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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Male birth control pill deemed safe, but Gee says men wouldn’t take it

A male birth control pill has been deemed safe for human use but KIRO hosts debate if men will take it.
12 months ago
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Seattle's Morning News

‘What can we do to reduce spending?’ Seattle council member weighs in on primary election, Seattle’s mounting budget woes

Based on initial primary election returns, Washington voters may be swinging the pendulum once again toward more progressive leadership and policies.
1 year ago
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James Lynch

Katie Wilson leads incumbent Bruce Harrell in race for Seattle mayor

The Seattle mayor race is heating up between Katie Wilson and incumbent Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell.
1 year ago
Rest stops Washington...
Charlie Harger

We deserve better: WA rest stops are a national embarrassment

Charlie Harger recapped his time spent traveling to New York, attending lavish rest stops along the way. Why can't Washington follow suit?
1 year ago
Maple Valley Double Murder...
Jonah Oaklief

Gun violence down 25% in South King County, thanks to ‘two-prong approach’

King County Prosecuting Attorney Leesa Manion and mental health counselor Katya Wojcik talk about a decrease in gun violence in King County.
1 year ago
primary election King County...
Heather Bosch

Voting in today’s primary election 

As of Monday morning, only 15.5% of registered King County voters had turned in their ballots for the Washington primary.
1 year ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Anybody can buy it’: Jake and Spike warn of ‘legal morphine’ Kratom products

Jake and Spike are warning of kratom-related products.
1 year ago
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John Curley Show

‘A big fat lie’: Burien council member slams DESC-run facility over lack of treatment

A Burien City Council member voiced her frustrations with a DESC-run shelter over a lack of treatment.
1 year ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Nothing quite like it’: Hydroplane champion captures rush of Seafair races

The roar of hydroplane engines returned to Lake Washington Friday as the Apollo Mechanical Cup kicked off Seafair weekend.
1 year ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Is Blue Angels protest going to stop festivities? — ‘Heck no!’ Jake Skorheim says

Jake and Spike talk about the Blue Angels ahead of Seafair weekend.
1 year ago
Image: Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson...
John Curley Show

‘Throwing money at the right problem’: Seattle council president defends tax-funded treatment bill

Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson explained her addiction treatment bill on "The John Curley Show."
1 year ago
Photo: Two river otters. WDFW recently reported a child was involved in an animal attack when an ot...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘I think there’s some liability’: KIRO hosts debate who’s at fault for Bremerton otter attack

The mother of a young child who was violently attacked by a river otter at the Bremerton Marina last year has filed a lawsuit against the Port of Bremerton
1 year ago
costco shooting...
James Lynch

Man charged in Tukwila Costco parking lot murder pleads not guilty

Prosecutors announced last week charges against two teens for the murder of Mingyuan Huang in a Tukwila parking lot back in January.
1 year ago
wa woman was in hawaii during tsunami warning...
James Lynch

‘We didn’t know how big this was’: WA woman describes panic as tsunami threat hits Hawaii

A Washington woman described her experience in Hawaii as tsunami warnings were issued.
1 year ago
WA gas prices...
John Curley Show

As WA gas prices soar 40% above U.S., John Curley offers DIY solution

Washington residents are paying almost 40% more for a gallon of gas compared to the national average.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

Seattle mayoral candidate Katie Wilson tops Harrell in poll, pushes housing to solve homelessness

Seattle mayoral candidate Katie Wilson prioritizes housing to combat homelessness, gaining momentum in the upcoming election.
1 year ago
woman suing navy over blue angels...
Julia Dallas

‘I’m a very spiteful, vengeful person’: Woman warns Navy she won’t drop Blue Angels cat death lawsuit

Seattle woman stands firm in lawsuit against U.S. Navy over Blue Angels noise leading to her cat's death.
1 year ago
Julia Dallas

‘Is this a joke?’ Jake and Spike debate morality of Blue Angels cat death lawsuit

Jake and Spike debate over a Seattle woman's decision to sue the U.S. Navy over Blue Angels noise, claiming it killed her cat.
1 year ago
Chris Sullivan

Life on State Route 167 is about to change

Discover how new toll regulations on SR 167 aim to reduce cheating in the HOT lane and affect your commute.
1 year ago
Frank Lenzi

University of Idaho murders hit home for KIRO Newsradio journalist

The University of Idaho murders hit close to home for a member of the KIRO Newsradio family.
1 year ago
Heather Bosch

Trump treating tariffs like ‘reality TV show,’ Sen. Patty Murray says

Sen. Patty Murray responds to Trump's 35% tariff plan on Canadian goods, highlighting its impact on trade and the economy.
1 year ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Gee argues federal $40K tax write-off favors wealthy WA homeowners

Gee highlights how the SALT cap increase benefits affluent Washington homeowners.
1 year ago
Frank Sumrall

‘Oregon found population segment not yet taxed’: Jake and Spike sound off on new permits for paddle craft

Beginning January 1, 2026, all kayaks, rafts, and stand-up paddleboards will require a permit in the state of Oregon.
1 year ago
Frank Sumrall

‘Government got involved’: Curley explains why Seattle has the most expensive Uber rides in the nation

The most expensive average Uber ride in the country is in Seattle, where a 30-minute ride costs an average of $60, according to a study by NetCredit.
1 year ago