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Aurora Avenue child exploitation trafficking...
John Curley Show

‘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.
3 months 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.
3 months 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.
3 months 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.
3 months 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.
3 months 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.
3 months ago
Seattle gig worker minimum wage...
John Curley Show

‘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.
3 months 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.
3 months 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.
3 months 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.
3 months 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.
3 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.
3 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.
3 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘I’m bullish on Seattle’: Developer unveils plans for 44-story ultra-luxury condo tower in Denny Triangle

As Seattle battles negative headlines and a struggling downtown, one local developer isn't retreating. He's going all in.
3 months ago
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‘People are more pissed off than Olympia was hoping for’: Let’s Go Washington gets millionaires’ tax repeal on November ballot

Let's Go Washington has officially gathered enough signatures to get the repeal of the state's millionaires' tax on the November ballot.
3 months ago
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‘If I end up removed, then so be it’: Sheriff Swank vows to fight Pierce County proposal that could remove him

Pierce County is weighing a proposal for an appointed sheriff, which, if passed, would remove current Sheriff Keith Swank from office in 2027.
3 months ago
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‘You don’t think they’re going to get another gun?’ Curley blasts Seattle city attorney’s plan to combat violence on Aurora

KIRO host John Curley shared his own solution to curbing violence along Aurora on "The John Curley Show" on KIRO Newsradio.
3 months ago
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SODO Business Association urges city to ‘stop penduluming back and forth’ as Seattle cleans up for World Cup

SODO urges city to ensure a smooth clean-up for the World Cup, preparing for 750,000 fans in downtown Seattle.
3 months ago
PSE bill raise...
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‘Trying to help consumers by hiding information’: Climate Commitment Act costs will now show up on PSE natural gas bills

After the UTC blocked Puget Sound Energy from listing Climate Commitment Act costs on customer bills, the commission reversed course.
3 months ago
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‘We are ruled by the ignorant’: Curley makes his case for a voter literacy test

Explore Curley's stance on who should have the right to vote amid rising concerns about political qualifications.
3 months ago
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Curley has new idea for light rail fare enforcement as Seattle ranks #1 for ridership: ‘No standing, only seats’

While light rail and streetcar ridership totaled 4.8 million trips in the Seattle area, KIRO host John Curley pointed to a lack of fare enforcement.
3 months ago
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‘A violation of the constitution’: Curley reacts after ‘unusual’ suspect arrested for stealing millionaires’ tax petition signatures

A man caught on video allegedly stealing signatures from a petition to repeal Washington's millionaires' tax has been arrested.
3 months ago
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‘They don’t need to do any more studying’: Former Seattle council member lays out action plan to curb Aurora violence

Former Seattle City Councilmember for District 5 Cathy Moore laid out her own action plan for curbing gun violence in the Aurora neighborhood.
3 months ago
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‘We allow them to track us’: John Curley questions when constant security becomes surveillance

John Curley explores the fine line between security and surveillance in light of new technology and government oversight.
4 months ago
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