THE LATEST

Report confirms uptick in shootings across King County, Seattle

Local News

Gov. Inslee: 'May be possible' to delay long-term care tax
Local News

'Chance for snow' on Monday across Seattle area, say forecasters

Local News

Nick Bowman

State Supreme Court allows late-arriving redistricting maps to move forward

The state Supreme Court n will allow new legislative and congressional maps submitted late by the state's redistricting commission to move forward.

Nick Bowman

Study yields mixed results on racial disparities during Washington State Patrol traffic stops

A new study digs into five years of data on traffic stops made by Washington State Patrol, demonstrating mixed results regarding racial disparities.

KIRO Radio Newsdesk

Long-awaited return of Emerald City Comic Con offers crucial outlet for fans and artists alike

Not only is the return of Emerald City Comic Con a big deal for fans, but it is a welcome respite for small artists and creators as well.

KIRO 7 News Staff

Multiple people injured in multi-vehicle collision involving dump truck in Renton

A multi-vehicle collision shut down parts of Maple Valley Highway and 140th Avenue Southeast in Renton Thursday night.

MyNorthwest Staff

Washington needs to 'defeat climate change at its source,' says Gov. Inslee

Gov. Inslee hopes recent flooding events in northern Washington will help inspire the state Legislature to "take more action" against climate change.

MyNorthwest Staff

Gov. Inslee announces supplemental vaccine supply, mobile clinics to meet demand surge

Gov. Inslee has announced 30,000 additional vaccines as well as new mobile vaccine clinics at Federal Way Performing Arts and Event Center.

710 ESPN Seattle

Brandon Gustafson

A Mitch Haniger extension could be very complicated for Mariners

Will Mitch Haniger remain with the Mariners after the 2022 season? Mike Salk explained why that's so tough to tell right now.

The Associated Press

Seattle Kraken take early lead, hold off Oilers in 4-3 win

Colin Blackwell and Alex Wennberg scored less than three minutes apart in the second period, and the Seattle Kraken beat the Edmonton Oilers 4-3 on Friday night.

The Associated Press

Giveback demands in MLB bargaining lead to work stoppages

What has led to the first MLB work stoppage since 1995? And what are the key issues at play? Here's how we got to this point.

John Clayton

Clayton: Things don’t look so good for Seahawks against 49ers

The Seahawks have done well against the 49ers in recent years, but John Clayton has a bad feeling about the upcoming matchup.

Brandon Gustafson

Seahawks Injuries: Seattle thin at RB again, likely without Damien Lewis

The Seahawks have three running backs listed as questionable against the 49ers while starting left guard Damien Lewis is doubtful to play.

Brandon Gustafson

What does veteran RB Adrian Peterson bring to the Seahawks?

The Seahawks have a new RB in veteran Adrian Peterson, who signed to the practice squad. Jake Heaps breaks down how Peterson fits the team.

Jason Rantz

KTTH staff

Councilmember: Snohomish County sales tax increase getting 'rushed with minimal transparency'

Snohomish County Council could soon pass a 0.1% sales tax increase, as part of a process Councilmember Nate Nehring says is littered with issues.

Jason Rantz

Rantz: WSU amplifies claim that farmers markets, food charity are 'white supremacy' in action

Washington State University is amplifying claims that farmers markets and food charities are examples of "white supremacy" and "white dominant culture."

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.

Dave Ross

KIRO Radio staff

Mayfield: Far more than meets the eye when it comes to how we use emojis

We have words, yet sometimes they aren’t enough. That's where emojis come in, giving us a diverse way to express ourselves to loved ones.

KIRO Radio staff

Mayfield: What if we shared our grief with our holiday cheer this year?

Its December and holiday cheer is everywhere, but not for all of us. So, what if this season we shared the cheer and the grief?

MyNorthwest Staff

'Fingerprints of warming planet' amid Seattle area's year of record-breaking weather

When meteorologist Ted Buehner last joined KIRO Radio, the temperature was reaching triple digits. Five months later, there has been record rainfall.

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?

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

Implicating Washington’s abortion laws, Supreme Court debates Roe v. Wade

The US Supreme court is poised to undermine a landmark decision upholding a woman’s right to choose abortion, Roe v. Wade.

Gee and Ursula Show

Gee and Ursula: Is it too soon to return to in-person Santa photos?

Santa Claus is back to his normal December duties at local malls. But is it too soon for in-person photos, especially without masks?

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.

Podcasts

Listen to your favorite shows on your time.

Your Last Meal

Mike Salk

The Matt Hasselbeck Show