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Photo: A wolf roams. A new Washington bill has sparked intense debate among lawmakers, wildlife adv...
Matt Markovich

Local law enforcement can’t use dogs to find bad bears, wolves, cougars under new bill

A new bill before the Washington State Legislature has sparked intense debate among lawmakers, wildlife advocates and local law enforcement.
1 year ago
millionaires' tax...
Julia Dallas

Washington Representative weighs in on one of the most controversial bills this session

Washington Republican Representative Jim Walsh confirmed to "The John Curley Show" Monday that HB 1269 is definitely the bill he gets the most calls about.
1 year ago
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Julia Dallas

‘I don’t want the rowdiness:’ Gee & Ursula talk alcohol restrictions amid Ruston sports bar sale

The city of Ruston, nestled above Tacoma, passed a controversial rule in December regarding alcohol restrictions.
1 year ago
Photo: A female Grizzly bear walks in a meadow....
Matt Markovich

Washington considers taking over grizzly bear management — But not everyone’s on board

A new bill making its way through Washington’s legislature aims to take back control over the state's most infamous apex predator: the grizzly bear.
1 year ago
Photo: Valentine's Day balloons are displayed at a grocery store in Glenview, Ill., Monday, Feb. 10...
Paul Holden KIRO Newsradio

Weekend festivities: Valentine’s Day on a holiday weekend

Explore memorable Valentine's Day festivities for a romantic holiday weekend filled with love and joy. Celebrate with us!
1 year ago
Photo: Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown speaks regarding the restraining order filed by...
Julia Dallas

‘We will continue to fight:’ WA AG’s restraining order granted over controversial Trump order

The AG's Office announced it is filing a lawsuit to stop an executive order from the Trump administration that halts federal funding for gender-affirming care.
1 year ago
Photo: King County Prosecutor Leesa Manion....
Julia Dallas

Juvenile gun laws under fire: King County Prosecutor calls for early intervention

King County Prosecutor Leesa Manion believes Washington's juvenile gun laws are dangerously lenient.
1 year ago
a road with cars and signs. pay-by-mile...
Jake Skorheim

Jake: What if the pay-by-mile tax is really about speeding tickets?

Washington is considering a new pay-by-mile tax that my former boss and dear friend, Dori Monson, warned us about years ago.
1 year ago
Bob Ferguson press conference Donald Trump funds...
James Lynch

Gov. Bob Ferguson criticizes Donald Trump, but open to working together

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson addresses federal funding concerns and his willingness to work with President Donald Trump.
1 year ago
pioneer square...
Bill Kaczaraba

Gee Scott: Let law enforcement do their job!

A new Washington bill would limit police to pulling you over only if you have a moving violation. House Bill 1512 is unlikely to become law, but it did prompt Charlie Harger, host of “Seattle’s Morning News,” to ask Gee Scott how he felt about the proposal. “You have folks driving, doing whatever, and then […]
1 year ago
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Matt Markovich

State advances bill to expand voter registration services on a party-line vote

In a move aimed at broadening voter participation, the Washington State Senate has passed Senate Bill 5077 (SB 5077).
1 year ago
Seattle's Homeless Struggle During Coronavirus Pandemic - seattle voters...
Matt Markovich

WA bill letting homeless sue cities for not allowing camping, lying in parks is still alive

A controversial bill that gives homeless individuals the right to sue a city for enforcing its camping and "sit and lie" laws continues to make its way through the Washington State legislature.
1 year ago
Photo: Woman scanning groceries at self-checkout line in Costco....
Matt Markovich

Scanning for safety: Clerks pushing WA bill to end chaos at the self-checkout line

As self-checkout stations continue to proliferate across grocery stores in Washington, concerns have sparked a need for new legislation.
1 year ago
Handcuffs...
James Lynch

Renton man charged for shooting into neighbor’s home and at police

A Renton man, 34-year-old Eder Rubio-Ordonez was arrested Saturday afternoon.
1 year ago
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Sam Campbell

WA Secretary of State warns Trump admin. may undermine election security

Our Secretary of State said the Trump administration could be undermining election security here in Washington.
1 year ago
Photo: Chickens at Wilcox Farms. The CEO of Wilcox Farms was on KIRO Newsradio to talk about bird f...
Julia Dallas

CEO of Wilcox Farms hopeful for bird flu vaccine as impact on farms ‘gut-wrenching’

Brent Wilcox, CEO of Wilcox Farms, a high-quality egg producer in Pierce County, joined "The Jake and Spike Show" to speak on the impact of bird flu.
1 year ago
bellevue two people dead...
James Lynch

Boy, 15, arrested for strong-arm robbery of 72-year-old Bellevue woman

The Bellevue Police Department (BPD) said a 72-year-old woman was attacked, robbed, and thrown to the ground on June 10.
1 year ago
Photo: Washington Senator Jamie Pedersen spoke on a new bill....
Julia Dallas

‘Why would he say that?’ Jake & Spike break down senator’s controversial Parents’ Bill of Rights comments

Washington Democratic Senator Jamie Pedersen had a few standout comments concerning House Bill 1296.
2 years ago
pay-by-mile...
Chris Sullivan

WA eyes pay-by-mile system as gas tax revenue declines

The legislature is finally going to take up the Road Usage Charge. The plan to have us pay-by-mile will have its first hearing on Thursday.
2 years ago
Photo: Green Lake Park path in King County....
Sam Campbell

King County proposes new $1.5 billion parks levy

King County leaders announced a proposal Tuesday for a new parks levy that, if approved by voters, would total more than $1.5 billion of tax revenue over the next six years.
2 years ago
Photo: The man, who Seattle police have not named, walking onto the ice rink at the Kraken Communit...
MyNorthwest Staff

Father charged, banned from ‘every ice rink in state’ after allegedly assaulting youth hockey referees

A father will likely face assault charges after he shoved two youth hockey referees, according to an SPD report.
2 years ago
Photo: Traffic in Seattle....
Matt Markovich

Reducing traffic stops: Bill proposes warnings by mail, targeted enforcement for safer roads

Democrats have tried to pass a revised traffic safety bill for five years and they are trying again this legislative session.
2 years ago
Photo: Gee Scott roasted Velveeta cheese ahead of Super Bowl Sunday....
Frank Lenzi

‘Your food is unseasoned’: Gee Scott roasts Velveeta lovers ahead of Super Bowl Sunday

If you’re looking for a Super Bowl Party where the hosts are serving Velveeta, you won’t find it at Gee Scott's house.
2 years ago
Photo: Sweden's Martin Haarahiltunen in red is riding inside Finland's Max Koivula and Austria's Fr...
Paul Holden

Weekend festivities: Undie run, pinball, ice racing and more!

Maybe you've been stuck inside this week enjoying the snow and are ready to get out and enjoy the weekend, well you are in luck!
2 years ago