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patriotism...
John Curley

Curley: The American flag belongs to all of us, don’t let politics steal your patriotism

Discover how patriotism transcends politics and unites us all in celebrating the American flag.
5 months ago
Puerto Vallarta el mencho...
Charlie Harger

Harger: I was just there when Puerto Vallarta was beautiful. Days later, it was on fire.

Five days ago, I was watching the sun come up over Puerto Vallarta harbor. Then, the Mexican army killed El Mencho in a military operation in Jalisco state.
6 months ago
Seattle unaffordable housing...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Good luck’ finding a $400K home: Jake rips Seattle’s unaffordable housing market

While U.S. residents are facing one of the most unaffordable housing markets in the country's history, Seattle's unaffordable housing costs remain high.
6 months ago
Seahawks sale relocation fears...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘This is our team’: Ursula, Spike weigh in on Seahawks sale, relocation fears

As the the Paul Allen Estate is now selling the Seahawks, many fans have worries about if there is any potential for the new owner to try to move the team.
6 months ago
ICE arrests washington...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Eye-opening’: Ursula shocked at nearly half of ICE arrests in Washington have no criminal history

Discover how 47% of ICE arrests in Washington involve individuals with no criminal history. Insights on federal data and its impact.
6 months ago
Seattle drug addicts...
John Curley Show

‘Bad news for Seattle’: Curley worried San Francisco drug crackdown will push addicts north

San Francisco's mayor wants to arrest public drug user at a high rate, but John Curley, explained how the trickle-down effects would negatively impact Seattle.
6 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘A snapshot of failure’: Jake, Spike question Seattle’s dog overdose prevention efforts

Learn how Seattle is educating dog owners on overdose prevention with pamphlets and essential treatment tips for their pets.
6 months ago
WA millionaire's tax administrator pay...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Are they this valuable?’: Jake looks to cut school administrators rather than pass ‘millionaire tax’

Critics urge budget cuts instead of a new millionaire tax in Washington. Explore the debate surrounding fiscal responsibility.
6 months ago
government fishing industry...
John Curley

Curley: Senator says ‘no one builds alone,’ but the government didn’t sleep on wet concrete

Curley tells the story of Chuck Bundrant, who came to Seattle with $80 and built a $3 billion fishing empire through grit and sacrifice.
6 months ago
Kurt Cobain death homicide Seattle...
John Curley Show

‘There are inconsistencies’: Curley revisits Kurt Cobain’s death despite SPD refusing to reopen case

More than 30 years after Kurt Cobain, the lead singer and songwriter for Nirvana was found dead, John Curley took another look at the case details.
6 months ago
ICE bill Olympia...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘A step in the right direction’: Gee and Ursula back WA bill to notify workers of ICE inspections

The Immigrant Workers Protection Act ensures timely ICE inspection notifications for employees. Learn more about this crucial legislation.
6 months ago
companies AI...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Gee says ‘companies are downsizing’ despite CEOs saying AI has little job impact

A survey reveals CEOs see little AI impact on jobs, yet companies continue to downsize. Explore the implications for the workforce.
6 months ago
Katie Wilson Seattle budget Starbucks starlink term homelessness prevention...
Frank Sumrall

‘Light on substance’: Katie Wilson’s first State of the City speech draws praise for tone, questions on specific policies

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson delivered her State of the City address Tuesday, but how specific was she in proposing measures to address the city's struggles?
6 months ago
Sheriff Swank DUI arrest Pierce County...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘He uses his power to demonize segments of the community’: Gee backs petition to cancel Pierce County sheriff’s library events

Pierce County sheriff's library events face backlash as Gee backs petition against perceived intimidation and controversial discussions.
6 months ago
Starbucks CEO...
John Curley

Curley: Before you rage about the Starbucks CEO’s salary, consider this

Curley addresses complaints about the Starbucks CEO's pay amid job losses in the news industry during COVID-19 lockdowns.
6 months ago
Singles rent tax...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Very expensive to be single’: Gee, Ursula find solutions to avoid the ‘singles tax’

Zillow has coined the term "singles tax" to describe the added burden on solo renters, who pay roughly $10,000 more per year than couples.
6 months ago
Photo: A person demonstrates making a delivery with DoorDash as a Dasher in April 2024....
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘They are detached from reality’: Gee criticizes Seattle leaders for ‘political theater’ as gig worker law backfires

KIRO host Gee Scott warns Seattle's gig worker law backfired; drivers now earn less two years later.
6 months ago
Ballard homeless camp...
John Curley Show

‘There will forever be service-resistant people’: We Heart Seattle says Katie Wilson’s approach is ‘same set and release’

We Heart Seattle discusses the impact of the recent Ballard encampment sweep and the ongoing challenges in the area.
6 months ago
Ring Flock Safety...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Ring cancels Flock Safety deal, but Jake still uneasy: ‘Every single moment of my life is being captured’

Ring's cancellation of the Flock deal raises questions about privacy and safety for users and law enforcement agencies.
6 months ago
super bowl parade seattle seahawks...
John Curley Show

‘They all earn it’: Curley defends Seahawks players ahead of millionaire’s tax vote

As fans cheered on the Seahawks during the Super Bowl parade through downtown, KIRO host John Curley warned of an upcoming bill that could hurt the players.
6 months ago
buffalo beef prices...
John Curley Show

‘Is it a bad idea?’: Curley considers buying buffalo to avoid skyrocketing beef prices

Curley entertained the idea of owning a farm. Before Curley buys several bison buffalo to roam his property, he tapped a local cattle raiser for some pointers.
6 months ago
youth athletics cost...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Can’t do it’: Jake, Spike weigh in on skyrocketing costs of youth athletics

A family raised concerns about the expensive costs for their child to play youth sports, roughly $16,000 a year for their son to play baseball with his team.
6 months ago
death tax wa estate...
John Curley Show

‘They’re moving out’: Curley on WA residents leaving the state to avoid steep death tax

John Curley claimed the reasoning behind most out-of-state moves is that residents are forced out in an attempt to avoid the steep estate taxes in Washington.
6 months ago
tow cars super bowl seahawks...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Rules are rules’: Spike defends towing of 55 cars during Seahawks Super Bowl parade

While many parade-goers were celebrating the Seahawks Super Bowl win in Seattle, many of their cars were being towed in Lynnwood for illegally parking.
6 months ago