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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: The lesson we all can learn from President Biden

As disturbed as I am by the state of politics right now, I do have President Biden to thank for giving me a new perspective on a personal matter.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Should President Biden drop out of the race?

Ursula Reutin and Dave Ross have a very spirited conversation about our state’s Democratic response to President Biden. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM Listen to the Gee and Ursula Show every weekday at 9am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM […]
2 years ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

From the audience: Kamala Harris needs to lead next generation of Democrats

Joe Biden merely needs to hand over the reins of power to his second in command, Vice President Kamala Harris, and sooner rather than later.
2 years ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

From the audience: How my father’s age makes me scared for Joe Biden

A KIRO Newsradio listener shared his views: As I watch my dad, sometimes what I see in me – I feel it's time for Joe Biden to "let it go."
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Do You Have Air Conditioning?

It’s getting hot in Washington—so hot that records are being broken! Gee Scott joined SMN to discuss the heat and air conditioners. Let us know in the comments if you have AC or don’t think it’s worth it. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on […]
2 years ago
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Dave Ross

Dave Ross dedicates one of his hits to the commuter caught with a dummy

It happened again last month: A commuter was caught in the carpool lane with a very lifelike dummy. Although, it did not fool the police.
2 years ago
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Travis Mayfield

Mayfield: One public library is now banning kids from entering

A public library in Idaho has officially banned kids from entering. It says it is make the change due to a new state law.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: GEE and Baby GEE

A very special guest joined the Gee and Ursula Show: Gee Jr.! It’s fair to say that like father, like son. Watch Gee Jr. answer questions about his dad, life, and more! Listen to the Gee and Ursula Show every weekday at 9am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM Listen to KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or […]
2 years ago
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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: Why we should feel sorry for giant, billion-dollar grocery chains

The good news is the rate of increase for grocery retailers is slowing down, while still being thoughtful about keeping the essentials in check.
2 years ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger’s guide to neighborhood etiquette this Fourth of July: ‘Be sober when setting off explosives’

I really love fireworks. But you know what drives me crazy when celebrating America's independence this Fourth of July? Fireworks.
2 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: Now I get my say on Biden, Trump during the presidential debate

The real catastrophe was that Biden’s terrible performance seems to have caused everyone to forget this little exchange with Trump during the debate.
2 years ago
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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: More evidence schools would be wise to lock up cell phones

As more schools grapple with how to regulate students and their cell phones, a Seattle summer program officially took the leap this week.
2 years ago
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Travis Mayfield

Mayfield: Please get out of the CARE Team’s way and let it work

This week the Mayor announced a pilot program called the Community Assisted Response and Engagement (CARE) team could be expanding.
2 years ago
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Steve Coogan

‘Disaster’: KIRO, KTTH hosts roast Biden for CNN debate performance

The KIRO Newsradio and KTTH hosts who offered their impressions of the debate agreed that Joe Biden did not have a good night at the podium.
2 years ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: It’s time to try something different regarding presidential debates

Is it going to change anyone's mind? It's hard not to be cynical about the CNN Presidential Debate coming up Thursday evening.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Spike Tries To Infect Us With COVID

Is COVID, and quarantining people, still something we have to worry about? You might notice the absence of one half of this fine radio program. Spike O’Neill attempts to take down The Jack and Spike Show and fails thanks to the tireless efforts of KIRO Newsradio’s very own Jack Stine. Tune in live to The […]
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Cop Who Arrested Justin Timberlake For DWI INFURIATES Hamptons Elite

More details emerge about the 23-year-old Sag Harbor officer who arrested Justin Timberlake for a DWI. Michael Arkinson, hero in our hearts, rookie on the force and seemingly a perfectly reasonable officer of the law, has been unmasked by the media. And apparently he has been ‘infuriating’ vacationers in the Hamptons for months. Jack Stine […]
2 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: As Louisiana requires the Ten Commandments in classrooms, don’t limit anti-sin campaigns to schools

The State of Louisiana has passed a law requiring the Ten Commandments to be posted in every school in the state.
2 years ago
Travis Mayfield

Mayfield: Democracy needs your help

There are many reasons to be concerned about democracy. But one that we don’t talk much about is our own willingness to actually participate.
2 years ago
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Angela Poe Russell

Angela Poe Russell: We need to end the Pride flag debate, take real action

With June being Pride month, there has been debate over the flag and proclamations and what should the government's role be in this.
2 years ago
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Ursula Reutin

Ursula: Being gay has no bearing on allegations against former SPD Chief Diaz

In his first interview since he stepped down as the city's top cop, former SPD Chief Adrian Diaz publicly came out as gay.
2 years ago
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Matt Markovich

Markovich: Fatherhood can’t be a part-time job

Data says the average school-age boy only spends 30 minutes a week in a one-on-one conversations with fathers when dad is at home.
2 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: Supreme Court rules against pro-life challenge, so what’s next for the Christian Nationalists?

The Supreme Court last week unanimously turned down the pro-life challenge to the FDA’s decision to make Mifepristone widely available.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Timed Toilets Are A Thing?!?!

A popular tourist attraction in China has installed digital clocks that display just how long someone’s been “in there.” They say it’s for safety reasons, but some claim it’s shaming their #2 time… 🚽 Listen to the John & Jake Show every weekday at 3pm on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM. Listen to KIRO Newsradio 97.3 […]
2 years ago