Former KIRO Newsradio Reporter

Josh Kerns

Josh Kerns was formerly a reporter for KIRO Newsradio.

Court upholds $13 million judgment for “Dancing Firefighter”

A former Seattle firefighter accused of faking his injuries to win millions of dollars in a suit against the City has been vindicated by the State Court of Appeals.
15 years ago

Washington state gains popularity for presidential hopefuls

With so many presidential hopefuls flocking to our state, Washington lately looks a lot like New Hampshire or Iowa. But why do we suddenly matter in the race for the White House?
15 years ago

DUI loophole allows huffing behind the wheel

Inhaling chemicals and driving is on the rise, and prosecutors and lawmakers are racing to close a loophole in DUI laws after learning "huffing" isn't covered.
15 years ago

Want to live in Ireland? British TV looking for Seattle families to swap lives

If you've ever wanted to be Irish for a week, now's your chance. A British TV company is looking for Seattle families to swap lives with a twin town in Ireland.
15 years ago

Scam alert: Don’t pay for help with your home loan

Distressed homeowners in our state are about to get millions in help. But the AG's office warns scammers are close behind.
15 years ago

You can do better than flowers, chocolate for Valentine’s Day

While many guys will be racing to the grocery store for last minute Valentine's Day gifts, local love experts argue it's time to ditch the flowers and canned card if you really want to say "I love you."
15 years ago

Microsoft health venture to employ 750 in Redmond

Microsoft's new health venture with GE "Caradigm" will create at least 750 jobs in Redmond to start.
15 years ago

Mac cultists go crazy over iPad 3 rumors

The internet is abuzz over reports a new iPad is coming in March. But what fuels the passions of the cult of Mac?
15 years ago

Westboro Baptist opts for radio interview over funeral protest

The tiny, gay-hating Westboro Baptist Church is setting its sights on Saturday's funeral for Braden and Charlie Powell, killed by their father in last weekend's horrible tragedy.
15 years ago

What kind of training did 911 operator undergo?

While officials won't offer specifics about a 911 operator who handled calls in the Josh Powell case, a supervisor with Pierce County 911 offers insights into the training and procedures at the center.
15 years ago

Did the 911 operator mishandle social worker’s call in Powell case?

Numerous questions are being raised about the handling of 9-1-1 calls by operators in the Josh Powell tragedy. But experts caution it's too early to say if anyone actually failed to act properly.
15 years ago

‘App Economy’ creates thousands of local jobs

A new study says the economy growing around the rise of apps has led to thousands of local jobs since the advent of the iPhone.
15 years ago

Online community pushes renewed search for missing toddler

While the mother of missing 2-year-old Sky Metalwala remains uncooperative, an online community is pushing law enforcement to do more, including arresting her in hopes of learning the truth.
15 years ago

Behind the story with Sheriff’s spokesman Ed Troyer

Whenever something tragic happens in Pierce County, Det. Sgt. Ed Troyer becomes the official voice of the department, and the victim's. He takes us inside how he handles a seemingly endless dose of distress.
15 years ago

Report: Amazon to open Seattle storefront

Online retail giant Amazon.com is reportedly planning a Seattle retail outlet to sell its Kindle devices and higher end items.
15 years ago

Drunk driver pleads guilty to fatal road rage crash

A 56-year-old drunk driver who smashed into and killed a beloved Google engineer in Kirkland during a road rage incident has pleaded guilty. Family members are outraged he may only serve up to four years in prison.
15 years ago

Support rolls into local Planned Parenthood after Komen cuts funding

The Susan G. Komen Foundation's decision to cut funding for Planned Parenthood is prompting many local women to drop support for the breast cancer organization and rally behind Planned Parenthood instead.
15 years ago

Like it or not, your Facebook profile is about to change

Facebook is set to convert all users to its new "Timeline" display. But experts say you better take some steps to make sure your past doesn't come back to bite you.
15 years ago

Seattle taking applications to move billboards you hate

If a billboard inside Seattle city limits bothers you, did you know you can apply to get it moved? But the window is closing fast.
15 years ago

Judge denies custody to Josh Powell

A Tacoma judge has ordered the children of missing Puyallup woman Susan Powell remain in the custody of her parents rather than their father Josh.
15 years ago

Microsoft to axe several hundred employees

Microsoft is reportedly set to layoff several hundred employees as part of an overhaul of its worldwide marketing operations.
15 years ago

Seattle launches major blitz to lure West Coast tourists

A newly formed group of Seattle hotels and tourist destinations is taking over a San Francisco BART subway station as part of a massive new West Coast tourism push.
15 years ago

Pack your knives; Seattle is a finalist to host Top Chef

Seattle could be the setting for the next season of the popular TV series Top Chef, if the city can come up with enough cash to convince producers to shoot here.
15 years ago

Seattle Schools seek waiver to avoid making up snow days

The Seattle School District is seeking a waiver to avoid making up two more snow days lost during the winter storm.
15 years ago