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Jason Rantz
State bill to kill $15 minimum wage is actually a bad idea
A state senator out of Federal Way has a way, he says, to move the $15 minimum wage issue forward in a way that will be a "grand compromise." But, it's a bad idea.12 years ago
Why would Bellevue man want to go on one-way trip to Mars?
Mars One is this group that plans to send humans to live on Mars. The plan is to send them on a one-way trip to live there.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
We have a moral obligation to defeat ISIS
When dealing with this kind of evil, the question is whether or not the US has the moral obligation to go to war (whatever that may mean) and ultimately defeat ISIS.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
DuPont Amazon warehouse ultimately bad for workers, great for business
Something happening in DuPont should considerably freak you out, especially if you're a low-skilled, low-wage worker or have a low-wage worker in your family.12 years ago
Kipp Robertson
A few budget-friendly Valentine’s Day ideas
What's better than buying your loved one a new car? How about learning to cook or writing a letter.12 years ago
MyNorthwest.com
Sounders FC returns to KIRO Radio 97.3 FM, expands radio offerings
KIRO Radio 97.3 FM and MyNorthwest.com are again your home for Seattle Sounders FC matches and programming.12 years ago
Why is stabbing someone for being a lesbian worse than a regular stabbing?
A Tacoma woman was lucky to survive a very scary attack by a stranger when she was choked, stabbed, and tagged with homophobic slurs all over her body. The Tacoma Police Department are treating this as a possible hate crime.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Marshawn Lynch’s ‘unapologetic blackness?’
Sherman Alexie says Marshawn Lynch is unapolegtically black. His implications are deeply offensive and flat out incorrect.12 years ago
Josh Kerns
Seattle police chief says crackdown on cops’ social media posts needed
Seattle police chief Kathleen O'Toole has now placed a second officer on paid leave over social media posts she says have been "called into question."12 years ago
Stephanie Klein
Lawmaker explains bill to end personal choice exemptions for vaccines
In the midst of a measles resurgence, a state lawmaker from Everett has introduced a bill to remove the personal belief exemption for vaccines.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Should we shame anti-vaxxers?
Matt Novak over at Gizmodo has a provocative piece up today that essentially argues society should publicly shame anti-vaxxers for their stance on vaccination safety. Do you agree?12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Kennewick students, Rantz offer teens tips on being less stressed
A group of inspiring Kennewick students at Tri-Tech Skills Center found out Tuesday that they won a national app development competition for an app that offers advice to stressed-out teens. Rantz offers his tips, as well, for both kids and the adults in their lives.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Rantz: Foster kids better off away from anti-vaxxers
The topic of the safety of vaccinations has become a local and national topic.12 years ago
5 questions with…KIRO Radio host John Curley
In this edition of "5 questions with..." Jason Rantz sits down with KIRO Radio talk show host John Curley.12 years ago
Watch: Jason’s appearance on New Day
Jason is on KING-5's New Day Wednesday to discuss hot topics.12 years ago
‘Car ranching’ problem created by Seattle’s anti-car policies
A Southeast Seattle resident has been blogging pictures of the cars that have been parked on his street for up to months without moving. He says he and others are fed up with the "car ranching."12 years ago
First Columbus Day, now Groundhog Day under attack in Seattle
Seattle Mayor Ed Murray isn't happy just taking away our beloved Columbus Day. Oh, no! This Progressive leader is now going after Groundhog Day, proclaiming February 2 to be known as "Always a 12" Day.
12 years ago
Josh Kerns
Interview: Seattle’s Rainn Wilson embraces another unlikeable character and Seahawks
Seattle native Rainn Wilson has made a career out of playing unlikeable characters, most notably the curmudgeonly Dwight Schrute on NBC's hit series "The Office." So it should come as little surprise he's playing another despicable character in the new series 'Backstrom'.12 years ago
Jason Rantz
Washington smart gun push ignores key issues
Gun control activists in Washington state are launching a new campaign aimed at pushing smart guns, which are essentially a type of gun with safety dictated by technology.12 years ago
Man wants half of Washington state to be state of Madison
A Western Washington man wants to split Washington state into two separate states, but not simply down the Cascades.12 years ago
Colleen O
Some principals now offering ‘restorative justice’ instead of suspension
Chances are, when you and I were in school if we did something wrong like getting caught skipping class, we'd get detention or suspended.12 years ago
MyNorthwest.com
Watch: Twin Forks performs ‘Kiss Me Darling’
Twin Forks is in studio with KIRO Radio's Jason Rantz to perform 'Kiss Me Darling.'12 years ago
The most important article you’ll read today
If you read nothing else today (or this month, even), make it this article in New York Magazine.
12 years ago
A case where caring for needy is actually selfish
A woman in Kent refuses to stop helping the needy in her community despite getting repeated complaints from city officials and the folks that live in her neighborhood.12 years ago
Jason Rantz on Seattle Red AM 770
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