Highlights from Gov. Jay Inslee’s education budget proposal
Gov. Jay Inslee is unveiling his budget ideas this week. He started going over dollars for education on Monday night.12 years ago
Elephant carolers appealing to Seattle mayor, council
Seattle's mayor and the city council will be serenaded by carolers Monday, but not in the traditional way.12 years ago
WSDOT says no, it’s not time to bury Bertha
After a year-long stall and another week of bad press, KIRO Radio's Dori Monson asks the head of the Washington State Department of Transportation again: Is it time to bury Bertha?12 years ago
Pete Carroll likens Seahawks management to marriage
Seahawks coach Pete Carroll says the dynamics that keep things running smoothly for ownership and management are not unlike a marriage.12 years ago
‘Tis the season for ugly sweaters at thrift shops
Ugly Christmas Sweater season is upon us with this weekend and the next no doubt filled with parties featuring the vintage wears. The tradition is a gold mine for local thrift stores, who depend on the business and prepare for it year round.12 years ago
Powerful wind storm knocks out power to thousands in Puget Sound
Thousands of people are still without power as utility crews rush to cut up trees and make repairs to downed lines.12 years ago
Forecasters expect high winds in series of storms
Forecasters say a strong windstorm headed our way could topple large trees and cause problems for drivers during the evening commute, especially from Seattle northward.12 years ago
Autistic boy reportedly put in isolation room 100 times; is this school’s fault?
Parents at a Redmond school are not happy after learning their autistic son has reportedly been placed in a carpeted isolation room 100 times this year.12 years ago
Dori Monson Show debate: Is the American Dream dead?
A UC Davis Economics professor has declared the American Dream dead, but not everyone agrees.12 years ago
Bellingham parents defend parenting practices as state takes away 3 children
A Bellingham couple said they had their three children ripped from their arms by Child Protective Services because they had a home birth and believe in holistic medicine.12 years ago
Catch a movie on a stranger’s couch this weekend
Private residences will be opening their doors to Couch Fest Film festival goers around Seattle this Saturday.12 years ago
Police chase prompts lockdown at Kentwood High School
Kentwood High School was locked down Friday morning after a suspect evaded police and ran onto campus.12 years ago
Actress’ father says police were lazy in investigation of her disappearance
The father of actress Misty Upham remains frustrated with how the case was handled after learning her death appears to be accidental.12 years ago
Phoenix Jones: Criminals taking advantage of Seattle cops busy with protests
While Seattle police are busy trying to keep the peace during protests, criminals are taking advantage of their absence, according to crime-fighting Seattle superhero Phoenix Jones.12 years ago
Activists not giving up on Seattle’s elephants; disrupt zoo meeting
Activists who pushed for Seattle's Woodland Park Zoo to shut down the elephant display are trying to persuade the zoo to move the pachyderms to a sanctuary.12 years ago
Tom Tangney: Closure of Harvard Exit Theatre is a great loss
Another notable Seattle movie theater is closing its doors and Tom Tangney says it's a great loss.12 years ago
Dori Monson: Phinneywood, get some real monkeys
After hearing about "festive monkeys" arriving in the Phinney Ridge and Greenwood neighborhoods for the holidays, KIRO Radio's Dori Monson was excited.12 years ago
Burien police detain suspect in attempted gun heist at Big 5
Deputies have detained a man at a Big 5 store in Burien where police say he crashed a car and tried stealing the store's gun supply early Tuesday morning.12 years ago
John Curley assumes homicide rates will drop Thursday as gun background checks expand
The gun background check initiative approved by voters in November will take effect this Thursday.12 years ago
Jesse Jackson visits Seattle, speaks out about Michael Brown case
The Reverend Jesse Jackson spoke to the congregation at Mount Zion Baptist Church in Seattle on Sunday.12 years ago
Teaser offers glimpse of latest ‘Star Wars’ movie
It's only about 90 seconds long, but a new teaser offers a glimpse of the latest Star Wars movie.12 years ago
Cold front brings chance of snow in convergence zone
Temperatures will fall into the lower to mid-30's Friday evening. The drop in temperatures may produce some snow from north Seattle up through Arlington.12 years ago
Is there a way to win in a political argument at the Thanksgiving table?
The Thanksgiving table is ripe for political arguments with relatives and friends, and New York Magazine is boasting a strategy to get you the win. KIRO Radio's Tom & Curley Show decided to take a look at the list and see how likely it is to lead you to political victory at the table.12 years ago
