Seattle News Now This week on Seattle News NOW; a new streetcar network is proposed, four sites for a new jail are revealed and there could be help for homeowners struggling with foreclosure. Those stories and more are featured on this week’s episode of Seattle News NOW.

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Friday, May 9

Road Work Ahead:
Seattle City Council approves Spokane Street Viaduct plan; Mercer rebuild still alive - Seattle Times
Spokane Street Viaduct gets a green light - Seattle PI
Watch the May 6 Transportation Committee meeting with Spokane Street and Mercer Street issues.

Streetcar Network:
Watch the May 6 Transportation Committee meeting with Streetcar Network issue.
Transit options: More streetcars or electric trolleys? - Seattle PI
New streetcar routes have potential, but need cash - Seattle PI
Seattle Streetcar

Jail Needed:
Seattle names 4 sites that could house jail - Seattle Times
Jail Siting Update - Councilmember Tim Burgess

Mortgage Relief:
Emergency home loans approved by City Council panel - Seattle PI
Watch the Housing and Economic Development Committee meeting where the program was discussed.

Drink Up Seattle!:
New Report Finds Seattle's Tap Water is the "Gold Standard"

Award Funds:
Mayor Announces Funding for 18 Neighborhood Business Districts

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Seattle News Now Host/Producer: Megan Erb
Seattle News Now Producer: C.R. Douglas
Seattle News Now Director: John Giamberso