saving the Source” wins First Place for Feature video by @spjwash.bsky.social’s 2024 Northwest Excellence in Journalism Awards
Streaming now at KBTC.ORG >>> www.pbs.org/video/saving...
KBTC Public Television’s “Northwest Now – Saving the Source” wins First Place for Feature video by @spjwash.bsky.social’s 2024 Northwest Excellence in Journalism Awards
Streaming now at KBTC.ORG >>> www.pbs.org/video/saving...
July 3, 2025 at 10:35 PM
Second year in a row!
KBTC Public Television’s “Northwest Now – Saving the Source” wins First Place for Feature video by @spjwash.bsky.social’s 2024 Northwest Excellence in Journalism Awards
Streaming now at KBTC.ORG >>> www.pbs.org/video/saving...
KBTC Public Television’s “Northwest Now – Saving the Source” wins First Place for Feature video by @spjwash.bsky.social’s 2024 Northwest Excellence in Journalism Awards
Streaming now at KBTC.ORG >>> www.pbs.org/video/saving...
Feeling a lot like summer along Alki Beach
June 16, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Feeling a lot like summer along Alki Beach
Extraordinary lidar imagery showcasing our region's mountains, rivers and Puget Sound reveal vibrant scenes captured and distributed by the Washington Geological Survey within the Department of Natural Resources.
Learn and see more online at: www.dnr.wa.gov/lidar
Learn and see more online at: www.dnr.wa.gov/lidar
June 16, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Extraordinary lidar imagery showcasing our region's mountains, rivers and Puget Sound reveal vibrant scenes captured and distributed by the Washington Geological Survey within the Department of Natural Resources.
Learn and see more online at: www.dnr.wa.gov/lidar
Learn and see more online at: www.dnr.wa.gov/lidar
What a view for ice cream evenings at Pioneer Square Habitat Beach
May 29, 2025 at 2:40 AM
What a view for ice cream evenings at Pioneer Square Habitat Beach
For the First Time Since the 1980's, Rental Housing Costs Limited by Washington State Law
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrpP...
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television: www.kbtc.org
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrpP...
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television: www.kbtc.org
May 10, 2025 at 7:38 PM
For the First Time Since the 1980's, Rental Housing Costs Limited by Washington State Law
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrpP...
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television: www.kbtc.org
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrpP...
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television: www.kbtc.org
This is Not Normal
A late April Seattle City Council meeting included public comment sharing concerned for neighbors targeted by Trump Admin
tinyurl.com/42vcrnf7
Councilmember Rinck forewarned potential housing assistance cuts impacting thousands
tinyurl.com/ykcd6wzf
tinyurl.com/mr2sn76x
A late April Seattle City Council meeting included public comment sharing concerned for neighbors targeted by Trump Admin
tinyurl.com/42vcrnf7
Councilmember Rinck forewarned potential housing assistance cuts impacting thousands
tinyurl.com/ykcd6wzf
tinyurl.com/mr2sn76x
May 5, 2025 at 8:05 AM
This is Not Normal
A late April Seattle City Council meeting included public comment sharing concerned for neighbors targeted by Trump Admin
tinyurl.com/42vcrnf7
Councilmember Rinck forewarned potential housing assistance cuts impacting thousands
tinyurl.com/ykcd6wzf
tinyurl.com/mr2sn76x
A late April Seattle City Council meeting included public comment sharing concerned for neighbors targeted by Trump Admin
tinyurl.com/42vcrnf7
Councilmember Rinck forewarned potential housing assistance cuts impacting thousands
tinyurl.com/ykcd6wzf
tinyurl.com/mr2sn76x
Late April sunset from Jose Rizal Bridge.
April 27, 2025 at 2:12 AM
Late April sunset from Jose Rizal Bridge.
Saying goodbye to Seattle’s Century Ballroom
WATCH >>> youtu.be/JD8xHp4ae3o
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television and streams at www.kbtc.org
WATCH >>> youtu.be/JD8xHp4ae3o
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television and streams at www.kbtc.org
April 22, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Saying goodbye to Seattle’s Century Ballroom
WATCH >>> youtu.be/JD8xHp4ae3o
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television and streams at www.kbtc.org
WATCH >>> youtu.be/JD8xHp4ae3o
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television and streams at www.kbtc.org
While Washington’s economy is projected to outpace the national average, employment opportunities could remain beyond reach for those lacking credentials
WATCH >> youtu.be/RfoCghqowkw
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television and streams at www.kbtc.org
WATCH >> youtu.be/RfoCghqowkw
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television and streams at www.kbtc.org
April 6, 2025 at 10:30 AM
While Washington’s economy is projected to outpace the national average, employment opportunities could remain beyond reach for those lacking credentials
WATCH >> youtu.be/RfoCghqowkw
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television and streams at www.kbtc.org
WATCH >> youtu.be/RfoCghqowkw
Northwest Now broadcasts Fridays at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television and streams at www.kbtc.org
Researchers at @adaiuw.bsky.social report unregulated fentanyl adulterated with non human-approved drugs, industrial chemicals
WATCH >> www.youtube.com/watch?v=HF2d...
Northwest Now broadcasts on KBTC Public Television Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. kbtc.org/northwest-now/
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Northwest Now broadcasts on KBTC Public Television Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. kbtc.org/northwest-now/
March 31, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Researchers at @adaiuw.bsky.social report unregulated fentanyl adulterated with non human-approved drugs, industrial chemicals
WATCH >> www.youtube.com/watch?v=HF2d...
Northwest Now broadcasts on KBTC Public Television Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. kbtc.org/northwest-now/
WATCH >> www.youtube.com/watch?v=HF2d...
Northwest Now broadcasts on KBTC Public Television Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. kbtc.org/northwest-now/
the cruelty is the point
JD Vance attacks elderly retired Americans at his event who are asking him to stop trying to cut Social Security: “Don’t you all have jobs?”
March 15, 2025 at 8:22 PM
the cruelty is the point
Tonight on Northwest Now:
Our annual look into government transparency with Washington Coalition for Open Government, Seattle Times reporter @ssowersby.bsky.social, and independent investigative journalist @glentalk.bsky.social
Watch Northwest Now tonight at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television
Our annual look into government transparency with Washington Coalition for Open Government, Seattle Times reporter @ssowersby.bsky.social, and independent investigative journalist @glentalk.bsky.social
Watch Northwest Now tonight at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television
March 14, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Tonight on Northwest Now:
Our annual look into government transparency with Washington Coalition for Open Government, Seattle Times reporter @ssowersby.bsky.social, and independent investigative journalist @glentalk.bsky.social
Watch Northwest Now tonight at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television
Our annual look into government transparency with Washington Coalition for Open Government, Seattle Times reporter @ssowersby.bsky.social, and independent investigative journalist @glentalk.bsky.social
Watch Northwest Now tonight at 7:30 p.m. on KBTC Public Television
As tariffs loom, locals maneuver through an economy already suffering layoffs and uncertainty.
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-vG...
Northwest Now broadcasts on KBTC Public Television Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. kbtc.org/northwest-now/
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-vG...
Northwest Now broadcasts on KBTC Public Television Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. kbtc.org/northwest-now/
March 5, 2025 at 5:51 PM
As tariffs loom, locals maneuver through an economy already suffering layoffs and uncertainty.
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-vG...
Northwest Now broadcasts on KBTC Public Television Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. kbtc.org/northwest-now/
WATCH >>> www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-vG...
Northwest Now broadcasts on KBTC Public Television Friday evenings at 7:30 p.m. kbtc.org/northwest-now/