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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
Trump's tariffs...
Manda Factor

Former WA attorney general predicts Supreme Court will strike down Trump’s tariffs

Trump's tariffs may face a critical Supreme Court decision soon, reshaping trade policies and impacting the economy.
6 months ago
climate policy trump wa...
Manda Factor

Doctor warns Trump’s climate policy rollback could cost WA $73 billion, harm children’s health

Medical experts are raising alarms about the Trump administration's decision to eliminate a key environmental regulation, warning the move could have far-reaching consequences for public health.
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
viral Flight video...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘She made me cry’: Flight attendant opens up about viral moment on Gee’s flight

While KIRO host Gee Scott was on a flight, he witnessed a touching moment between a passenger and a flight attendant, which quickly went viral.
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
human remains shallow grave mount rainier missing tacoma woman...
John Curley Show

‘I’m just proud’: Thurston County sheriff praises deputy’s handling of viral ‘Karen’ confrontation

Sheriff Sanders praises deputy's calm response to viral confrontation, highlighting professionalism and community trust in law enforcement.
6 months ago
staffing spog seattle protest...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘This is how you lose trust’: Gee and Ursula dismayed after report finds SPD bias possibly escalated May Day rally

A report reveals potential SPD officer bias impacting the May Day rally, raising concerns about police conduct and public safety.
6 months ago
Federal Way City Council...
Frank Lenzi

Federal Way City council removes president for posting anti-ICE walkout flyer

The Federal Way City Council has voted to remove Martin Moore as its president after he posted a flyer promoting a student walkout protesting ICE.
6 months ago
washington legislature kids fentanyl...
Charlie Harger

Harger: WA legislature has until Tuesday to protect kids from fentanyl. They probably won’t.

In 2023, the legislature passed the Keeping Families Together Act. The intent was good, but cops and caseworkers have taken it to an absurd extreme.
6 months ago
pierce county homicide shot...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘I couldn’t disagree more’: Jake clashes with WA senator over bill stripping counties of sheriff decisions

Washington's Senate Bill 5974 aims to address issues with decertified sheriffs and their certification status.
6 months ago