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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
Heather Bosch
Travel warning: Measles cases at highest since virus was considered eradicated
Over 1,300 measles cases reported in the U.S. this year, raising alarm as rates reach the highest since the virus was deemed eradicated.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Curley on dropping crime rates in Seattle: ‘It’s down from a record high’
The Seattle Times columnist Danny Westneat wrote that crime throughout Seattle is down. Despite the promising data, KIRO host John Curley wanted to pump the brakes on celebrating the optimistic trends.1 year ago
James Lynch
Former King County Sheriff concerned by Pierce County Sheriff’s DUI test remark
A former King County Sheriff addresses concerns over Pierce County sheriff's DUI test remarks on KIRO Newsradio.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Swank Derangement Syndrome’: Pierce County Sheriff spars with KIRO hosts over DUI arrest
Sheriff Keith Swank joined "The Gee and Ursula Show" to discuss reprimanding Major Chadwick Dickerson and the comparisons between his major's DUI arrest and his own from 2007.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
WA Gun Law president: WA ‘just trying to invade the privacy of responsible gun owners’ regarding new restrictions
"They're just trying to invade the privacy of lawful, responsible gun owners," Kirk said. "They believe that somehow or another, gun stores are contributing to the gun violence problem, when in fact, they're not."1 year ago
Jason Sutich
This tax ‘will definitely hurt our business’: WA 10% gold and silver tax punishes local retailers
Starting January 1, 2026, Washington residents may face sales tax on gold, silver, and coins due to new legislation.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Former Sounders keeper reunites with high school classmate-turned-KIRO host ahead of Seafair honor
Former Sounders keeper Kasey Keller has been named the grand marshal of the Seafair Torchlight Parade on July 26 at the Seattle Waterfront.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
‘This is political prosecution’: Tim Hazelo guilty of felony unlawful entry after refusing to wear a mask
Tim Hazelo, the former Island County Republican Party Chair, has been convicted of felony unlawful entry after he refused to wear a mask while he operated as an official election observer during the November 2024 general election.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
‘This is inevitable:’ Spike mourns the end of The Little Red Hen
The Little Red Hen country music bar and dance hall, home to good times, live country music, and cold beer, appears to be closing at the end of July.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
‘I would love to live to 107’: Gee, Ursula celebrate a West Seattle resident’s incredible birthday
Rosa Facciuto, a resident of Brookdale Senior Living in West Seattle, celebrated an astonishing feat earlier this week — her 107th birthday.1 year ago
Seattle's Morning News
Jeremy Piven talks ‘Entourage,’ new comedy special, and stripper names ahead of Seattle stand-up show
Actor and comedian Jeremy Piven is making his way to Seattle's Neptune Theatre next month as part of his stand-up tour, but not before stopping by "Seattle's Morning News" on KIRO Newsradio.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Where does the money go?’: Curley, critics questions use of funds raised by Climate Commitment Act
The Climate Commitment Act (CCA), the law that sets a cap on carbon pollution in the state, has raised billions of dollars since it became finalized in 2023.1 year ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
Spike O’Neill applauds Kroger’s new coupon policy for less tech-savvy shoppers
Discover how Kroger's revised policy makes digital-only coupons accessible through printed flyers, improving savings for all shoppers.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
WA Rep. rips Trump’s ‘big, beautiful bill’: A ‘reverse Robin Hood’ for the rich
President Donald Trump's “big, beautiful bill” has received plenty of criticism and pushback, including from U.S. Rep Adam Smith, D-WA.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Churches, houses of worship can now endorse political candidates, IRS rules
Churches and other houses of worship can now officially endorse political candidates to their congregations, the IRS ruled Monday.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
‘Seattle is not dying’: Population surpasses 800,000, making it one of the fastest-growing cities
Seattle continues to be one of the country's fastest-growing cities after its population surpassed 800,000, according to new estimates from Washington's Office of Financial Management.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Flying out of Seattle? TSA now letting you keep your shoes on through security
The Transportation Safety Administration (TSA) confirmed that it will now allow passengers to keep their footwear on as they go through security checkpoints.1 year ago
John Curley Show
Cliff Mass: ‘There were a number of opportunities to save people’ near Texas river
Cliff Mass explains that despite improved forecasting, Texas floods led to over 100 deaths with several emergency warnings.1 year ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘He needs to get out of politics’: Gee and Ursula unconvinced by Elon Musk’s new political party
Explore KIRO hosts' perspectives on Elon Musk's political party and its potential impact on the political landscape.1 year ago
Frank Sumrall
Gee Scott: ‘You’re a jerk’ if you set off fireworks after the Fourth of July
Fireworks tend to go rogue during the Fourth of July holiday, with holiday-themed pyrotechnics continuing throughout the night for days on end—a common frustration for those who want to put the holiday behind them.1 year ago
Seattle's Morning News
‘The big, beautiful bill’ will ‘refocus Medicaid dollars,’ WA rep. claims
Just before the House sent the bill to the president's desk, Washington rep. Jim Walsh explained why this "big, beautiful bill" is necessary.1 year ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘Definitely the hardest’ time to run a business, Columbia City restaurant owner claims
Theo Martin, the owner of Island Soul in Columbia City for the past 25 years, claimed that right now is the hardest time to run a business.1 year ago
