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John Curley Show

Adams County Sheriff accuses state of ‘fearmongering,’ pressuring authorities to ignore federal law amid lawsuit

Adams County sheriff responds to lawsuit, claiming state pressures law enforcement to disregard federal law amid ongoing legal battle.
1 year ago
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Seattle's Morning News

Early scrutiny, budget crises, legal fights with Trump: WA AG’s fiery first 100 days

Washington has a new attorney general for the first time in 12 years in Nick Brown, and it's been a chaotic start to his tenure as the state continues to battle against many of the Trump administration's executive orders.
1 year ago
John Curley Show

Seattle’s expanded substance abuse treatment pilot program: Smart investment amid budget struggles?

A new pilot program in Seattle is expanding access to substance abuse treatment, but is this a good investment?
1 year ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘It’s impossible to tell’: WA roofing president on identifying undocumented workers amid Bellingham raid

Contractor addresses challenges of identifying undocumented workers during the Bellingham raid and its impact on local communities.
1 year ago
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Frank Sumrall

Ryan Mello’s first 100 days as Pierce County Executive defined by tackling budget crises

Last month, Melo shared that, to combat a $30 million structural budget deficit, Pierce County generated $17 million in affordable housing investments.
1 year ago
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Jonah Oaklief

Former Trump chief of staff analyzes tariffs’ impact on stock market: ‘The market doesn’t understand’

Mick Mulvaney, former White House Chief of Staff, joined Seattle's Morning News (SMN) Monday to discuss the impact of Trump's tariffs on the stock market.
1 year ago
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Jonah Oaklief

Manda Factor ‘beyond excited’ to join Seattle’s Morning News as new co-host

Local news Icon Manda Factor is teaming up with Charlie Harger every weekday from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. to bring you the "news that matters with the experience that counts."
1 year ago
State Sen. Emily Alvarado faces an ethics complaint over her support of a rent control bill. (Photo...
MyNorthwest Staff

Ethics Complaint filed against State Sen. Emily Alvarado over rent cap bill conflict

Sen. Emily Alvarado faces ethics complaint for alleged conflict of interest in her dual roles as lawmaker and advocate.
1 year ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Senate expands hate crimes definition, but rejects broader protections

Washington State Senate broadens hate crimes scope but declines to protect political affiliation in recent legislation.
1 year ago
Manda Factor joins Charlie Harger on "Seattle's Morning News" on KIRO Newsradio....
MyNorthwest Staff

Manda Factor joins Charlie Harger as new co-host of ‘Seattle’s Morning News’ on KIRO Newsradio

Veteran journalist Manda Factor is named co-host of KIRO Newsradio's Seattle's Morning News alongside Charlie Harger.
1 year ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

What’s in bloom for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival?

The Skagit Valley Tulip festival is starting up and there's much more to do beyond touring farms.
1 year ago
"Tesla Takedown" rally in Seattle...
MyNorthwest Staff

‘Hands Off’ rally planned for Seattle Center amid rising anti-Musk, anti-Tesla sentiment

Activists are planning another mass protest against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, this time at the Seattle Center on April 5.
1 year ago
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Seattle's Morning News

Trump administration’s deportation of Venezuelan gang members faces legal scrutiny

The Trump administration deported more alleged Venezuelan and MS-13 gang members to El Salvador last weekend. But was it legal?
1 year ago
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John Curley Show

‘Last governor was a wet noodle’: WA Rep. Jim Walsh praises Bob Ferguson’s budget rejection

Not agreeing or aligning with budget proposals from Washington's representatives or its senators, Governor Bob Ferguson rejected both ideas Tuesday.
1 year ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Play ‘Liberation Day’ Bingo during Trump’s address with ‘Jake and Spike’

“It’s Liberation Day!” President Donald Trump is set to announce new tariffs today in an address to the nation in what he is deeming “Liberation Day.” “The Jake and Spike Show” on KIRO Newsradio will be giving live updates during the speech, inviting audience members to play along in a game of  “bingo.” “We’ve got […]
1 year ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Gee and Ursula’ call out ‘ironic’ school board complaint over trans athletes

"Gee and Ursula" discuss a Washington school board's complaint on transgender athletes.
1 year ago
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John Curley Show

‘We’re Driving Off a Cliff’: House Republican sounds alarm over Washington budget proposals

State Rep. Jeremie Dufault warns of dire consequences in Washington's budget under Democratic control.
1 year ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Accused ICE impersonator in Fife was filming YouTube prank, per police

A 26-year-old man faces charges after allegedly impersonating ICE agents, leaving a local Ukrainian community terrified during an apparent YouTube prank.
1 year ago
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John Curley Show

Second Amendment advocate fires back against controversial gun bill: ‘This is going to cost lives in the long run’

A bill that would require prospective gun buyers to first need a five-year permit from WSP passed the Senate Law & Justice Committee Thursday.
1 year ago
Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka introduced a resolution supporting police and distancing the ci...
MyNorthwest Staff

Councilmember Rob Saka introduces resolution rejecting prior calls to defund or abolish Seattle Police

Seattle City Council reaffirms support for police, opposing Defund Police calls to ensure community safety and first responders' role.
1 year ago
Protesters in Seattle calls for the jailing and deportation of Elon Musk. (Photo: John Curley/KIRO ...
MyNorthwest Staff

11 ‘Tesla Takedown’ protests across Washington, including Seattle and Bellevue

Activists are set to protest Tesla in Seattle, Bellevue, and more on Saturday. It's part of a national "Tesla Takedown" movement.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

‘I no longer feel like I’m just a pawn’: Amanda Knox reflects on her journey to freedom

Amanda Knox has lived through one of the most talked about battles in recent memory.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

Seattle Chamber of Commerce responds to ‘volatile’ $47M-short payroll tax as jobs leave city

Mayor Harrell's 2024 report reveals a nearly $50M deficit, raising concerns about job loss in Seattle.
1 year ago
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John Curley Show

John Curley: Seattle is ‘scaring the golden geese across the I-90 bridge’ with payroll tax

Seattle's payroll tax was expected to generate $406.8 million in revenue, but the actual amount the tax generated was less than anticipated.
1 year ago