THE LATEST
-
Bothell High School closed Thursday due to safety concern
-
Rantz: WSU amplifies claim that farmer's markets, food charity are 'white supremacy' in action
-
Gee and Ursula: Is it too soon to return to in-person Santa photos?
-
UW Virology: 'A matter of time' before omicron variant surfaces in Washington
-
South Puget Sound Community College offers first-of-its-kind craft brewing degree
LISTEN NOW: LIVE RADIO
Local News
Hanna Scott
Audit from police watchdog warns of 'gaps in the discipline system' for Seattle officers
An audit of the Seattle Police Department’s disciplinary system lead to nearly a dozen recommendations by the city’s Office of Inspector General.
Nick Bowman
Claims of election fraud from Washington Republicans persist amid flood of emails to AG's office
Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson was flooded with emails last weekend, pushing for him to support the latest claims of election fraud.
MyNorthwest Staff
Should Seattle take a traffic lane for an outer loop at Green Lake?
Green Lake in Seattle could have an outer loop in the near future with even more space for people to walk, run, and bike around the lake.
Dalton Day
Washington state to preserve, reseed two million acres of forest by 2040
The state Department of Natural Resources makes a substantial investment in its forests, pledging to preserve or restore 2 million acres of trees by 2040.
Dalton Day
King County Council rejects attempt to remove public homeless encampments
King County Council ahs rejected a motion to codify procedure for removal of homeless encampments in unincorporated King county.
MyNorthwest Staff
Seattle agrees to settlement in Charleena Lyles wrongful death lawsuit
The City of Seattle will pay a $3.5 million settlement to the family of Charleena Lyles, a Black woman who was shot and killed by Seattle police in 2017.710 ESPN Seattle
Mike Salk
Salk: Mariners’ first 2 moves exciting step toward offseason they need
Two moves in, the Mariners have put themselves in position to have a great offseason, writes 710 ESPN Seattle's Mike Salk.
The Associated Press
Seattle Kraken fall 4-3 to Detroit Red Wings in first shootout
Adam Erne scored the decisive goal in a shootout and the Detroit Red Wings won their fourth straight game by beating the Seattle Kraken 4-3 on Wednesday night.
The Associated Press
WSU beats Arizona State 51-29 to open Pac-12 play
Noah Williams returned from a neck injury to score 14 points and WSU overcame an ugly first half to open Pac-12 play with a 51-29 win over Arizona State.
Shannon Drayer
Talking Mariners Podcast: M’s moves reaction, what could be next
The Mariners made some big moves this week, so Shannon Drayer and "Boy Howdy" have a lot to get to in a new Talking Mariners episode.
Brandon Gustafson
Seahawks sign 4-time All-Pro RB Adrian Peterson to practice squad
The Seahawks have added depth at running back, signing Adrian Peterson, who is fifth in NFL history in rushing yards, to the practice squad.
Brandon Gustafson
Robbie Ray shares the story of his tight pants, why he joined Mariners
New Mariners LHP Robbie Ray discussed the topic on everyone's minds -- the extremely tight pants he showcased during 2021 -- with 710 ESPN Seattle's Mike Salk.Jason Rantz
Jason Rantz
Rantz: There's only one Kshama Sawant recall result that truly matters
Socialist Seattle City Council firebrand Kshama Sawant faces voters on Dec. 7 for her recall election. There's only one result that tells us something.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Seattle-area teacher recorded during vulgar, anti-police Kyle Rittenhouse rant
A teacher in the Northshore School District was recorded during a vulgar and one-sided rant about the Kyle Rittenhouse trial.
KTTH staff
Kent mayor connects string of recent shootings to King County's 'lax prosecution of drug crimes'
Kent Mayor Dana Ralph discusses how a recent state supreme court ruling has impeded King County's ability to prosecute drug crimes.
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Seattle School Board hides findings that its members harassed Black staff
Two Seattle Public School board directors who claim to be anti-racist progressives were found guilty of harassing, intimidating, and bullying Black staff.
KTTH staff
King County Councilmember calls for the re-funding of police
Fresh off his reelection, King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn is calling for the re-funding of police. But will it pass in a Democrat-led council?
Jason Rantz
Rantz: WA Democrat's anti-gun bill banned 21-gun salute, insulting veterans
In last year's anti-gun bill, Democrats ended up banning the 21-gun salute. It is insulting to our veterans. One lawmaker hopes to change it.Dave Ross
KIRO Radio staff
Mayfield: More hope now than ever for cure to decades-long epidemic
Decades after HIV and AIDS first surfaced, there's more hope than ever for an eventual cure within the next decade.
MyNorthwest Staff
South King County mayors demand action from state to end rash of violence
Multiple mayors in South King County are banding together to combat a violent trend after seven people were shot in four days.
KIRO Radio staff
Mayfield: Focusing less on money and more on giving
What if we focused on giving more every day? And what if -- beyond money -- we gave more love, wisdom, and leadership?
KIRO Radio staff
Mayfield: How scared of the omicron variant should we actually be?
The omicron variant is stranding travelers and rattling markets. It just sounds scary, but what if we're getting ahead of ourselves?
MyNorthwest Staff
UW Medicine’s head of Virology: Live market 'more likely the start' of COVID
Scientists have been trying to trace the actual origins of the virus that causes COVID, to find if it came from a market, a lab, or somewhere else.
