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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 4h

A big bummer but not a surprise. My old stomping grounds at Northwest Public Broadcasting cutting its TV service in Palouse region (KWSU) due to budget (radio and other TV service unaffected), an outcome of CPB funding cut.
www.spokesman.com/stories/2025...

Northwest Public Broadcasting halts KWSU-TV operations

A public television station founded 63 years ago on the campus of Washington State University will go dark at the end of the year.

www.spokesman.com

Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 23h

Gosh, the modern version of local newspaper wars is some wild stuff! I miss the good ol' days of inventing wars to sell copies!

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 23h

It does seem curious - nay, superhuman - to have that kind of output. This byline suggests the person is a real KHQ "Nonstop Local News Producer"
I think a call to KHQ to find out if this person exists would make for some informative RANGE, uh...content! 😀
www.fairfieldsuntimes.com/news/state/m...

Montana launches re-entry program for former inmates

HELENA, Mont. — Gov. Greg Gianforte on Wednesday announced a new state program to help formerly incarcerated Montanans with behavioral health needs as they return to their communities.

www.fairfieldsuntimes.com

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 23h

Guess 2: This person listed on the bylines works for BLOX (most likely as a freelancer/contractor) and their work (er, CONTENT!) gets distributed throughout the network of local media sites that subscribe:
www.bloxdigital.com/products_ser...

BLOX Digital Content Exchange Network

www.bloxdigital.com

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 23h

My guess: Connected via BLOX Digital Content Exchange. The common source connected to KHQ/Cowles.
-KHQ Spokane has agreement to produce newscasts (TV + digital) for Fox 28/KAYU Spokane
-KTMF in Missoula/Great Falls is owned by Cowles, shares newscast staff + digital with KHQ.
All run BLOX "CONTENT"

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 1d

How, under the First Amendment, can the government punish non-citizens for their speech? Like, say, revoking visas for people who post about Charlie Kirk. Some background and context #1A ⬇️
www.freedomforum.org/non-citizens...

Are Non-Citizens Protected by the First Amendment?

Are non-citizens protected by the First Amendment? The answer isn't as clear-cut as you may think. Here's everything to know.

www.freedomforum.org

Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 3d

I was on a plane last night as the Mariners played the Blue Jays, and to distract myself from recurring sports anxiety I watched The Devil Wears Prada (still slaps). Pleasantly surprised to land and find out Bryce Miller pitched an absolute gem.
#goms #seizethemoment #sodomojo #tridentsup

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 5d

I don't know what to say other than I am really happy for this Mariners team, the fans and, heck, Jerry Dipoto? Now do what Cal said.
#seizethemoment #tridentsup #sodomojo #goms

Circling Seattle Sports @circlingseasports.bsky.social · 5d

MARINERS WIN

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 6d

What is "political speech" exactly and how is it protected (or not) by the First Amendment? Good explainer and background from @1stforall.bsky.social #1A ⬇️
www.freedomforum.org/political-sp...

What Is Political Speech, and Is It Protected by the First Amendment?

Political speech is a core type of speech that the First Amendment was designed to protect. Here's what you need to know.

www.freedomforum.org

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 8d

FACT: The greatest moment in Mariners history (so far) is the greatest moment in SPORTS history.
#goms #seizethemoment #seausrise #tridentsup #sodomojo

Brian Floyd @brianmfloyd.bsky.social · 8d

good morning this was 30 years ago today

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 9d

Good to see news coverage about homelessness/low income housing issues talk to people affected + involved. Kudos to Spokesman's @alexdugganreports.bsky.social + Nick Gibson for a "nuanced" look on a tough spot in downtown Spokane. www.spokesman.com/stories/2025...

'They call us Camp Dope': There's more nuance to the block housing the Ridpath than what's seen on the outside

Most warm days, Rhona Gardener sits outside the Ridpath Apartments in her red camp chair with a pack of cigarettes in the cupholder and cellphone in her lap.

www.spokesman.com

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 10d

A few folks out here saying that last night the Mariners "won their first postseason game since 2001" (or even ever!?), somehow forgetting M's beating Toronto in 2022 WC series. If only there were a device + technology at hand to quickly check basic sports facts.
#SeaUsRise #tridentsup #sodomojo

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 13d

A federal court ruling this week gave more spice to this already complex question: Does the First Amendment protect noncitizens? Not a neat + tidy yes or no. This is one to watch for Supreme Court appeal. Background from me at @1stforall.bsky.social #1A ⬇️
www.freedomforum.org/non-citizens...

Are Non-Citizens Protected by the First Amendment?

Are non-citizens protected by the First Amendment? The answer isn't as clear-cut as you may think. Here's everything to know.

www.freedomforum.org

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 17d

News of late - Jimmy Kimmel, people fired for social posts re Charlie Kirk, etc - brought up lots of "censorship" claims. But what exactly is it (and is it not), and when does censorship violate the First Amendment? Here's a rundown #1A ⬇️
www.freedomforum.org/censorship-f...

