Don: SPD officer demoted in racial stomping incident has more than paid his punishment
It's been nearly two years since Seattle police detective Shandy Cobane was caught on camera and suspended for stomping on a Latino suspect's leg and shouting he was going to "beat the (expletive) Mexican piss" out of him in April 2010. And KIRO Radio's Don O'Neill is criticizing a new report that says Cobane has been given a "plum assignment" in the SPD robbery unit.14 years ago
Washington lawmakers consider allowing digital billboards
The ongoing fight over digital billboards is heating up again in our state, as the Washington State Legislature is considering allowing what critics call "televisions on sticks" along state highways.14 years ago
Sacramento Kings watch: Mayor says still not time to announce major investors
Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson now says he hopes to announce the major equity partners backing an effort to buy the Kings by next week, saying they continue to "do their due diligence."14 years ago
Accused Seattle cop killer to pursue insanity defense
Lawyers for the man accused of killing a Seattle police officer and wounding another on Halloween night in 2009 say Christopher Monfort plans to plead not guilty by reason of insanity.14 years ago
Did you catch Seahawk Russell Wilson’s Super Bowl commercial cameo?
We would have rather seen him throwing on the field, but the Seahawks' Russell Wilson did make a Super Bowl cameo Sunday, appearing briefly in a commercial for American Family Insurance.14 years ago
Still no Mayor McGinn; Challenger Burgess questions gun buybacks
While Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn continues refusing to discuss guns with Ron and Don, City Councilman and mayoral candidate Tim Burgess questioned gun buybacks and promised a new police chief in an interview Friday.14 years ago
‘Godfathers of Grunge’: Seattle’s Mudhoney roars again
Seattle's Mudhoney is storming back into the spotlight with a new album and a highly anticipated show with the legendary Sonics.14 years ago
Snohomish County cops searching for missing mom
The search is on in Snohomish County for a missing 28-year-old mom who hasn't been seen since Jan. 11.14 years ago
Take your pantry from ordinary to extraordinary
With just a few extra items added to your pantry, it's easy to have all the ingredients on hand to quickly turn any meal from ordinary to extraordinary.14 years ago
Why proposal to hold kids back who fail reading test doesn’t pencil out
If a kid can't pass a reading test after third-grade, should they be held back? A number of lawmakers think that could be the solution to students who aren't keeping up. But critics argue it's too little, too late.14 years ago
Why won’t Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn debate gun buyback with KIRO Radio’s Ron and Don?
Seattle mayor Mike McGinn's plans to stage another gun buyback is drawing sharp criticism from Ron and Don. And the mayor refuses to come on KIRO Radio's Ron and Don Show to talk about.14 years ago
Hansen deal to buy NBA’s Sacramento Kings could go public
In the latest twist in the ongoing saga of the Sacramento Kings, a federal bankruptcy judge in Sacramento has denied a requested deadline extension of the sale of a 7 percent stake in the team owned by a bankrupt investor.14 years ago
How Seattle’s Macklemore made it to the top of the Billboard charts
Seattle's Macklemore and Ryan Lewis are atop the Billboard charts for the second straight week with their hilarious and infectious hit "Thrift Shop." It's an impressive feat for anyone. But extraordinary considering the duo have done it all themselves without a record label or major money behind them.14 years ago
Batman brings more hope to young Seattle cancer patient
The Dark Knight is bringing more light to a young Seattle cancer patient, as actor Christian Bale again surprised 8-year-old Zach Guillot with a care package full of Batman memorabilia.14 years ago
Luke Burbank: Why tolling I-90 is unfair
While many Mercer Islanders are angry about talk of tolling I-90 between Seattle and the Eastside, KIRO Radio's Luke Burbank argues the toll would be unfair to thousands of other struggling drivers on both sides of the water.14 years ago
Canada kills the penny; should we follow?
Canada is saying "so long" to the penny, ending distribution of the one cent coin after Feb 4. And KIRO Radio's Luke Burbank says it's time for the U.S. to follow.14 years ago
Lack of penalties encouraging young criminals to keep using guns
It takes five convictions before a juvenile is sentenced to long term punishment for illegally possessing a gun. But King County Prosecutor Dan Satterberg is trying to change that.14 years ago
Don: Seattle’s gun buyback a “circus” that did more harm than good
Seattle Police and Mayor Mike McGinn are calling the city's Saturday gun buyback an overwhelming "success." But KIRO Radio's Don O'Neill calls it something else. And suffice it to say it's not favorable.14 years ago
Thieves increasingly cutting, stealing old-growth trees to fund drug habits
A KIRO Radio listener is just the latest victim of a growing crime wave: tree theft.14 years ago
Soundgarden rocks Segways in new Dave Grohl-directed video
Soundgarden fans can hardly wait for the legendary Seattle band's return to town Feb. 7 and 8 at the Paramount. In the meantime, they're giving them plenty of chuckles and generating plenty of buzz with their new video for the song "By Crooked Steps."14 years ago
Sacramento ‘whale’ watch: Fitness magnate meets with Kings investors, mayor
24 Hour Fitness magnate Mark Mastrov reportedly met Monday with investors and Sacramento's mayor, the latest indication the city will mount a serious challenge to the deal to bring the Kings to Seattle.14 years ago
Luke has a close call with deadly Seattle bar shooting
A shooting at a Central Area bar Sunday night that left one man dead and two others injured has KIRO Radio's Luke Burbank feeling especially grateful to be alive after realizing he came close to being there at the time.14 years ago
Sacramento “whale” watch: Billionaire reportedly meets with NBA
Numerous sources say Billionaire Ron Burkle met Thursday with NBA Commissioner David Stern to talk about buying the Sacramento Kings and building a new downtown arena, further complicating the deal to sell the team to a group of Seattle investors led by Chris Hansen.14 years ago
