Curley defends Mayor Wilson’s response to fatal Bite of Seattle shooting: ‘A’ for a ‘novice,’ ‘C-‘ for a ‘major city’ leader
Curley then provided a couple of letter grades for Wilson's response and handling of the situation. "For a novice, I give her an A. For a leader of a major city, C-," Curley said.6 hours ago
‘If you don’t like it, just leave’: Curley criticizes man who confronted street preacher at Pike Place Market
A street preacher near Pike Place Market was recently confronted by a man who yelled at him and tried to assault him, demanding he turn off his speaker.1 day ago
‘They are leaving’: Curley rips lawmakers behind millionaires’ tax, says the rich don’t trust WA government
KIRO host John Curley argued that lawmakers in Olympia are deluding themselves if they think the millionaires' tax will solve the budget.2 days ago
‘They just left the ballot blank’: Future 42’s Steve Gordon warns undervoting could shape WA’s Supreme Court once again
Advocate warns that leaving ballots blank may reshape WA's Supreme Court. Educate yourself on the justices before voting.3 days ago
‘This doesn’t help council relations’: Bob Kettle fires back after Mayor Wilson says council ‘walked away’ from free school meals
Seattle City Councilmember Bob Kettle fired back at Mayor Wilson after she accused the council of voting to "walk away" from free school meals.4 days ago
‘Almost no accountability’: Transportation expert says Sound Transit is ‘building for the past’ amid ballooning budget
KIRO host John Curley, a longtime skeptic of public transportation and its ballooning costs, brought on Charles Prestrud to discuss where Sound Transit went wrong.7 days ago
‘Robberies have dropped 71%’: Federal Way mayor talks policing wins, data centers, but dodges governor question
Crime in Federal Way has significantly declined, with car thefts down 80%, robberies down 71%, and burglaries down 60%.8 days ago
‘Why can’t new grads find jobs?’: Curley’s theory on the devaluation of college degrees
Explore John Curley's views on the job market and the devaluation of college degrees affecting new graduates today.9 days ago
WA went from No. 29 to No. 4 in drug overdose deaths. One expert says that explains the homeless crisis.
Discover how drug overdoses contribute to Washington's homelessness spike, as the state faces a growing epidemic.9 days ago
‘Imagine you crushed a raccoon like a can’: Curley describes viral deformed ‘mutant’ Jimothy
Jimothy, a raccoon who may have short-spine syndrome, has gone viral overnight after being spotted around Seattle.10 days ago
‘We’ve become a low-trust society’: Curley says Lindsey Graham death speculation reflects deeper American crisis
Explore Curley's insights on America’s trust crisis amid speculation surrounding Lindsey Graham's death.10 days ago
‘I tried to just not recognize it’: Curley shares his hatred for Daylight Saving Time, switching times twice a year
Earlier this week, the House of Representatives passed a bill that would make Daylight Saving Time permanent.11 days ago
‘What progress?’: Curley tears apart Ferguson’s push to save millionaires’ tax, says state keeps funding ‘failing education system’
Washington Gov. Ferguson held a press conference to rally support against the repeal of the millionaires' tax, which will be on the November ballot.13 days ago
‘It’s going to take the feds’: Center Square reporter says AG won’t investigate alleged daycare fraud because DCYF is ‘his client’
Center Square reporter Carleen Johnson said Washington's AG won't investigate alleged DCYF daycare fraud.15 days ago
Curley: South Lake Union streetcar remains ‘a total waste of money’ despite ridership gains
The City of Seattle is celebrating the increase in ridership on the South Lake Union trolley, but KIRO host John Curley remains unimpressed by the data.15 days ago
‘Transgressions have changed so much’: Political strategist says old scandals no longer sink a campaign
Kathy Allen, a political strategist, discusses how transgressions now impact campaigns differently than in the pas16 days ago
‘Let’s not shoot ourselves in the foot’: Former council president analyzes Seattle’s biggest issues
Explore key problems facing Seattle as Sara Nelson addresses critical issues that should have been tackled four years ago.17 days ago
‘I don’t know when people will learn’: Curley slams Mayor Wilson’s junk fee ban proposal
Curley argues Mayor Wilson's fee ban will not benefit Seattle renters. Explore the implications for local housing affordability.17 days ago
‘She has not disappointed’: Political strategist says Wilson is tackling problems others couldn’t
Political strategist praises Mayor Katie Wilson for addressing issues others avoided in her first term.19 days ago
‘Unsatisfactory or below standard’: Former council president grades Katie Wilson’s first 6 months as mayor
KIRO host John Curley asked former Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson about Katie Wilson's performance as Seattle mayor six months in.20 days ago
Trump’s cheaper gas network hasn’t reached WA yet, Curley questions who’s footing the bill
The Trump administration announced it has launched a couple dozen "Freedom Fuel" gas stations to create cheaper gas options.20 days ago
Curley predicts Sara Nelson will challenge Katie Wilson and run for Seattle mayor
KIRO host John Curley fueled the fires of the 2029 mayoral election further during an interview with former Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson.20 days ago
‘It just feels wrong’: Curley slams Trump’s World Cup red card intervention
The red card overruling was a moot point after Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 Monday, knocking the U.S. out of the 2026 World Cup, but KIRO host John Curley still believes Trump's involvement was "wrong."21 days ago
