Former KIRO Newsradio Reporter

Josh Kerns

Josh Kerns was formerly a reporter for KIRO Newsradio.

Russell Wilson gets best of Peyton Manning again

Russell Wilson has again gotten the best of Peyton Manning, this time jumping past the Broncos quarterback to become the most popular NFL player in the sales of jerseys and other licensed products.
12 years ago

Ex-con accused of plotting ‘carnage’ by blowing up Shelton Walmart

An ex-con who was just released from prison now faces new charges for trying to blow up a Shelton Walmart and kill as many people as possible.
12 years ago

Fred Hutch going into tech business with ‘SmartQuit’ smoking cessation app

Seattle's Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research is getting into the tech business, partnering with a Seattle company to bring what it says is the first smartphone-delivered app scientifically proven to help smokers quit.
12 years ago

Earl Thomas gets pulled over on way to his own Seahawks press conference

Earl Thomas hates being late to anything. So you can imagine how he felt Tuesday morning waiting on his family to get over to the Seahawks headquarters for a press conference announcing the signing of his big contract extension.
12 years ago

‘Primitive’ roadway opening to provide local access through Oso mudslide area

Drivers trying to get around the Oso mudslide will get a "primitive connection" starting Monday at midnight, as the Washington Department of Transportation opens a one-lane road to allow local residents to get between Arlington and Darrington.
12 years ago

Bertha’s little sister set to begin new tunnel beneath Seattle

While Bertha remains bogged down, another tunnel machine is getting set to head under Seattle with a proven track record of success that puts the higher profile drill to shame.
12 years ago

National Weather Service confirms tornado hit Pierce County

The National Weather Service has confirmed it was a tornado that touched down in Eatonville in Pierce County Sunday evening, tearing the roof off a carport and tossing it about 100 feet from the home.
12 years ago

Richard Sherman talks trash about cancer in new video

Richard Sherman is talking trash again, and his latest target could be his toughest yet - cancer.
12 years ago

Richard Sherman’s dad wants you to win his truck

Richard Sherman's dad isn't shy about letting people know his son is the Seahawks' standout. And now he's offering his custom ride emblazoned with his son's likeness in a raffle to help raise money for Richard's foundation.
12 years ago

Google’s self-driving car getting smarter in the city

Google says its self driving car is getting a smarter and safer as the company continues refining its fleet of automated vehicles.
12 years ago

Search for Oso mudslide victims officially called off with two still missing

The active search for victims in the Oso mudslide has now officially come to an end with two still missing in the debris, Snohomish County officials announced Monday.
12 years ago

Mukilteo student working tirelessly to put Kenyan girls through school

Tiffany Coons and her friend Heather Pearson always had an interest in helping others. But little did they know an article in a teen magazine would set them on a course to change the lives of girls half a world away.
12 years ago

No peanuts or Cracker Jack in special Mariners section Sunday

There won't be any peanuts or Cracker Jack at the old ball game Sunday at Safeco Field, and that's good news for Mariners fans who usually have to stay away because of peanut allergies.
12 years ago

‘Superwoman’ mom pleads not guilty to blowing up home, fraud

A Puyallup woman who was called "Superwoman" by firefighters for saving her young son seconds before a home explosion has now been arrested for starting the fire that destroyed her home.
12 years ago

Kshama Sawant blasts Seattle mayor’s delayed plan for $15 minimum wage

Seattle Mayor Ed Murray said he'll extend the deadline for a committee to come up with a proposal for raising the city's minimum wage before announcing a plan of his own. But Socialist City Councilmember Kshama Sawant said the mayor's effort has already failed.
12 years ago

Kent parents, teachers say special ed students disruptive, dangerous in classroom

Teachers and parents in Kent complain some students with special needs are causing problems in the classroom that threaten the safety and learning of others, and they're demanding the district do more to handle the problem.
12 years ago

Did President Obama’s mispronunciation of Oso tarnish his mudslide visit?

President Obama had plenty of heartfelt words as he spoke at the Oso firehouse after touring the mudslide debris field. But his remarks are being overshadowed because he mispronounced Oso several times during his comments.
12 years ago

Seattle Tunnel Contractor seeks $125 million from WSDOT for Bertha repairs

The head of the Seattle tunnel project says getting Bertha moving again could cost around $125 million.
12 years ago

Seahawks Russell Wilson most popular pro athlete in Washington state

He's only been in town for a couple of years, but there's no doubt Russell Wilson is far and away the most popular athlete in the state.
12 years ago

Nevada man sues Seahawks, NFL for $40 million over limiting playoff ticket sales

A Nevada man says the Seahawks, NFL, Ticketmaster and others committed fraud by limiting ticket sales to the Pacific Northwest for the NFC Championship Game against the 49ers.
12 years ago

49ers fans angry new subway trains sport Seahawks colors

The football rivalry between San Francisco and Seattle now extends to the region's Bay Area Rapid Transit system, with some fans up in arms new trains are getting decked out with seats in the Seahawks colors.
12 years ago

Boston Strong: Tacoma amputee finishes Boston Marathon

The inspirational story of former soldier Edward Lychik added another unbelievable chapter after the amputee we first introduced you to last week successfully completed the Boston Marathon Monday.
12 years ago

A Bertha timeline: From conception to today

A deep-bored tunnel to replace the Alaskan Way Viaduct was first approved by state and local officials in January 2009, and was originally scheduled to open by the end of 2015.
12 years ago

Seafair apologizes, allows Fallen Heroes banners in Torchlight Parade

Leaders of Seafair say they've taken negative feedback to heart and will now allow a military group to participate in this year's Torchlight Parade.
12 years ago