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MyNorthwest Staff
Tangney: Airbnb restriction proposal could keep Seattle from becoming a ‘hotel town’
A proposal from Seattle City Council member Tim Burgess and Mayor Ed Murray would add regulations for short-term home rentals on platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
The key to fixing homelessness is lowering your expectations, Tangney says
Tom Tangney comes to Mayor Ed Murray's defense and says the city's homeless problems are a process that won't easily be fixed.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Marcus Trufant: Snoop Dogg isn’t wrong on ‘Roots’ remake criticism
Marcus Trufant and Terry Hollimon discuss their view of the "Roots" remake and Snoop Dogg's comments about black representation on screen.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Baseball memories: Taking one for the team
John Curley struck out a lot in little league. So he developed a tactic that would consistently get him on base – and leave him with bruises.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
These are the unintended consequences of firing a Seattle teacher
The ripple effect caused from the punishment of a Seattle teacher may already be visible.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Danny O’Neil: ‘Boondoggle’ of Seattle politics will slow life-saving work
The Times found there are "at least 1,163 buildings" that are not built to withstand a major earthquake. That puts more than 26,000 people at risk.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Will extra, private workers expedite the security line at Sea-Tac Airport?
Private workers start training along security lines at Sea-Tac Airport Thursday.10 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Should Woody Allen be celebrated at the Seattle International Film Festival?
Woody Allen's latest film will be featured on the opening night of the Seattle International Film Festival. But some do not support honoring the man who has been followed by serious allegations.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Comedian Samantha Bee comes to female Seattle council members’ defense
The host of TBS’ “Full Frontal with Samantha Bee” introduced “The Seattle Seawards” in a tongue-in-cheek segment.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Homegrown Washingtonian likes Seattle’s geographic diversity
Gene Balk of The Seattle Times found that, geographically speaking, Seattle is the third most diverse major city in the U.S.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Should Seattle really be considered the most bike-friendly city in America?
It may be difficult to believe, but Seattle is the best U.S. city for riding bicycles, according to Zillow.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Curley worries about a super raccoon roaming the city
What really happened to the raccoon that knocked out power to more than 38,000 homes and businesses in Seattle?10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
John Curley explains why he is jumping on the Hillary Clinton bandwagon
For the good of the Republican Party, John Curley is ready to cast a vote he never expected he'd make.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
SDOT director Kubly writes op-ed amid bike-share skepticism
KIRO Radio's Tom Tangney wonders if Scott Kubly's op-ed was, at least partially, in response to news that the SDOT director and bike-share proponent isn't a member himself. He is, however, a member of this.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Tom Tangney would prefer someone steal from him than starve
Tom Tangney supports a court ruling in Italy that says stealing small amounts of food out of necessity is not a crime.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Terry Hollimon explains being offended by ‘Black Rifles Matter’ bumper sticker
How a "Black Rifle's Matter" bumper sticker fueled a debate on the merits of the Black Lives Matter movement.10 years ago
KIRO 7 News Staff
Washington lawmaker wants to drop weekend tolls on SR 167
Tolls could be changing on State Route 167, and the move could save drivers money.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
John Curley worries changes at Bellevue High School could hit his wallet
While jokes and speculation about the Bellevue football controversy have come easy, the smaller economic aftermath remains uncertain.10 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Seattle police prepared for May Day, anarchist march
May Day in Seattle has become known, not for the workers' rights marches, but more for anarchists rioting causing increased police presence in downtown and Capitol Hill.10 years ago
Dyer Oxley
Why fugitives should not flee to Mexico to escape the law
While fleeing to Mexico sometimes works in the movies, it's unlikely to work well for the Reed brothers currently on the run and accused of murdering an Arlington couple.10 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
O’Neil: NCAA-type enforcement now needed for Washington high school football
Danny O'Neil says the Bellevue High School recruitment scandal marks the end of innocence of high school football.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Do kids really use drinking fountains, John Curley asks
If students aren't drinking water with high levels of lead in it then there's no need to be concerned.10 years ago
Kipp Robertson
Tom and Curley discover the true reason for political parties
The likelyhood that a research vessel will not be named "RRS Boaty McBoatface" has some constituents of the British government in an uproar.10 years ago
Dyer Oxley
What we have lost with the death of Prince
Even if you aren't a fan of Prince, his influence and effect on modern music can be felt throughout the industry. But that is just a small portion of what music has lost with the death of the icon.10 years ago
John Curley on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM
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