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Seattle school cancels event after security threat, BLM controversy

John Muir Elementary teachers plan to wear Black Lives Matter shirts Friday in hopes of starting a conversation. But at least one parent is concerned.
10 years ago

Is progress tearing down the Seattle dive bar?

The debate: Can a Seattle dive bar be historic? And could saving them be the best way to preserve the culture of developing neighborhoods?
10 years ago

How will an Uber driverless car handle Seattle’s polite drivers?

The Uber driverless car has hit the roads in Pittsburgh, but it might need some extra programming before it takes on Seattle's quirky drivers.
10 years ago

Bill Bryant faces criticism over income tax claims

Washington gubernatorial candidate Bill Bryant says that Gov. Jay Inslee is in favor of adding a state income tax but KIRO Radio's Zak Burns challenged the claims.
10 years ago

Garfield High School adds security after shooting near playground

Police are investigating a shooting near Garfield High School in Seattle's Central District on Monday afternoon. A teen was taken to the hospital with a shoulder injury.
10 years ago

Dawn Wells (Mary Ann) tells Dori she still has her Gilligan’s Island short-shorts

On her trip to Seattle, the actress who played Mary Ann on Gilligan's Island told Dori about what made her short-shorts so titillating and how TV today has gone "downhill."
10 years ago

Gary Johnson refuses to take pot shots on Hillary Clinton’s health

Libertarian presidential candidate Gary Johnson spoke with KIRO Radio's Dori Monson about a wide range of issues, including Aleppo, Hillary Clinton's health and late-term abortion.
10 years ago

Lt. Gov. candidate Cyrus Habib makes bet with Todd Herman

Todd Herman challenged Lt. Gov. candidate Cyrus Habib about a comment related to signing bills that the Democrat personally disagreed with.
10 years ago

Pearl Jam’s Mike McCready to perform national anthem at Safeco

With the Star Spangled Banner taking new meaning over the last month, Pearl Jam guitarist Mike McCready will take center stage at Safeco Field later this week.
10 years ago

Mayor Murray’s solution to Seattle rent increases met with criticism

KIRO Radio's Jason Rantz and Zak Burns look at the criticisms directed at Mayor Ed Murray's plan to counter Seattle rent increases.
10 years ago

Washington teachers need to talk about 2016 election

A report that explains why Washington teachers are dodging the topic of the presidential election has baffled KIRO Radio's Jason Rantz and Zak Burns.
10 years ago

Dori Monson to interview Gary Johnson

Libertarian Party candidate Gary Johnson will talk to KIRO Radio's Dori Monson on Monday.
10 years ago

Ann Coulter defends sad appearance on ‘Roast for Rob Lowe’

Ann Coulter defends a recent appearance on a comedy roast for actor Rob Lowe, among other things. Also, she still stands for Donald Trump.
10 years ago

Gentrification fliers in Central District dismiss Jewish history

Activists struck at Uncle Ike's again citing gentrification in the Central District. KIRO Radio's "Jason and Burns" see some problems with the argument.
10 years ago

Watch: Cotton candy girl at Safeco conquers internet with sugar high

An adorable 3-year-old named Beatrix ate cotton candy for the first time. The Mariners hit a grand slam. The rest is internet history.
10 years ago

Jolt of support: Bellingham man adds electricity to Trump signs

A Bellingham man who was sick of seeing his Donald Trump signs stolen from his yard created a shocking system to deter thieves.
10 years ago

Video: Mariners’ ‘bad dancer’ still bustin’ moves

The Mariners' legendary 'bad dancer' returned to Safeco Field Sunday and had a protégée at his heels. Check out the video from the team.
10 years ago

In politics, is the release of tax returns overrated?

Tax returns show that Gov. Jay Inslee earns and donates to charity much less and than his gubernatorial opponent. Does that matter?
10 years ago

Washington State Patrol K-9 narcotics officer dies from cancer

K-9 Officer Ice was a 9.5-year-old black lab-pit bull mix that had been with the Washington State Patrol since being rescued in 2008.
10 years ago

Dori is not expecting to resume role for Bill Nye the Science Guy

Bill Nye is coming back with a new science-based series for kids, but don't expect to see Dori Monson reprising his role on the old show.
10 years ago

Disgraced Bothell teacher: Charge him or set up a GoFundMe?

John Curley thinks lessons from "It's a Wonderful Life" could help prosecutors decide whether to file charges against Bothell teacher Cal Pygott for a failed suicide attempt.
10 years ago

Former Seahawk Nate Boyer: I applaud Colin Kaepernick’s courage

Former Green Beret Nate Boyer, who tried out as a long-snapper with the Seahawks, said he fought for the freedom of people like Kaepernick to sit during the national anthem.
10 years ago

What to expect for Labor Day weekend ferry travel

Thousands of Washingtonians are hitting the road, and the water, for one last summer trip over this Labor Day weekend. This is what to expect.
10 years ago

Washington state’s Evan McMullin makes his presidential pitch

Independent presidential candidate Evan McMullin, who grew up in Auburn, tells KTTH's Todd Herman about his bid for the White House.
10 years ago