Former KIRO Newsradio Reporter

Josh Kerns

Josh Kerns was formerly a reporter for KIRO Newsradio.

Women who rock take center stage in new EMP Museum exhibition

As the old saying goes, "You've come a long way baby." And that's certainly the case for women in popular music, who get their due in "Women Who Rock: Vision, Passion, Power" the new EMP Museum exhibit.
13 years ago

Grads, construction to make for weekend traffic across Puget Sound

Grads, dads and a healthy dose of construction are combining to make for a busy weekend on area roadways.
13 years ago

Microsoft takes new shot at iPad with Siri’s help

When it comes to tablets, the iPad remains far and away the world's top seller. But you have to give Microsoft points for continuing to bring the fight to Apple.
13 years ago

Lookout for Sandy lemons – Ron and Don’s guide to used car buying

With Washington's Attorney General warning to be on the lookout for used cars damaged in Superstorm Sandy, KIRO Radio's Ron and Don are joining the chorus of caution.
13 years ago

Search to resume for missing woman on naked ‘spiritual quest’ in Washington forest

The search will resume Saturday for a woman who disappeared after setting off naked on a "spiritual quest" in the forest of Southwest Washington.
13 years ago

Huge whale found beached on Washington coast

Researchers are trying to determine what killed a huge whale found beached Thursday along the Washington Coast.
13 years ago

Controversy over ‘Redskins’ name heats up in both Washingtons

The controversy over Native American mascots is reaching a fever pitch in both Washington's, amidst calls to drop the Redskins moniker from Port Townsend's high school and Washington D.C's NFL team.
13 years ago

State Patrol says nothing wrong with Sound Transit bus that killed two in Kirkland crash

Despite a driver's claims of brake failure, the State Patrol says inspections found no problems with the Sound Transit bus that crashed into an SUV in Kirkland last month killing two people.
13 years ago

Hurricane Sandy damaged cars resurfacing in Washington

Remember those pictures of all the flooded cars after Hurricane Sandy hit the East Coast? The Attorney General's Office and Better Business Bureau warned Thursday some are showing up for sale in Washington state.
13 years ago

Sea-Tac Airport passengers stuck in massive security lines

Those warnings about giving yourself plenty of time before your flight should definitely be heeded these days at Sea-Tac Airport, where travelers are facing massive security lines.
13 years ago

New report says Chris Hansen in talks with NBA for expansion team

Let the speculation start again. Just weeks after the NBA voted down Chris Hansen's effort to buy the Sacramento Kings and move the team to Seattle, there's word Hansen has begun "productive talks" with the league about bringing an expansion team to town.
13 years ago

Man clinging to life after accident near Seattle intersection of deadly DUI crash

A man is clinging to life after a car struck him in northeast Seattle, just two blocks from the scene of a deadly drunk driving crash earlier this year that killed two people and left their daughter and grandson critically injured.
13 years ago

Search continues for naked woman on ‘spiritual quest’ in SW Washington forest

The search continues for a 19-year-old woman who set out naked on a "spiritual quest" in the forest of southwest Washington.
13 years ago

Opera singer turned CEO sounds unique note for Seattle company

When it comes to getting attention for his Seattle-based technology company, Peter Hamilton knows how to get heard above the noise. After all, he's likely one of the only business leaders' who used to make his living singing opera.
13 years ago

Small business owner argues against Seattle ‘second chance bill’

Small business owner Brian Robinson isn't necessarily opposed to hiring someone with a criminal record, but he's frustrated a new bill just passed by the Seattle City Council won't even let him ask about it until after an initial screening.
13 years ago

State says temp I-5 bridge over Skagit River ready next week

State transportation officials say the Interstate 5 bridge over the Skagit River should reopen sometime next week after finishing the installation of a temporary span to replace the collapsed bridge.
13 years ago

Federal Way school track mistakenly torn up by confused contractor

A contractor in Federal Way has made some extra work for himself and a mess for the school district after tearing up a big chunk of the running track at the wrong school.
13 years ago

Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn agrees to close Nickelsville homeless camp

Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn says he'll close the Nickelsville homeless encampment by Sept. 1 after a majority of Seattle City Councilmembers sent a letter Monday calling for its closure.
13 years ago

Single woman says Seattle men are too timid

Nothing sums up Danielle Campoamor's dating experiences since moving from Alaska to Seattle than the meeting that ultimately led to her first relationship. And she says it's a sad commentary on the state of Seattle men.
13 years ago

Don’t be scared to try canning your own food

With strawberries, cherries, rhubarb and other fruits and vegetables coming into season, it's not too soon to start thinking about what to do with it all.
13 years ago

Brent Amaker and the Rodeo pushing limits of Western sound

If you've driven past Neumos on Capitol Hill lately, you can't help but notice the mural covering the entire building. It's just the latest eye-catcher from Seattle's most unconventional country infused outfit Brent Amaker and the Rodeo.
13 years ago

Interview: Macklemore’s manager shares the secret to their success

Seattle's Macklemore and Ryan Lewis top the Billboard charts for another week with "Can't Hold Us." But what's the secret to their success? Their manager Zach Quillen offered some insights on Seattle Sounds.
13 years ago

Not even massive blood loss slows these hardcore Seahawks fans

When it comes to the Deadliest Catch few are as dedicated to the task at hand as the crew of the F/V Time Bandit. Unless the Seattle Seahawks are playing, in which case not so much.
13 years ago

Mariners find excruciating new way to break fans’ hearts

Just when you think the Mariners can't cause their fans any more heartbreak, they come up with an agonizing and record breaking way to lose another game.
13 years ago