‘It freaks me out’: KIRO hosts on Lumen Field’s new camera system
If you're attending the Seattle Seahawks game this Saturday, be aware that there's a 16-camera system in place that can photograph any fans in attendance.6 months ago
‘Is this babygate?’: Spike questions motives behind Seattle mayor’s unreported childcare funds
Katie Wilson faces fines related to childcare payments during her campaign. Explore the implications for her mayorship.6 months ago
‘It’s only poison when abused’: Spike defends Dr. Oz’s alcohol comments amid criticism
In response to Dr. Mehmet Oz calling alcohol a "social lubricant," many critics pushed back on Oz's claims, stating that alcohol is an "addictive carcinogen."6 months ago
‘It’s only getting worse’: UW professor reveals alarming teen phone use at school
A study by the University of Washington revealed that children across America are using their phones in school at alarming rates, with 25% of students spending a quarter of their school day on a cell phone.7 months ago
‘You’re geared to lose’: Spike on why sports gambling is destroying young men
Explore how the booming sports gambling industry affects youth in America and what it means for the future.7 months ago
‘You have almost a 60% chance of failing’: Jake on WA’s poor business survival ranking
A new study found that WA is dead last in the country for its business survival rate, concluding that nearly 60% of businesses fail in their first five years.7 months ago
‘Why would I buy gold in WA?’: Jake explains why 10.3% precious metals tax will push investors out of state
Learn how Washington's 10.3% tax on gold and silver may drive investors away from the state.7 months ago
‘Let them have their own money’: KIRO hosts push back on proposed millionaire tax
Washington Governor Ferguson's 9.9% millionaire tax faces pushback from KIRO hosts concerned about its impact on personal finances.7 months ago
‘It’s going to crush a lot of people’: Spike says expiring ACA subsidies will hike premiums for everyone
Over 20 million Americans may face skyrocketing insurance costs as ACA subsidies expire, impacting their healthcare access drastically.7 months ago
‘Priced like it was from 1950’: Canlis celebrates 75 years with surprise menu
Canlis, a fine-dining establishment in Seattle, celebrated its 75th anniversary in December by offering its guests a unique menu that drew inspiration from the restaurant's roots.7 months ago
‘Surprised to be feeling so crummy’: Grandmother gets flu after 30-year streak amid intense U.S. outbreak
A grandmother's first flu in 30 years highlights the recent outbreak and rising illness rates across the U.S.7 months ago
‘Genuinely meaningful’: Jake and Spike swap surprise Christmas gifts on air
Ahead of Christmas Day, "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio had a gift exchange during to highlight their appreciation for each member of the team.7 months ago
‘10% of normal business’: Skykomish economy suffers with highway closure, but shops remain open
Skykomish faces challenges with road closure and power outages, yet local shops remain open to serve the community.7 months ago
‘They should pay more’: Spike backs taxing millionaires, warns small businesses could suffer
Washington's 9.9% millionaire tax may threaten small businesses while addressing essential budgetary requirements.7 months ago
‘It has failed everywhere’: Jake and Spike clash over publicly run grocery store idea
Explore the arguments for a publicly run grocery store in Seattle and its potential impact on the community.7 months ago
‘Non-stop go, go, go’: Snohomish firefighter describes intense flood rescue efforts
Firefighter Brandon Huber discusses his experiences with flood rescues in Snohomish, highlighting challenges and heroic efforts during crises.7 months ago
‘Does this encourage strikes?’: Jake skeptical of new unemployment benefits for striking workers
A new law is scheduled to take effect in 2026, which would provide up to six weeks of unemployment benefits for workers who decide to go on strike.7 months ago
‘These kids are now suffering’: Jake calls out Seattle Parks for neglected Little League fields
A Seattle Little League vice president, Ted Foster, spoke out about high permit fees the league has to pay, which make up more than 60% of its operating budget8 months ago
‘Abused by a small percentage’: Spike frustrated as Tacoma reconsiders renters’ bill of rights
Tacoma's reconsideration of the renters' bill of rights raises concerns for tenants facing rent increases and housing instability.8 months ago
‘Weeks of billable work’: Jake differs with Spike on Seattle’s 10th-worst commute ranking
A recent report ranked Seattle's I-90 and I-405 interchange as the 10th-worst commute in the country, with an average of 74 hours stuck in traffic each year.8 months ago
‘Morally bankrupt?’: Jake shocked by Spike’s view on companies fleeing WA amid new tax proposal
Explore the surprising support for the WA tax proposal from a KIRO host's co-host in this detailed analysis.8 months ago
‘Solid advice’: Spike agrees with limiting gifts to ages 3-18 as 2 WA cities hit top spending list
Kirkland and Bellevue rank in top 10 U.S. cities for holiday spending, according to WalletHub and SeattleRed's recent report.8 months ago
South Seattle neighborhood’s mysterious stench traced to potential source
A foul smell in South Park, South Seattle, has been traced to its likely source, raising concerns among local residents.8 months ago
