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Video: Is Donald Trump ‘raising an army?’

If Trump went to jail, he might raise a lot of money. But it could also incite violence from his supporters, says Spike O’Neill. “He’s raising an army,” says Spike O’Neill. “They’re playing with fire.” “Oh, here we go,” says Jack Stine. “What happens in the Trump army? Do you really think anyone outside a […]
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Seattle’s city council election results and what they mean for the city

Ursula joins Seattle’s Morning News to discuss the recent elections in Seattle. What do the results mean for the city as a whole?
3 years ago
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Colleen O'Brien

Colleen: How do you thank a veteran?

Earlier this week, Dave and I spoke with Dan Clare, a Marine and Air Force veteran who now works for the Disabled American Veterans Organization.
3 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Jack and Spike Show: Seattle is no longer the most progressive city

"Crime is the biggest motivator for people to get out and vote and vote for somebody who they might not usually vote for," Stine added.
3 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: Republicans take on drug trafficking in third debate

Last night’s Republican debate – which, again, served no practical purpose since the winner seems to have already crossed the finish line – made me do some soul-searching.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Who had more success during the elections? Democrats or Republicans?

Seattle’s Morning News welcomed Randy Pepple and Cathy Allen this morning to discuss who had more success during the elections, democrats or republicans. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News, weekdays from 5am to 9am on KIRO Newsradio!
3 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: The hidden benefit of Social Security, funding our volunteers

It gives retired people the freedom to participate in the causes they really care about, all of which helps keep communities together.
3 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: The sun is setting on Seattle and it’s got me all mopey and restless

Yesterday evening, I stood in the kitchen and looked out at the backyard. You know what I saw? Nothing. Because suddenly it’s very dark at 5 p.m.
3 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Jack and Spike Show: A nurse is ‘one of the most difficult jobs ever’ amid strikes

More than 1,300 nurses at PRMCE will go on strike next week after UFCW 3000, the largest union in Washington, gave PRMCE a 10-day strike notice last week.
3 years ago
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Ursula Reutin

Ursula: ‘I condemn Hamas and agree with the goal of eliminating this terror group’

"I don't believe it's antisemitic to say that I also support innocent Palestinians," Ursula Reutin writes.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Footage of protesters blocking the Port of Tacoma, delaying possible military ship headed to Israel

Our own Sam Campbell was in Tacoma this morning, capturing footage of a protest at the Port of Tacoma. A ship is reportedly being stocked with military equipment headed for Israel, these protesters were attempting to stop the ship from heading out to sea.
3 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: Jeff Bezos is leaving Seattle, but did he really live here anyway?

But let’s put this in perspective. Our billionaires may call Seattle “home” – but how much time do they really get to spend here?
3 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

Jack & Spike Show: Jail is one motivator to stop Metro drug use

A study confirmed that traces of illegal drugs being used on Metro buses linger and stick around for others to inhale second-handed.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Protests against the Israel-Hamas war in downtown Seattle

KIRO Newsradio reporter Luke Duecy captures video of a protest against the Isreal-Hamas war in downtown Seattle, as well as a protester being removed from a rooftop.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Will the Seattle Seahawks beat the Baltimore Ravens this weekend?

Gee Scott joins Seattle’s Morning News this morning to discuss the Seahawks and their chances against the Baltimore Ravens. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News with Dave Ross and Colleen O’Brien weekdays from 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or on-demand wherever you listen to podcasts.
3 years ago
Dave Ross

Ross: A perfect match of willful blindness and Trump’s trial

Whatever you think about the Trump legal drama, it represents an opportunity to learn some of the more obscure principles of criminal law.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Cringe or Based: Halloween Costumes at Work?

How do you feel about wearing Halloween costumes at work? Spike is all for it, and Jack is firmly against. But board op extraordinaire Andrew will be the ultimate arbitrator. Don’t miss The Jack and Spike Show live on 97.3 FM, or Frankenstein-reanimated wherever you listen to podcasts. https://mynorthwest.com/category/jack-and-spike/
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Why is PCC closing in downtown Seattle?

Gee Scott joined Seattle's Morning News to discuss PCC and why their flagship store is closing in downtown Seattle.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Crime scene of University District killing in Seattle, Washington

The crime scene of a killing in the University District of Seattle, Washington, on November 2nd, 2023.
3 years ago
Dave Ross

Ross: Paying out Social Security later might be the reality we have to accept

Since Social Security payments come out of the US Treasury, it means a chunk of the federal deficit is my fault.
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: What is Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?

What is the Mexican holiday ‘Día de Los Muertos’ all about? KIRO Newsradio’s Micki Gamez stopped by Seattle’s Morning News with Dave Ross and Colleen O’Brien to explain. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News with Dave Ross and Colleen O’Brien weekdays from 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or on-demand wherever you […]
3 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: Palestinian minister asks UN for peace, Israelis look back to genocide

"Mr. President, 2.3 million Palestinians in Gaza face death every day and every night," al-Maliki pleaded. "Save them, save them. Look at them as human beings."
3 years ago
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: How old is too old to trick-or-treat on Halloween?

KIRO Newsradio’s Micki Gamez stopped by Seattle’s Morning News with Dave Ross and Colleen O’Brien to discuss how old is too old to trick-or-treat on Halloween? Listen to Seattle’s Morning News weekdays from 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or on-demand wherever you listen to podcasts. Learn more about Seattle’s Morning […]
3 years ago
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Dave Ross

Ross: With new photo AI how are we supposed to trust our friends’ vacation photos?

I have to think we’re prepared for this because we’ve all been faking photos long before AI. We’ve all air-brushed our history one way or another.
3 years ago