Luke Duecy
Tukwila City Council approves homeless camping ban on city property, penalties include up to 90 days in jail
The Tukwila City Council has voted to make camping on city property a misdemeanor, approving a controversial ordinance supporters said will help police address homeless encampments.6 hours ago
Katrina Guischard
Judge rules Kalshi likely violated Washington gambling laws
A King County Superior Court judge has ruled that online prediction market operator Kalshi likely violated Washington state gambling laws and consumer protection statutes.8 hours ago
John Curley Show
‘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%.1 day ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Washington’s budget went from $33 billion to $80 billion. Two former Democratic governors claim Olympia has lost the thread
Between Gary Locke and Christine Gregoire, they've balanced more budgets than anyone currently working in Olympia, and they know what one looks like when it's heading somewhere bad.1 day ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘The status quo hasn’t been working’: Democratic Socialist Sabio-Howell on her bid to unseat Jamie Pedersen
Hannah Sabio-Howell aims to unseat Jamie Pedersen, arguing the status quo harms Washington residents.4 days ago
James Lynch
‘A regime of brutality’: ICE enforcement draws fire from Jayapal, local leaders after fatal shootings in Texas and Maine
U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal denounced what she called a “regime of brutality” as ICE enforcement ramps up in the Puget Sound area.4 days ago
John Curley Show
‘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.4 days ago
Frank Sumrall
Tukwila City Council weighs making public camping a criminal offense
The Tukwila City Council is weighing an ordinance that would make camping in public places a criminal offense.5 days ago
John Curley
‘I’ve spent over $10M on these initiatives’: Heywood reveals why he won’t stop fighting WA’s millionaires’ tax
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson launched a campaign Tuesday to fight against an initiative attempting to overturn recently signed legislation creating a "millionaires' tax."5 days ago
Julia Dallas
Judge denies closure of Denny Blaine Park but orders city to crack down on lewd behavior
A King County judge is ordering Seattle to crack down on lewd behavior at Denny Blaine Park — but said the park can stay open.6 days ago
KIRO Newsradio staff
‘Ban data centers entirely’: Seattle community urges council to keep restrictions ahead of Saturday protest
Seattle leaders heard strong opposition Wednesday to future AI data centers as they consider extending the city's one-year moratorium.6 days ago
Frank Lenzi
More than 30% of WA school districts have no cell phone policy as Reykdal pushes statewide ban
More than 30% of Washington schools have no restrictions on student cell phone use, raising concerns among educators and parents.6 days ago
Jillian Raftery
Senator Patty Murray wants to make turning the clock back a thing of the past
Time changes could be a thing of the past if the Senate approves a bill to make Daylight Saving Time permanent.6 days ago
Julia Dallas
‘He has struck out’: Ferguson says voters will reject Heywood’s millionaires’ tax repeal as advocates warn of billions in education cuts
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson is ramping up efforts to stop the repeal of the state's millionaires' tax.7 days ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘We saw those crimes plummet’: King County prosecutor pushes copper wire theft approach that worked for catalytic converters
King County Prosecutor Leesa Manion is pushing lawmakers to pass a bill she said would drastically reduce copper wire theft.7 days ago
Jake Chapman, KIRO 7 News
Gov. Ferguson looks to make FAFSA form a high school graduation requirement
Governor Bob Ferguson plans to propose a requirement for all graduating high school students in Washington to fill out financial aid forms.8 days ago
John Curley Show
‘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.8 days ago
Luke Duecy
‘I’m on the job right now’: Mayor Katie Wilson dodges questions about endorsements against Democratic incumbents
Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson declined to discuss her recent endorsements in two Washington legislative races.11 days ago
Luke Duecy
Washington Senate Republicans urge Gov. Bob Ferguson to call special session to suspend climate fuel fees
Washington Senate Republicans are urging Governor Bob Ferguson to call a special legislative session to temporarily suspend Washington's climate-related fuel policies.12 days ago
John Curley Show
‘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.12 days ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: 511,000 signatures to repeal Washington’s income tax. Five reasons that might not be enough
I think initiative supporters attempting to repeal Washington's "millionaire tax" have a lot more to be concerned about than they're letting on.12 days ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘I’ve seen no evidence to suggest there’s a breach’: Seattle police union president says mayor should turn CCTV cameras back on
Seattle Police Officers Guild (SPOG) President Kent Loux pushed back on Katie Wilson's decision to turn the Stadium District CCTV cameras back off.13 days ago
Luke Duecy
Washington Republicans urge Gov. Ferguson to call special session on gas prices
Washington Senate Republicans are formally asking Governor Ferguson to call a special legislative session to lower gas prices across the state.13 days ago
