Former KIRO Newsradio Reporter

Josh Kerns

Josh Kerns was formerly a reporter for KIRO Newsradio.

Seahawks mascot keeps flying despite Multiple Sclerosis

Despite being diagnosed with MS, Ryan Asdourian hopes his role as the Seahawks mascot can help inspire others to support the fight against the debilitating disease.
15 years ago

Why renting might be better than buying

With home prices continuing to drop, many realtors say it's a great time to buy. But a noted Seattle real estate analyst says there are a number of good reasons to rent instead.
15 years ago

Prosecutor says homeowner ‘justified’ in killing of burglar

Pierce County Prosecutor Mark Lindquist says he will not file charges against a retired Puyallup police officer who shot and killed a would-be burglar.
15 years ago

ID thief sentenced to four years in prison

An identity thief who victimized over a dozen people, including four Kirkland police officers, has been sentenced to over four years in prison.
15 years ago

Local college cancels Mike Daisey commencement address

Seattle's Cornish College of the Arts has canceled the commencement address by theater artist Mike Daisy for admitting he lied about parts of his play about conditions at Apple's China plant.
15 years ago

Clint Eastwood’s son makes name for himself in music

It's pretty tough making a name for yourself with a famous father, especially someone as iconic as Clint Eastwood . But "Dirty Harry's" son Kyle is doing a pretty good job of it as he comes to town this weekend with his jazz combo.

15 years ago

Advisory panel calls arena plan ‘a solid proposal’

An advisory committee reviewing a proposal by hedge fund manager Chris Hansen to build a new Seattle arena has determined the plan is "solid" and worth pursuing.
15 years ago

Port of Seattle raises red flags about SoDo arena

The Port of Seattle is warning a new arena in Seattle's SODO district could threaten cargo operations, sending thousands of jobs and billions of dollars elsewhere.
15 years ago

Driver busted for using inflatable doll in HOV lane

A Renton man is facing a hefty fine after trying to sneak into the HOV lane with an inflatable doll as his passenger.
15 years ago

Scam Alert: Why you shouldn’t blindly trust Google

Assistant Attorney General Doug Walsh said the first result that comes up isn't often the most competitive . When Ron and Don Nation member Christina Youk got a flat tire on I-5 in Everett on a recent rainy drive home, she took out her iPhone and Googled "tow truck" and "Everett.
15 years ago

Bremerton boy apologizes for school shooting

The Bremerton boy who brought a gun to school that accidentally shot his third grade classmate has now written her an apology that has just been released.
15 years ago

Is it time to make state lawmakers sit together?

With the state legislature mired in the gridlock of a second special session this year, one former lawmaker says it's time to eliminate the aisle and make senators sit alphabetically.
15 years ago

Bremerton school shooting victim released from hospital

Amina Bowman nearly died on Feb. 22 when she was struck with a bullet from a gun that accidentally went off inside a fellow classmate's backpack. But, after nearly a month spent in the hospital, she got to go home on Tuesday.
15 years ago

Seahawks GM takes on new challenge: Autism

Seahawks GM John Schneider and his wife, Traci, have faced many challenges during his illustrious NFL career, but they say it's nothing like the one they've dedicated their lives to: treating and finding a cure for Autism.
15 years ago

Sacramento Kings owners issue new arena warning

The owners of Sacramento's NBA franchise issued a new warning on Monday: They won't go along with a new arena deal if they're expected to help pay.
15 years ago

Seattle considers cutting back trash pickup

The Seattle City Council is launching an experiment to see if people can get by with just two trash pickups a month instead of every week.
15 years ago

Tacoma mother says ‘voices’ told her to kill son

A Tacoma mother is now charged with first degree murder in the killing of her 2-year-old son.
15 years ago

You be the jury: Is Dori a selfish jerk for keeping parking spot?

It was a crowded weekend day when Dori headed for one of his infrequent forays to the Alderwood Mall. Somehow, he scored a primo parking spot right outside Nordstrom. As he returned to his car after shopping, he got a call he had to take (it was a college basketball coach Dori was wooing for […]
15 years ago

Seattle taking new steps to stop slum lords

In an effort to crack down on slum lords and substandard conditions, the city of Seattle is considering allowing random inspections of rentals and requiring landlords to register all properties.
15 years ago

The battle over “Bully” – Why the rating system is so wrong

The controversy continues over the new documentary “Bully” and the decision to release it without a rating after the Motion Picture Association of America gave it an R rating. Young people under the age of 17 would not be able to see it without an adult. At issue is the use of obscenities in several […]
15 years ago

Starbugs? Vegan launches recall campaign over Starbucks bug-based drink coloring

A lot of people are pretty bugged about Starbucks using crushed insects, or cochineal extract, to color strawberry drinks . And the creator of a growing online petition tells the Ross and Burbank Show she's calling on the company to stop using the extract in place of red dye.

15 years ago

Amazon building boom to last nearly a decade

Architects for Amazon.com's huge new downtown Seattle complex have revealed the project could take nearly a decade to complete.
15 years ago

You be the jury: Should accidental cat killer be charged with crime?

When Dori first built his backyard fish pond, he fell in love with his pet goldfish (Koi were too expensive and too much trouble.) So he was pretty disturbed to see a neighbor cat fishing for food, especially as the fish kept disappearing. And after chasing the cat away, only to see it back the […]
15 years ago

Microsoft stands up for “Bully” film

Microsoft has often been called a bully, but the company is coming to the aid of a new documentary about teenage bullying in the midst of a huge controversy over movie ratings.
15 years ago