MyNorthwest Staff
Study determines the ideal time to sleep based on biological clock
Is there a specific time when you should be going to sleep? Mercer Island MD Dr. Gordon Gohen explains the results of a study from the United Kingdom.Dori Monson
Dori Monson Show
Dori: Rebuffed by City of Seattle, grassroots volunteers get 'Lawn Mower Man' off the streets
After more than a year of terrorizing Ballard neighbors with noise from his encampment, Seattle’s “Lawn Mower Man” has agreed to accept shelter placement.
Dori Monson Show
Dori: Is it time to cut-and-run for Seattle barber?
The owner of Steele Barber, with two Seattle locations, says repeat vandals and burglars with no help from city officials has him "closer to (his) limit."
Dori Monson Show
Kent mayor: After rash of shootings, 'my residents are scared (but) I’m not giving up'
Multiple shootings marred a four-day Thanksgiving weekend for many cities in the Puget Sound area, but few more so than the city of Kent.
Dori Monson
Dori: King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn announces Congressional run
King County Councilmember Reagan Dunn announced his candidacy on Monday for Washington's 8th District Congressional seat.
Dori Monson
Dori: Tri-Cities florist settles with gay couple over refusal to sell them wedding flowers
Richland, Washington, flower shop owner Barronelle Stutzman has settled with the ACLU, citing her Southern Baptist faith as reason for the refusal.
Dori Monson
Dori: Homeland Security Special Agent on surge in drug trafficking, fentanyl deaths
Homeland Security Investigations agent Robert Hammer describes the surge in illegal drugs, and related death counts across the nation.Gee & Ursula
Gee and Ursula Show
Gee Scott says UW football fans need to have 'patience' with new coach
The UW football team has a new head coach: Kalen DeBoer, who was most recently at Fresco State. KIRO Radio's Gee Scott shares his opinion of the hire.
Gee and Ursula Show
Are you among the 11.5% of Americans not buying holiday gifts in 2021?
The Gee and Ursula Show discusses a survey that says a record number of Americans won't be buying holiday gifts this year.
Gee and Ursula Show
Beyond the defund debate: Will new SPD budget deliver on promise of reform?
Did Seattle City Council's recently passed 2022 budget do enough to address calls for police reform dating back to the summer of 2020?
Gee and Ursula Show
'It hurts': KIRO Radio hosts react in wake of Kyle Rittenhouse verdict
KIRO Radio's Gee Scott, Aaron Mason, and Andrew Lanier provide their thoughts following the Friday acquittal of Kyle Rittenhouse.
Gee and Ursula Show
As pandemic still looms in Washington, 'your level of concern is up to you' for holiday travel
Washington health officials are urging caution for those who plan to travel for the holidays. But how concerned should people be?
Gee and Ursula Show
Is a high speed rail line through Washington actually realistic, or is it a pipe dream?
Can Washington finally achieve its years-long dream of building a multi-state high speed rail line? So far, the answer remains unclear.Podcasts
Listen to your favorite shows on your time.
Seattle Traffic
Chris Sullivan
20 months into the closure, workers return to West Seattle Bridge
Workers finally returned to the closed West Seattle Bridge on Monday, promising to have it open to the public by the middle of 2022.
Chris Sullivan
Washington tow truck drivers beg state lawmakers for more protection on roads
Tow truck drivers are begging the state Legislature for more protection after a deadly year on Washington's roads.
Chris Sullivan
Washington State Ferries to slowly start returning normal service this week
Ferry riders have been struggling with a reduced sailing schedule for about a month now, but there could be some service improvements coming.
Chris Sullivan
Light rail trains finally testing on East Link tracks
Light rail cars are running on the East Link tracks in the first phase of systems integration testing before service begins in 2023.
Chris Sullivan
WSDOT workforce shortage could mean more closed roads this winter
The vaccine mandate and a global lack of workers is expected to impact the state's ability to clear the snow from roads and keep the mountain passes open.
Chris Sullivan
Improvements to I-5 through JBLM have been 'game-changer' for congestion
A new HOV lane on I-5 through JBLM has led to across-the-board decreases in congestion along what's historically been a problematic roadway.Northwest History
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Thanksgiving Island Mystery solved?
“The Mystery of Thanksgiving Island” – a ‘cold case’ about the origins of that name – may just have been cracked wide open by a KIRO Radio listener.
Feliks Banel
Special 50th anniversary broadcast: Infamous Northwest skyjacking
KIRO Radio presents a special broadcast called "COOPER 5-0," marking the 50th anniversary of the DB Cooper skyjacking of Nov. 24, 1971.
Feliks Banel
All Over The Map: Can you solve the mystery of Thanksgiving Island?
Pretty much everyone has heard of Easter Island and Christmas Island, but what about Thanksgiving Island right here in the Pacific Northwest?
Feliks Banel
KIRO Radio ready to serve in case of emergency
KIRO Radio is proud to have partnered for years with FEMA to provide unique communications facilities and capabilities in the event of an emergency.
Feliks Banel
World War II Navy chapel is still sacred to Shoreline residents
Tucked away in a forested part of Shoreline is a unique artifact dating to World War II and a once-sprawling U.S. Navy hospital.