Tim Eyman explains latest fight for $30 car tabs
Political activist Tim Eyman is back with an initiative to lower car tabs to $30 for all Washington residents. Eyman says that this will give voters a chance to hold Sound Transit accountable for its false promises.8 years ago
Legislature could forcibly halt head tax
Sen. Mark Mullet (D-Issaquah) tells Dori that the Legislature may have to put a stop to the head tax if it is passed by the Seattle City Council.8 years ago
Aberdeen property owner can’t shake homeless squatters
An Aberdeen property owner has 100 homeless people who have set up camp on his land. Neither police nor city leadership have been successful in getting the squatters to leave.8 years ago
Guns N’ Roses’ Duff McKagan stands against Seattle bike project
Guns N' Roses' Duff McKagan talks Seattle politics and criticizes a 35th Avenue bike lane project. He also has some ideas for solving the homeless crisis.8 years ago
Dori Monson Show listeners weigh in on Seattle’s head tax
Dori took calls from listeners to hear what the public thinks of the proposed head tax. Listeners unanimously opposed the tax, noting what a disastrous effect it would have on both the economy and the homeless crisis.8 years ago
Petition writers want Mike O’Brien to rethink policies
The writers of a petition to Seattle City Councilmember Mike O'Brien tell Dori why they are demanding accountability from their elected representative. They fear that due to the homelessness crisis, Ballard has become a place that is no longer safe for families.8 years ago
Seattle police officer who stopped ax-man faces suspension
A Seattle police officer stopped a man waving an ax without the use of force. Now that officer is facing a two-day suspension for his actions.8 years ago
SeaTac community discusses solutions to rampant violence
A rash of recent violent incidents in Burien and SeaTac has prompted community meetings in the Highline School District. The most recent was held Tuesday night and led by Tyee High School students.8 years ago
Seattleite on why he’s decided to leave the city
After 20 years, writer Alex Berezow is moving away from Seattle. Berezow told Dori that Seattle is the most beautiful city on earth, but the politicians are far too corrupt.8 years ago
75-year-old pharmacist tackles, stops 23-year-old robber
A 75-year-old pharmacist stopped a robber in his tracks with a swift tackle. He tells Dori how his quick thinking got a criminal behind bars.8 years ago
One-day Seattle tourists: The city is too risky to visit after theft
Two Seattle tourists planned a dream vacation to soak up the area's natural beauty. However, a firsthand brush with downtown's rampant crime has them vowing never to return.8 years ago
Veteran must pay extra fee for Purple Heart license plate set
According to a law passed in 2016, veterans in Washington must pay a yearly fee if they wish to have a second set of Purple Heart license plates. Dori speaks to a Vietnam vet and a spokesperson from the Department of Licensing about the law.8 years ago
Ballard gears up for Mike O’Brien town hall
Seattle residents are holding a town hall with City Councilmember Mike O'Brien on Wednesday, May 2 to discuss how he plans to solve the city's tent crisis. Dori checks in with Ballard resident Erika Nagy, who is helping to organize the meeting.8 years ago
Real-life Nancy Drew launches hunt for men who burglarized her
A Gig Harbor vowed to find the criminals who broke into her home. She tells Dori of her intrepid quest to track down the men who took $20,000 worth of her possessions and bring them to justice.8 years ago
Startups, not Amazon, will be the real losers in Seattle’s business tax
A tax expert tells Dori that Seattle's proposed business tax on businesses will hurt startups most of all. Seattle's tech sector will be severely harmed by businesses deciding to relocate elsewhere.8 years ago
Most dangerous place in Seattle? The King County Courthouse
A King County Councilmember tells Dori that the King County Courthouse is the most unsafe spot in Seattle. He has a plan for switching to a new location.8 years ago
Forbes writer: Seattle’s head tax won’t fix anything
The Seattle City Council is proposing a head tax on the city's 500 wealthiest businesses to combat homelessness. A Forbes contributor tells Dori that the move will hurt consumers and do very little to solve the homeless problem.8 years ago
When did Seattle CM Rob Johnson really know about bike lane opposition?
Seattle Councilmember Rob Johnson could be caught between his own words about a controversial bike lane project after residents requested his official emails.8 years ago
Burien machete attack victim speaks out
A Burien man sustained a machete attack when he stepped in to stop two intoxicated men from attacking a homeless man. He tells Dori his shocking story.8 years ago
Bothell man says neighbor intentionally poisoned dog with drugs
A Bothell resident nearly lost his dog when it was poisoned with drugs. The man believes that someone intentionally tried to kill his beloved pet.8 years ago
Ballard resident says Seattle City Council mum on homeless spending
Two weeks after a homeless tent appeared at Ballard's Whitman Middle School, resident Erika Nagy told Dori that her neighbors are looking for answers.8 years ago
Brock and Dave: NFL knee-takers could take a cue from Dori’s protest
Dave and Brock argue that NFL players who take a knee during the national anthem could learn from Dori's recent tent office protest. The difference, they say, is in the delivery rather than the message.8 years ago
Brock and Dave: Where is Kshama Sawant’s decency?
Seattle City Councilmember Kshama Sawant drew intense backlash when she criticized the Women's March for honoring recently deceased former First Lady Barbara Bush. Brock and Dave give their take on Sawant's latest outrageous quote.8 years ago
