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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%.
12 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.
1 year ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Spike believes ‘hangry-gate’ was Bruce Harrell’s undoing: ‘Such a foot in mouth answer’

KIRO host Spike O'Neill believes incumbent Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell's response to a question regarding public safety was his undoing.
1 year ago
everett mayor...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Everett mayor reports crime is down citywide amid blame for Fred Meyer closure

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin joined "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio ahead of Election Day.
1 year ago
Scott Murphy...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Totally unacceptable’: Everett mayoral candidate Scott Murphy outraged as homelessness doubles in city

The margin of primary votes separating the incumbent Everett mayor, Cassie Franklin, from the challenger Scott Murphy was thin, as Murphy tallied a 65-vote edge over Franklin.
1 year ago
homeless...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘It’s not a fix for homeless issues’: Jake blasts Seattle council member’s sanctioned encampment idea

KIRO host Jake Skorheim agreed there shouldn't be people doing drugs in parks, but wasn't buying the idea of a sanctioned encampment.
1 year ago
Seattle police chief Shon Barnes rainier beach shooting...
Julia Dallas

‘The people want to come here and work’: Seattle police chief addresses staffing, drones, CARE team

Seattle police chief discussed the department's staffing surge, potential drone use, and the CARE team.
1 year ago
long distance runner on jake and spike...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Why not?’: Seattle local to run in Guinness World Record for world’s deepest marathon

Join us as a Seattle resident attempts the world's deepest marathon for a Guinness World Record today.
1 year ago
Lumen Field seattle man...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Hot dogs out of a backpack’: Jake weighs in on vendor crackdown at Lumen Field

Explore Jake's insights on unpermitted food vendors shut down for health violations outside Lumen Field.
1 year ago
Niehaus statue Greta Mariners dave...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Baseball brings us together’: Dave Niehaus’ daughter recalls Polanco’s crucial hit next to her dad’s statue

Greta Niehaus recalls a crucial hit near her father's statue during a memorable Mariners game, celebrating Dave Niehaus' legacy.
1 year ago
Washington property tax cap...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Walk a mile in my shoes’: Spike defends 1% property tax cap in WA

Explore Spike's defense of the 1% property tax cap affecting Edmonds and its impact on local homeowners.
1 year ago
Photo: Port Townsend/Coupeville ferry routes have been canceled....
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Interesting deal’: Reporter unpacks how WSF’s out-of-state contract weighed time versus money

Discover the implications of Washington State Ferries' first out-of-state shipyard contract in 50 years for new vessel construction.
1 year ago
Mariners trident pilot...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘What better way to celebrate’: Mariners fan traces trident pattern in sky above T-Mobile Park

Discover how Jeremy Bellwood celebrated the Mariners by flying his plane and tracing a Trident pattern in the Seattle sky.
1 year ago
Mayor campaign Seattle bruce harrell katie wilson...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘These are big names’: Mariners owners, Microsoft execs support Harrell’s playoff campaign ad

M's owner and Microsoft exec support Bruce Harrell's campaign in recent Seattle Mariners playoff ad during critical game.
1 year ago
ski season crystal mountain resort...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘We’re so blessed in the Northwest’: Jake and Spike eager for possibly snowier ski season

Crystal Mountain and Stevens Pass prepare for an exciting ski season as Washington's mountains see early snowfall.
1 year ago
Niehaus statue Greta Mariners dave...
Jason Sutich

‘It’s an amazing story’: Dave Niehaus’ daughter sits with his statue for Mariners’ 15-inning victory

In a touching moment, Greta Niehaus honors her father after the Mariners' thrilling 15-inning win.
1 year ago
Reptile Zoo Monroe...
Julia Dallas

Jake and Spike make scaly friend as local reptile zoo announces reopening

The Reptile Zoo in Monroe reverses its closure plans and reopens this November after nearly 30 years of captivating visitors.
1 year ago
ghost washington haunted house...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

A helpful haunt? Spike explains why he’s at peace with a ghost in his home

Spike O'Neill uncovers the chilling details of a potential ghost presence within his home and how he is grateful for the company of his ghost.
1 year ago
homeless camp King County...
Jason Sutich

‘Leave it alone’: Jake reveals King County’s troubling homeless numbers after $2B spent

King County Regional Homeless Authority announced there were 16,886 homeless people in the county and has spent more than $2 billion to fix the homeless crisis.
1 year ago
south hill rapist kevin coe dies...
Frank Sumrall

Auburn Mayor: ‘I had no idea’ South Hill rapist was released to Auburn

"I had no idea until we heard it in the media," Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus said regarding Kevin Coe's, also known as the "South Hill rapist," release.
1 year ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Spike O’Neill drinks Mariners field dirt after fan’s good mojo trick worked

A Mariners fan ate dirt as a way to change the mojo for the Seattle Mariners, and it ended up working, so KIRO host Spike O'Neill gave it a try.
1 year ago
Washington math scores...
Jason Sutich

‘Why are we spending that much?’: Jake questions WA’s education budget after failing math test results

Washington's students' test scores have revealed startling results, with nearly one-third of students failing to reach basic grade level skills in math.
1 year ago
pumpkins...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Ever seen a 2,000-pound pumpkin? The secret to Washington’s monster gourds

Learn from Geoff Gould how Washington grows colossal pumpkins and the tips for cultivating these massive fruits.
1 year ago
Seahawks smelling salts...
Jason Sutich

‘They’re not banned’: Spike reveals gap in NFL’s smelling salt rules after Seahawks winning kick

Spike highlights NFL's smelling salt rules after Myers' kick. Explore the loophole and its impact on the Seahawks' game.
1 year ago