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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘Good news on the horizon’: Downtown Seattle Association sees retail turning a corner
Downtown Seattle's retail scene shows promise with new arrivals and relocations, signaling a turnaround for local businesses.9 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘Surprised to be feeling so crummy’: Grandmother gets flu after 30-year streak amid intense U.S. outbreak
A grandmother's first flu in 30 years highlights the recent outbreak and rising illness rates across the U.S.9 months ago
Charlie Harger
New Year’s Eve commentary: What 2025 took from us — and what we’re carrying into 2026
New Year's strikes at midnight. I've been thinking a lot about the year we're leaving behind. 2025 was hard. For a lot of us. Maybe for you.9 months ago
John Curley Show
‘Nobody checks on it’: Curley believes alleged Minnesota day care fraud could happen in WA
KIRO host discusses potential fraud risks in WA following Minnesota's issues with childcare funding and government program schemes.9 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘Music to the ears’: Ursula on what a Seahawks No. 1 seed means for local businesses
Discover how Seahawks playoff games boost local businesses and the community in Seattle. A crucial match for the NFC title awaits!9 months ago
Charlie Harger
Inside ‘the boy in the tent’: Conditions were worse than anyone knew
Nearly two weeks after KIRO Newsradio first reported on a nine-year-old living in a fentanyl-filled encampment off Aurora Avenue, the tent has been abandoned.9 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘The wording matters’: Ursula responds to Kent mayor’s criticism of flood alerts
Kent Mayor Dana Ralph's comments on emergency alerts highlight the importance of communication during crises.9 months ago
John Curley Show
John Curley shares Holocaust survivor’s powerful story behind ‘Man’s Search for Meaning’
Explore Dr. Viktor Frankl's profound lessons on finding purpose in life, as shared by John Curley on KIRO Newsradio.9 months ago
John Curley Show
‘The pie is not fixed, Bob’: Curley dismisses Ferguson’s bid for millionaire income tax
Washington Gov. Ferguson's 9.9% income tax on millionaires faces dismissal amid budget shortfall discussions for 2026.9 months ago
Luke Duecy
Tech Talk: AI is watching your flight at SEA — here’s why that’s a good thing
Discover how AI at Seattle-Tacoma Airport improves flight safety and efficiency for travelers.9 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘It’s largely performative’: Ursula calls out land acknowledgments after appeals court sides with UW professor
The Ninth Circuit's decision favors UW professor Reges, sparking debate on land acknowledgments in academia and beyond.9 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘Pretty darn spectacular’: Ursula shares her favorite WA Christmas attractions
Explore festive markets and light displays in Washington's best Christmas attractions for a magical holiday experience.9 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘Genuinely meaningful’: Jake and Spike swap surprise Christmas gifts on air
Ahead of Christmas Day, "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio had a gift exchange during to highlight their appreciation for each member of the team.9 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘It’s unlawful’: Ursula denounces ICE as veteran released after months in detention
Veteran Muhammad Zahid Chaudhry freed from ICE detention after months, raising concerns about immigration law and justice for families.9 months ago
John Curley Show
WA Policy Center: Only 0.5% of CCA funds went to flooding — mostly for planning
Discover how CCA's funding response to historic flooding in Washington raises important questions about resource allocation.9 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Boy living in tent off Aurora Avenue now receiving medical care, neighbors say
A nine-year-old boy was living in a tent just blocks off Aurora Avenue in North Seattle with his parents. His mother was addicted to fentanyl.9 months ago
Julia Dallas
‘Screaming like a banshee’: KIRO hosts react to possible toilet rat amid King County warning
Discover KIRO hosts' insights on the alarming toilet rat warning from King County that gained global media attention.9 months ago
Charlie Harger
Prepare now: Christmas Eve windstorm threatens western WA with 40-60 mph gusts, power outages
A sudden Christmas Eve windstorm threat has Western Washington meteorologists scrambling Monday. The storm was not in forecasts just 24 hours ago.9 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: The holidays can be dangerous for mental health, prioritize yourself
We made it through the darkest day of the year. Quite literally. The winter solstice is behind us. From here, the days get longer. The light returns.9 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘10% of normal business’: Skykomish economy suffers with highway closure, but shops remain open
Skykomish faces challenges with road closure and power outages, yet local shops remain open to serve the community.9 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘They should pay more’: Spike backs taxing millionaires, warns small businesses could suffer
Washington's 9.9% millionaire tax may threaten small businesses while addressing essential budgetary requirements.9 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘It has failed everywhere’: Jake and Spike clash over publicly run grocery store idea
Explore the arguments for a publicly run grocery store in Seattle and its potential impact on the community.9 months ago
John Curley Show
‘The weirdest thing’: Wenatchee swimmer describes finding boys in girls’ locker room
While an initiative is on the ballot in WA aimed at keeping men's and women's athletics separated, a WA high school swimmer revealed her personal experiences.9 months ago
