In this episode of the Seattle Medium’s Rhythm & News Podcast, host Christopher B. Bennett sits down with Charlene Crowell to discuss the monumental Sweet v. McMahon federal appeals court ruling. Together, they break down what this unanimous decision means for the estimated 450,000 borrowers set to receive a share of $23 billion in student loan discharges. The conversation highlights the deceptive practices of over 150 for-profit colleges, the disproportionate financial impact on Black and Latino students, and what affected borrowers need to know about the future of their student loan debt.
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Residents from South Seattle weigh in on whether Sound Transit should boost light rail safety measures following recent accidents. Voices call for better signage, traffic lights, raised rails, and data-driven assessments to address visibility issues, with several noting the Southend area experiences more incidents than northern routes, urging swift action to prevent future tragedies.
