Rantz: Costco coronavirus plan cites ‘equity’ in remarkably bad decision
Costco is reportedly refusing to heed public health requests when it comes to staffing during the coronavirus crisis. Why? Equity, of course!7 years ago
Rantz: Seattle’s ‘The Stranger’ asks for donations during coronavirus crisis
Seattle's alt-weekly newspaper The Stranger posted a plea for donations to help it survive the coronavirus crisis. We should step up and help them because diversity of opinion in the media is important.7 years ago
Rantz: Are Seattle-area movie theaters safe or banned during coronavirus?
After Governor Jay Inslee announced restrictions on social gatherings over 250, with more severe restrictions in King County, some wondered if movie theaters were impacted by the coronavirus guidance.7 years ago
Rantz: Sloppy messaging by Inslee creates confusion on coronavirus
Governor Jay Inslee announced emergency measures to stall the spread and mitigate the impact of coronavirus. But some unintentional, sloppy messaging created unnecessary confusion. It needs to be addressed before it turns into panic.7 years ago
Rantz: Coronavirus scare foreshadows impacts if Amazon leaves Seattle
The coronavirus has had a direct -- and indirect -- impact on Seattle businesses. It should be seen as foreshadowing what would happen to Seattle if Amazon is pushed away by a greedy, anti-business city.7 years ago
Rantz: ‘Violent’ anti-Semitic Antifa activist released by Seattle judge
A "violent" anti-Semitic Antifa activist yet again escaped serious consequences for his conduct thanks to a Seattle judge.7 years ago
Rantz: Seattle Schools needlessly exposing kids to coronavirus over social justice
Seattle Public Schools are needlessly exposing children to the coronavirus thanks to a social justice lens they use to make district-wide decisions.7 years ago
Rantz: Seattle buses still filthy during coronavirus scare
King County Metro promised to clean their buses daily to help stem the outbreak of coronaavirus. They're not doing a very good job in Seattle.7 years ago
Rantz: Lack of leadership by Jay Inslee creates conflicting coronavirus advice
Washington is suffering from a lack of a singular leader and message as we deal with a worsening coronavirus outbreak. Often, the guidance is either conflicting and nonsensical, or it seems rushed, indicating a lack of planning.7 years ago
Rantz: Sen. Patty Murray condemned for ‘cheap’ shot against Trump over coronavirus
While most of the Washington delegation has forgone attacking the president in the last 48 hours, Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) stood out for her "cheap" political shots. Now, she's getting called out as both Republicans and Democrats hope to come together.7 years ago
Rantz: Dem senator slams Amazon staffing decision, but forces own staff to brave coronavirus
State Sen. Karen Keiser criticized Amazon for having some of its employees work from home, while keeping janitors, warehouse attendants, and delivery drivers at work.7 years ago
Rantz: Seattle unifies to mock coronavirus ‘ghost town’ report by NBC News
NBC News is being incessantly mocked for a remarkably stupid headline claiming fears of the coronavirus have turned Seattle into a "ghost town" when, well, it's not. Not even a little.7 years ago
Rantz: I think I have the coronavirus — so does ‘John’
I think I have the coronavirus. I mean, I don't have it, but I think I do. Or maybe I do have it and I'm right to think I do. Honestly, I don't know.7 years ago
Rantz: Lunatics pretend Seattle homeless aren’t more at-risk for coronavirus
A Seattle city councilmember pretends the homeless population isn't more at-risk for catching and spreading coronavirus than other populations. This thinking is flat-out dangerous.7 years ago
Rantz: Seattle’s homeless pose serious coronavirus threat
As the coronavirus spreads in King County, killing six, it's clear that we're not ready for how Seattle's out-of-control homelessness will worsen the crisis.7 years ago
Rantz: Classless Jay Inslee embarrasses WA with coronavirus insult at VP Pence
A classless Governor Jay Inslee opted to push aside genuine concern over the coronavirus, for a cheap and unnecessary shot at Vice President Mike Pence.7 years ago
Rantz: Washington Dem chair Tina Podlowdowski caught in humiliating lie
Washington State Democratic party chair Tina Podlodowski was caught in a humiliating lie. It was made worse by doubling down when called out.7 years ago
Rantz: University of Washington staff, students declare war on law enforcement
The University of Washington (UW), through their irrationally woke staff and students, have declared war on law enforcement.7 years ago
Rantz: Kennedy Catholic president placed on leave after pushing out gay staffers
Mike Prato, president of Kennedy Catholic High School in Burien, has been placed on a leave of absence for the remainder of the school year.7 years ago
Rantz: Highway 99 tunnel cripples Seattle police radios
The Seattle Police Department quietly suffered significant radio interference, raising safety questions as authorities have looked for answers.7 years ago
Rantz: Unhinged Seattle activist videoed during terrifying tirade
A Seattle environmentalist unloaded in a lengthy, unhinged tirade against conservative Todd Myers. It was all caught on video.7 years ago
Rantz: Should the GOP create chaos in Dem Washington primary?
The Washington state primary actually matters this year. But should Republicans cause problems to help ensure President Donald Trump is re-elected?7 years ago
Rantz: SnoCo Exec squeezed mental health fund to pay friend’s big salary
Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers squeezed a dwindling mental health and chemical dependency fund to pay his political ally's high salary.7 years ago