Seattle U professor: Why Pope Francis is talking about the devil
Pope Francis has a lot of non-Catholic fans, who respond positively to his views on wealth, contraception, and gay marriage. But the new- school pope is still fighting something those more liberal followers tend to dismiss: an old-school Devil.13 years ago
Author Sherman Alexie joins ‘Colbert Report’ to encourage Amazon boycott
Local author Sherman Alexie says you shouldn't be shopping at Amazon - for anything.13 years ago
Woman works to create teen experiences for teen moms in Snohomish County
The rate of teens becoming parents has declined dramatically. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the teen birth rate is down more than 50 percent since its peak in 1991 and last year it declined again.13 years ago
Lombardi Trophy makers, Tiffany & Co., have something for Seahawks fans
The forgers of professional football's most prized possession, the Vince Lombardi Trophy, are ready to gussy up the 12th Man for next season, with a set of wine glasses.13 years ago
State rep. planning to push for $12 minimum wage for Washington
Will Washington state be next to see an increase in the minimum wage? Rep. Jessyn Farrell (D-46th District Lake Forest Park, Kenmore) is trying to take the momentum from the approval of a minimum wage increase in Seattle and make it work in the state legislature.13 years ago
Seattle boring machine Bertha is now ‘Christine’
A vote of Dori Monson Show listeners has decided the boring machine called Bertha will now be known as Christine.13 years ago
Mariners announcer on flubbed call: ‘I popped a hamstring’
Kyle Seager had a huge game Monday night for the Mariners, with two triples, a double, and a three-run home run that helped lift Seattle to a 10-2 win over the Yankees. But one part of the game is overshadowing Seager's big night.13 years ago
Seattle business owner says $15 minimum wage threatens her future
A Seattle business owner says she doesn't know where she'll get the money to cover the city's newly approved $15 minimum wage.13 years ago
Know your weather terms: onshore vs offshore flow
The forecast this week reads, 'morning clouds with afternoon clearing each day.' The morning clouds are the result of onshore flow - the flow of air near the surface from the Pacific Ocean into western Washington.13 years ago
Soldier who claims to have served with Bergdahl says calling him a hero is out of the question
Questions loom over the swap of Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl for five high-level members of Taliban. Opposite sides of a national debate are arguing about whether Bergdahl should be hailed as a hero or tried in court as a deserter, or worse.13 years ago
Mom pens letter to classmates of son who died after fall at Seattle’s Gas Works Park
A mother who lost her son two years ago when he fell off a fuel tank at Gas Works Park while on a road trip with friends has written an open letter to her son's classmates with a touching message of inspiration that reminds anyone who reads it how fragile life is.13 years ago
Vote: It’s time to rename Bertha
KIRO Radio's Dori Monson says it's time to rename Bertha. Vote now on what you think the new Seattle tunnel-boring machine's name should be.13 years ago
Seattle offers permits to close streets for play
"Game on." Kids may not have to interrupt their games for cars anymore with the new "Play Streets" program in Seattle.13 years ago
What is the best weather day for an outdoor wedding?
Going back to 1891, when weather records began in Seattle, the driest period of time throughout the year runs from July 21 through August 4.13 years ago
Report: Yelling, meat throwing as Casey Kasem taken to hospital
Radio legend Casey Kasem is at a Gig Harbor hospital after what was reportedly quite a scene as the ambulance took him away.13 years ago
Molly Conley’s father talks about life one year after losing daughter in drive-by
One year after Bishop Blanchet freshman Molly Conley was shot and killed, family and friends are remembering the young girl they lost.13 years ago
Video: Cute animal alert from Woodland Park Zoo
Woodland Park Zoo fans are abuzz about the visiting Cheetahs, but here's another excuse to pack up the family this weekend and head to the zoo.13 years ago
Committee member: Mayor’s income inequality commission was charade
One of the members of Seattle Mayor Ed Murray's Income Inequality Advisory Committee that was working on the plan for implementing a $15 minimum wage in Seattle says the whole thing was a sham.13 years ago
520 bridge closure, events may mean more traffic this weekend
It's going to be extra tough to drive into Seattle this weekend.13 years ago
Shelly Sterling agrees to sell Clippers to Steve Ballmer
Former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer has agreed to buy the Los Angeles Clippers for a record-breaking $2 billion. Now it's up to others whether the deal goes through.13 years ago
Video: Theft of 12th Man Flag caught on camera
A listener tells Dori that a couple of kids stole his 12th Man Flag. He caught the incident on video and sent it to Dori.13 years ago
Video: Seahawks cooking with First Lady Michelle Obama
The Seattle Seahawks are showing off their culinary skills preparing healthy school lunches.13 years ago
Broken expansion joint cover on I-5 damages cars, causes big backup
A broken expansion joint cover on southbound I-5 in Seattle damaged multiple vehicles and left a huge traffic backup during the Thursday morning commute.13 years ago