What Is Censorship — and Does the First Amendment Allow It?

The First Amendment generally limits government censorship, but these restrictions don't apply to private companies.

www.freedomforum.org

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 21d

CEO of Cascade PBS made $516K in 2023, which was $257K more than the next highest paid employee, according to IRS 990.
projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/o...

Anyway, support the laid off and hard-working public media journalists here ⬇️

Cascade PBS Union @cascadepbsunion.bsky.social · 21d

It’s difficult to find the words to express how our unit is feeling right now, but we’ll take a stab at it: shocked, disappointed, angry, gutted. @cascadepbs.bsky.social’s choice to eliminate long-form written reporting is a massive loss for our community in a critical moment. tinyurl.com/LayoffFund

Donate to Support Cascade PBS journalists after online newsroom axed, organized by Isabella Breda

On Monday, Sept. 22, Cascade PBS announced that it would be s… Isabella Breda needs your support for Support Cascade PBS journalists after online newsroom axed

tinyurl.com

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 21d

Freedom Forum's annual First Amendment survey is out. Some findings:
- 25% can't name any 1A freedoms unaided
- 61% say they don’t speak freely, most cited reason is “fear of a violent response"
- ~50% say President Trump a "threat" to most 1A freedoms
MORE ⬇️
www.freedomforum.org/2025-where-a...

Where America Stands on the First Amendment: Key Takeaways

Learn about Americans' opinions and experiences with the First Amendment in 2025, including hate speech, religion, and protests at colleges.

www.freedomforum.org

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Brent Maguire @bmags94.bsky.social · 21d

60 home runs for Cal Raleigh. Incredible.

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 21d

60 home runs for Cal Raleigh. Incredible. Mariners are back, baby!

#sodomojo #seizethemoment #tridentsup #seausrise #goms

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 22d

Turned on the radio broadcast of Mariners post-game win just in time to hear Big Dumper's f-bomb. Best not tell the FCC of indecency in Seattle.
Also, heck yeah! Playoff bound!
#sodomojo #tridentsup #goms

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 23d

The Jimmy Kimmel story is moving kind of fast. But even with ABC returning his show to air this week, there are lots of First Amendment questions with what happened - and moving forward. Here are some answers #1A ⬇️
www.freedomforum.org/jimmy-kimmel...

Why Jimmy Kimmel's Suspension Raises First Amendment Questions

Discover why the indefinite suspension of Jimmy Kimmel's show raises questions about free speech and the First Amendment.

www.freedomforum.org

Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 23d

Cascade PBS, previously Crosscut/KCTS, laying off 17 news staff. They cover Western/Central WA + state policy. Sad but not surprising after federal $ cut. Kudos to @sanfordnate.bsky.social, @jonesdaily.bsky.social, @maiphoang.bsky.social + many incredible journalists. www.kuow.org/stories/seat...

Seattle's Cascade PBS announces layoffs, end of online long-form journalism

The move, attributed to the loss of federal funding for public media, marks the layoffs of 17 staffers and the creation of three new positions, station President and CEO Rob Dunlop told KUOW.

www.kuow.org

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 24d

It's convenient to credit the Etsy Witch with the Mariners' recent success, but that's patently offensive. In Seattle the correct term is person experiencing spell casting.

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 26d

Possible remains of Travis Decker, Wenatchee, WA, father accused of killing 3 daughters in May, found less than 1 mile from crime scene.
As always, best news sources are local/regional ones with closest connection:
- Wenatchee World
- NCW Life
- KXLY
- Seattle Times
www.ncwlife.com/news/a-waiti...

A waiting game for ID on remains found in Decker search

LEAVENWORTH — A Spokane County sheriff's aerial drone imaging the Icicle River landscape on Thursday noticed something unusual — a pattern in the rugged underbrush on Grindstone Mountain that did

www.ncwlife.com

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 27d

Hate speech. Firing people for free speech. Doxing. Government "jawboning." All have come up in the news the past week, all with big First Amendment questions. Here's a helpful FAQ explainer from @1stforall.bsky.social #1A ⬇️
www.freedomforum.org/charlie-kirk...

Major First Amendment Issues Raised Following Charlie Kirk's Assassination: FAQs Answered

From employee firings to confusion around hate speech, we explore key First Amendment issues being raised following Charlie Kirk's death.

www.freedomforum.org

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Scott A. Leadingham @scottleadingham.bsky.social · 27d

This list of "canceled" comedians doesn't have Jimmy Kimmel (yet). But it does have others like Stephen Colbert and the Smothers Brothers, whose CBS show was canceled in 1969. President Johnson called CBS and told the network to "get those bastards off my back." www.freedomforum.org/canceled-com...

Canceled Comedians: 16 Performers Who Have Been 'Canceled' (and Why)

We highlight 16 comedians who have been "canceled" over the years and explore the connection between comedy and free speech.

www.freedomforum.org

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