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Curley: South Lake Union streetcar remains ‘a total waste of money’ despite ridership gains
The City of Seattle is celebrating the increase in ridership on the South Lake Union trolley, but KIRO host John Curley remains unimpressed by the data.23 days ago
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‘Transgressions have changed so much’: Political strategist says old scandals no longer sink a campaign
Kathy Allen, a political strategist, discusses how transgressions now impact campaigns differently than in the pas25 days ago
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‘Let’s not shoot ourselves in the foot’: Former council president analyzes Seattle’s biggest issues
Explore key problems facing Seattle as Sara Nelson addresses critical issues that should have been tackled four years ago.26 days ago
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‘I don’t know when people will learn’: Curley slams Mayor Wilson’s junk fee ban proposal
Curley argues Mayor Wilson's fee ban will not benefit Seattle renters. Explore the implications for local housing affordability.26 days ago
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‘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.27 days ago
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‘Unsatisfactory or below standard’: Former council president grades Katie Wilson’s first 6 months as mayor
KIRO host John Curley asked former Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson about Katie Wilson's performance as Seattle mayor six months in.28 days ago
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Trump’s cheaper gas network hasn’t reached WA yet, Curley questions who’s footing the bill
The Trump administration announced it has launched a couple dozen "Freedom Fuel" gas stations to create cheaper gas options.29 days ago
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Curley predicts Sara Nelson will challenge Katie Wilson and run for Seattle mayor
KIRO host John Curley fueled the fires of the 2029 mayoral election further during an interview with former Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson.29 days ago
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‘They don’t understand how nature works’: Curley appalled by Oregon hunting ban initiative
Oregon's Initiative Petition 28, which would ban hunting, fishing, and animal slaughter throughout the state, turned in roughly 140,000 signatures to the Oregon Secretary of State's Office late last week.29 days ago
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‘It just feels wrong’: Curley slams Trump’s World Cup red card intervention
The red card overruling was a moot point after Belgium defeated the USA 4-1 Monday, knocking the U.S. out of the 2026 World Cup, but KIRO host John Curley still believes Trump's involvement was "wrong."30 days ago
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‘The hypocrisy of it’: Curley claims Seattle’s World Cup makeover won’t last
John Curley questions the longevity of Seattle's World Cup enhancements as the event wraps up.1 month ago
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‘It won’t change’: Former Seattle cop says Aurora barriers won’t stop pimps
Former vice cop claims Aurora barriers won't deter pimps or crime in Seattle's neighborhoods.1 month ago
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Walsh: WA Supreme Court ‘painted itself into a corner’ as income tax repeal could reverse capital gains decision
The potential repeal of WA's income tax may impact capital gains decisions, raising legal questions for the Supreme Court.1 month ago
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‘Seattle is a sanctuary drug tourism city’: We Heart Seattle founder reacts to county homeless agency’s reset
Suarez described Seattle as a "sanctuary drug tourism city" due to having barrier-free access to drugs with no felony charges for possession.1 month ago
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‘It’s foreign to me’: Curley celebrates Seattle Dog’s national title, admits he can’t tell brisket from barbecue
The Seattle Dog was named America's best regional hot dog in a New York Times Wirecutter taste-testing video.1 month ago
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‘It’s night and day’: Aurora resident praises street barriers for curbing neighborhood crime
Seattle's emergency plan blocks traffic on Aurora streets, boosting safety and curbing crime in the community.1 month ago
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‘People on the left are really unhappy’: Journalist breaks down discontent with Mayor Katie Wilson
Journalist Hannah Krieg discusses Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson breaking with Democratic tradition by endorsing progressive challengers over two veteran state lawmakers.1 month ago
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‘When the price goes up, people buy less’: Curley rips Seattle’s gig worker minimum wage law
John Curley examines Seattle's $26 gig worker wage law effects on employment and consumer behavior.1 month ago
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‘That’s going to push prices higher’: Oil expert warns of rising prices this summer
Oil expert warns of gas price increase this summer, affecting consumers and the economy.1 month ago
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‘Girmay is afraid’: Brian Heywood calls King County Executive’s apology ‘cowardly’ after selfie firestorm
When Brian Heywood took a selfie with King County Executive Girmay Zahilay at a World Cup match, he did not know the firestorm of controversy it would spark.1 month ago
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‘Why would only the Second Amendment right have this litmus test?’: Gun law analyst breaks down WA’s 83% background check fee hike
Washington gun owners are facing a steep rate increase. The cost of background checks is climbing 83%, going from $18 to $33.1 month ago
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‘I’m getting an electric car’: WA gas tax to increase by 6 cents on July 1
Washington's gas tax will increase by six cents per gallon starting July 1 — the second consecutive increase after nine years without a jump.2 months ago
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‘I think you’re the next mayor’: Curley tells Bob Kettle after council member rips city’s handling of crime
Seattle City Councilmember and Chair of the Public Safety Committee Bob Kettle was among those marching for an end to violence on Aurora Avenue earlier this month.2 months ago
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‘He might be able to challenge him’: Brian Heywood thinks AG Nick Brown could be eyeing run for governor
Let's Go Washington founder Brian Heywood suggested Brown's strong tone may be a sign he's positioning for a bigger political move.2 months ago
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