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John Curley Show

The John Curley Show airs on KIRO Newsradio weekdays 3pm - 7pm.

‘You have to make it attractive’: Former city attorney questions whether Seattle can lure NBA ownership

Questions have surrounded the potential return of the Seattle SuperSonics as of late after Gov. Bob Ferguson held a meeting with NBA Commissioner Adam Silver.
6 months ago

‘Bad news for Seattle’: Curley worried San Francisco drug crackdown will push addicts north

San Francisco's mayor wants to arrest public drug user at a high rate, but John Curley, explained how the trickle-down effects would negatively impact Seattle.
6 months ago

‘Empathy gone wrong’: Former city attorney says Seattle should follow San Francisco’s tougher approach to drug use

A former city attorney advocates for Seattle to follow San Francisco’s stricter approach to drug use and enforcement strategies.
6 months ago

‘There are inconsistencies’: Curley revisits Kurt Cobain’s death despite SPD refusing to reopen case

More than 30 years after Kurt Cobain, the lead singer and songwriter for Nirvana was found dead, John Curley took another look at the case details.
6 months ago

‘There will forever be service-resistant people’: We Heart Seattle says Katie Wilson’s approach is ‘same set and release’

We Heart Seattle discusses the impact of the recent Ballard encampment sweep and the ongoing challenges in the area.
6 months ago

‘They all earn it’: Curley defends Seahawks players ahead of millionaire’s tax vote

As fans cheered on the Seahawks during the Super Bowl parade through downtown, KIRO host John Curley warned of an upcoming bill that could hurt the players.
6 months ago

‘Is it a bad idea?’: Curley considers buying buffalo to avoid skyrocketing beef prices

Curley entertained the idea of owning a farm. Before Curley buys several bison buffalo to roam his property, he tapped a local cattle raiser for some pointers.
6 months ago

‘They’re moving out’: Curley on WA residents leaving the state to avoid steep death tax

John Curley claimed the reasoning behind most out-of-state moves is that residents are forced out in an attempt to avoid the steep estate taxes in Washington.
6 months ago

‘I’m just proud’: Thurston County sheriff praises deputy’s handling of viral ‘Karen’ confrontation

Sheriff Sanders praises deputy's calm response to viral confrontation, highlighting professionalism and community trust in law enforcement.
6 months ago

‘That’s a problem’: Center Square editor speaks out on teen wrestler’s alleged assault by biological male

Allegations of assault against a Puyallup teen wrestler raise serious concerns about school district's response to the incident.
6 months ago

‘I Don’t Trust Anybody’: Curley troubled by Epstein Documents and DOJ Secrecy

The recently released Jeffrey Epstein documents spark a wide-ranging discussion on secrecy, accountability, and public trust on The John Curley Show.
6 months ago

‘Pie crust promise’: Policy expert says WA lawmakers can’t be trusted on income tax limits

As Washington Legislators consider signing off on a millionaires' tax, speculators believe that if the income tax is imposed, it will continue to trickle down further below $1 million.
7 months ago

‘We’re projecting 50,000 riders a day’: Council member defends I-90 light rail investment

Claudia Balducci champions I-90 light rail as Sound Transit prepares for the March 28 launch, emphasizing its community benefits.
7 months ago

We Heart Seattle raises concerns over King County’s new homelessness count method

Andrea Suarez, the executive director with We Heart Seattle, raised several concerns regarding how the PIT homeless count is conducted.
7 months ago

Curley: Democrats are hurting for cash, so here comes another sequel — this time it’s anti-ICE

KIRO host John Curley compares Democrats' anti-ICE media coverage to Hollywood sequels.
7 months ago

Center Square editor digs into ‘initiative killer’ bill backlash, daycare fraud investigation

Explore the backlash against the initiative killer bill and its ties to daycare fraud during the legislative session.
7 months ago

Sheriff Swank slams law enforcement oversight panel: ‘They don’t understand what’s at stake here’

Sheriff Swank found himself in a firestorm of controversy after stating his opposition to stricter eligibility requirements for becoming a sheriff.
7 months ago

‘Additional burdens placed on top’: Curley blames taxes as survey shows Seattle small businesses struggling

A new survey highlights struggles faced by Seattle small businesses, with taxes being a significant concern for their growth.
7 months ago

‘I’m seething’: WA Policy Center researcher irate over new tax proposals

Explore the implications of Washington's proposed millionaire's tax and its impact on taxpayers in 2026.
7 months ago

‘He wants to keep his job’: Curley criticizes Trump’s recent economic policy decisions

President Trump proposes a 50-year mortgage plan to lower payments, sparking debate on its true motivations and impact.
7 months ago

‘DCYF is a dumpster fire’: WA rep. finds unaccounted funds, but no smoking gun — yet

WA officials probe potential fraud in child care funds amid rising concerns from Minnesota's government programs.
7 months ago

‘Bizarre’: Curley warns Katie Wilson’s office vacancy tax could backfire

Mayor Katie Wilson proposed a solution to Seattle's high office vacancy rate — taxing the empty commercial space to incentivize owners to fill it.
7 months ago

Cliff Mass: National Weather Service ‘not as good as it used to be’

Cliff Mass argues the National Weather Service's forecasts are lacking, sparking debate on social media after a recent windstorm warning.
7 months ago

John Curley returns to KIRO Newsradio with a new face

KIRO host John Curley returned to work Monday after a brief absence last week — this time with a new face.
7 months ago