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Jason Rantz
Is there hypocrisy within Kshama Sawant’s campaign?
Seattle City council member is in a bit of hot water over her handling of campaign staffers.12 years ago
Richard D. Oxley
Snohomish council member called a racist in ongoing conflict
Snohomish City Council member Dave Somers was accused of a racist joke at a Tribal luncheon by the county executive. The Tribe, however, doesn't agree.12 years ago
Kipp Robertson
‘Sad and sympathetic situation’ for man who allegedly gets arrested on purpose
A man who may be down on his luck was arrested for allegedly robbing a bank in Bellingham of $1 just so he could get a roof over his head.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
City’s parking solutions somehow forget about cars
The Seattle Department of Planning and Development and the Seattle Department of Transportation submitted a set of recommendations to address the problems of parking in residential neighborhoods. The only problem is they ignore proposals that make it easier for residents and visitors with cars.12 years ago
Brent Stecker
Cartoonist stands by controversial drawing depicting young shooting victim
Milt Priggee, who stirred up controversy with an editorial cartoon addressing the shooting death of a young child in Bremerton, is standing by his decision to portray the victim as an angel and an Uncle Sam holding handguns as the devil.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Cartoon exploits dead child for political points
What must it feel like exploiting the death of an innocent 2-year-old boy for political purposes based on ideologically driven reflexes? Jason Rantz says we'll have to ask a cartoonist and a newspaper editor.12 years ago
Kipp Robertson
$10K worth of belongings stolen from Everett Navy Lt. Cmdr.
Navy Lieutenant Commander Albert Budaszewski was on his way to San Diego before being deployed to the Middle East when nearly all his uniforms and medals were stolen.12 years ago
Report: Hilary Clinton changed stance on trade deal after donations
A new report alleges shocking conduct by then-State Department head Hillary Clinton that has serious implications on her future run for President.
12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Extreme ‘Distracted Driver’ bill deserved to die in committee
The so-called distracted driver bill that would have expanded the state's ban on driving while using your phone is officially dead. It died in committee and it should have.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
NASA scientist: Signs of alien life aren’t far off
One of NASA's top scientists says signs of life in space aren't far off.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Anti-car bias, safety perceptions making Seattle even more anti-family
King County Metro finally changed a long-hated rule that made it very difficult and inconvenient for families to use the bus. But Seattle remains a long way from becoming truly family-friendly.12 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Phoenix Jones: Seattle politics bad for good guys
The self-proclaimed superhero said the Seattle Police Department does a good job of responding to crime and taking reports, but is not enthusiastic.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
You won’t believe why Everett may ban booze
Everett is considering limiting how and where people can buy alcohol and consume it in the downtown area. Rantz breaks down the data behind the push and uncovers the real reason the city is considering the change.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Watch out, Tacoma: ‘Radical’ minimum wage push comes your way
The $15 an hour movement has spread to Tacoma and things are getting pretty heated according to the Tacoma News Tribune. In fact, activists are trying to get a minimum wage hike passed and in effect for January 2016 - leaving one local businesswoman to call it "radical."
12 years ago
Tom Douglas was right before he was wrong
People who were poor before, find themselves struggling to get by - poverty has not been eradicated. Yet Tom Douglas is getting panned for something we all knew would happen. Why are activists so upset?12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Parents, state go head-to-head on teacher evaluations
Washington is the only state in the union that doesn't receive federal funding from the No Child Left Behind Act.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Despite Seattle’s push, residential tent cities a dangerous plan
Most of the people who aren't homeless and who push for tent cities in neighborhoods haven't actually lived next to a homeless camp. I have so I have a unique perspective.12 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Ivar’s president is confident early $15 minimum wage rollout will work
Despite the skeptics, Ivar's president said his employees are thrilled to make $15 an hour before the city of Seattle's minimum wage deadline for big businesses.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Powdered alcohol the latest thing lawmakers want to protect you from
Legislators in Olympia are already considering a ban on powdered alcohol.12 years ago
Brent Stecker
Transit planner defends taking lanes for Seattle trolley
A report said SDOT was planning to dedicate two lanes on Westlake to transit, but SDOT Transit Manager Ethan Melone told KIRO Radio's Jason Rantz Show that is far from a done deal.12 years ago
KIRO Radio Staff
University District needle, meth pipe distributor defends drugs as legitimate choice
Everyone has an image of the kind of people who use needle exchange programs: People who are sick. Who've hit bottom. Who are perhaps ashamed of how desperate they've become.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Raising smoking age about money as much as health
Should we raise the legal smoking age to 21 in Washington state? It's an idea that doesn't just have your health in mind.12 years ago
Jamie Skorheim
University Place mayor pro tem asks residents to complain to city, not media
Following a media report saying University Place residents are upset about not being able to charge for parking on their lawns during the U.S. Open, the mayor pro tem is saying "Where are they?"12 years ago
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