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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
8 months ago
Christmas gift exchange...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
8 months ago
toilet rat warning...
Julia Dallas

‘Screaming like a banshee’: KIRO hosts react to possible toilet rat amid King County warning

Discover KIRO hosts' insights on the alarming toilet rat warning from King County that gained global media attention.
8 months ago
Skykomish...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
8 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
8 months ago
publicly run grocery store...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
8 months ago
Marshland Orchards...
Frank Lenzi

‘I’m still underwater out there’: Maltby-area farmer still has 5 feet of water in barn after floods

A Maltby-area farmer still has five feet of water in his barn along Marsh Road after last week’s flooding.
8 months ago
snohomish flood rescue...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
8 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
8 months ago
Seattle little league permit fees...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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 budget
9 months ago
PNW housing...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
9 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
9 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
9 months ago
AI teddy bear kumma...
MyNorthwest Staff

AI teddy bear back for sale after researchers found it can give explicit advise regarding sex, weapons

Sales of a plush toy powered by AI were suspended after researchers found that the AI functions were not ready to safely interact with kids.
9 months ago
Volunteer teamwork saves small dog trapped in Roslyn crevice ( Photo: Washington State Animal Respo...
MyNorthwest Staff

Volunteer teamwork saves small dog trapped in Roslyn crevice

A small dog named Coulee was rescued after becoming trapped in a narrow, 12-inch crevice about 20 feet deep in the Roslyn area on Monday. 
9 months ago
holiday shopping - top spending...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘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.
9 months ago
south seattle smell...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

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.
9 months ago
Seattle renters...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Supply and demand fix those problems’: Jake and Spike clash over idea of rent control

Explore why KIRO's Jake Skorheim opposes rent control amid Seattle's supply and demand challenges.
9 months ago
Seattle Mayoral Candidate Katie Wilson...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘How do you get it done?’: KIRO hosts challenge Katie Wilson’s ambitious agenda

Spike O'Neil discusses the hurdles Seattle Mayor Wilson faces in passing her socialist proposals through the city's legislative process.
9 months ago
The Uncool - Cameron Crowe...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Being an outsider created the artists we love’: Director Cameron Crowe previews memoir ‘The Uncool’

Discover insights from iconic director Crowe in his debut memoir 'The Uncool,' revealing stories behind his legendary films.
9 months ago
Penny...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘No real value’: KIRO host celebrates end of penny production after 230 years

The U.S. ended production of the penny on Wednesday, abandoning the 1-cent coins that were embedded in American culture for more than 230 years.
9 months ago
Bruce Harrell...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Tone-deaf message’: KIRO fill-in host says Harrell should’ve focused on his experience, not Wilson

Bruce Harrell conceded in the race for Seattle mayor Thursday, officially making Katie Wilson the mayor-elect. In his speech, Harrell recalled his biggest accomplishments while mayor, touting his work on public safety and affordable housing. He said he tried to lead with love, and that humor was a form of love, and that you have […]
9 months ago
Seattle housing homeownership...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘We’re locked in’: Spike adds to Seattle’s ‘housing freeze’ claims amid raised interest rates

Interest rates have fallen to 6.17%, the lowest since Oct. 2024, but the rates remain considerably higher than post-pandemic levels, when they reached below 3%.
10 months ago
Katie Wilson on John Curley...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘She’s about to be in charge of $9 billion’: Jake questions if Katie Wilson is prepared to be mayor

With a competitive Seattle mayoral race, KIRO host Jake Skorheim questioned whether Katie Wilson is prepared for the role.
10 months ago