Hi, I'm Joshua McNichols.

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We host KUOW's Economy Podcast, booming.

It's taken 10 years and almost $4 billion, but at long last, light rail will soon run across Lake Washington.

Some say the new connection could lead to more jobs and housing opportunities on top of faster commutes.

On the latest episode, we find out what a bridge in Scandinavia can tell us about our own future.

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You're going to see a lot of green and yellow sonics gear on your way home today.

Today, the NBA's Board of Governors took a big step toward league expansion,

which means the Seattle Supersonics are closer than ever to returning.

Vaughn Jones has more.

The board voted unanimously Wednesday to open up bidding for expansion teams in Las Vegas and Seattle.

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