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Cascade Party...
John Curley Show

‘You see a donkey, you see an elephant, we want people to see an owl’: Nirvana’s Krist Novoselic pitches his Cascade Party

Krist Novoselic is best known as the bassist of Nirvana, but has built a second life in politics, one that has led him to chair the Cascade Party
1 month ago
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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘She does not have a better window’: Seattle Councilmember Bob Kettle clashes with Mayor Wilson over Bite of Seattle response

Seattle City Councilmember Bob Kettle said Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson does not have a better read on public safety than the council.
1 month ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

‘She’s failed this city miserably’: Seattle woman behind Mayor Wilson recall effort explains why she filed charges

Seattle resident files recall charges against Mayor Katie Wilson, citing public safety failures from the Bite of Seattle to the crisis on Aurora Avenue.
1 month ago
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Tyrah Majors, KIRO 7 News

Renton City Council votes to cover Flock cameras after pausing their use

The City of Renton is moving to physically cover all 24 of its Flock automatic license plate recognition cameras.
1 month ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘They think she’s bad at her job’: Jake and Spike analyze recall charges filed against Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson

Recall charges have been filed against Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson, King County Elections confirmed to KIRO Newsradio.
1 month ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

Seattle council approves $3.6 million for free school meals

The Seattle City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday to approve $3.6 million to provide free school meals for students this school year.
1 month ago
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John Curley Show

‘What actually happened?’ WA Policy Center investigates Seattle diversion program, says numbers don’t match up

The Washington Policy Center is challenging the data behind Seattle's LEAD diversion program, saying the numbers don't hold up.
1 month ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

Ferguson signs amended wildfire proclamation as state seeks additional federal aid

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson signed an amended emergency proclamation Monday for Washington's wildfire disaster.
1 month ago
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James Lynch

‘My feet are here’: Interim SPD Chief Andre Sayles addresses crime, Mayor Katie Wilson, and Seattle’s path forward

Interim Seattle Police Chief Andre Sayles said he’s committed to Seattle and focused on restoring trust and safety.
2 months ago
People shop near 'Sale' signs in the meats section of a grocery store. (Photo: Mario Tama, Getty Im...
MyNorthwest Staff

New Seattle policy aims to block retailers from using personal data to set grocery prices

Mayor Katie Wilson and two city councilmembers announced a new affordability policy on Friday to eliminate price gouging, and make groceries more affordable.
2 months ago
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Luke Duecy

Gov. Ferguson invites President Trump to Spokane to witness devastation firsthand

Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has invited President Donald Trump to see the fire damage and devastation in Spokane.
2 months ago
Kshama Sawant...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘I don’t like Kshama Sawant’: Gee asks ‘are we done now?’ as Sawant finishes distant third

KIRO hosts Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin were relieved to see Kshama Sawant, who served on the Seattle City Council, finish in third place.
2 months ago
katie wilson seattle primary...
Luke Duecy

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson-backed progressive candidates fall short in Washington primary races

Two progressive candidates endorsed by Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson were defeated Tuesday in Washington's primary election.
2 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

Trump-endorsed McKinney, Democrat Duresky advance in WA-4 primary to replace Newhouse

Republican Amanda McKinney and Democrat John Duresky are set to advance to the November general election for the recently vacated Washington Congressional District 4 seat.
2 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

Adam Smith, Doug Basler to face off for sixth time in WA-9 race, Sawant comes up short in primary

Democrat incumbent Adam Smith and Republican challenger Doug Basler will advance to the November election to represent Washington's 9th Congressional District.
2 months ago
Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez john braun primary...
Frank Sumrall

Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez edges John Braun by 263 votes in WA-3 primary

Democrat incumbent Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez and Republican challenger John Braun will face off for Washington's District 3 seat in the U.S. House of Representatives following results from the 2026 primary election.
2 months ago
Sheriff (KSO) King County...
James Lynch

‘We are building safer communities’: King County receives $15M grant to strengthen crisis response, prevent gun violence

King County Executive Girmay Zahilay announced Tuesday that King County received a $15 million grant.
2 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘I don’t know what she’s referring to’: SPOG president questions Katie Wilson’s claim of having ‘different window’ into SPD

SPOG President Kent Loux said he didn't know what Mayor Katie Wilson meant when she said she had a "different window" into SPD.
2 months ago
drop box...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Do not mail it’: Secretary of State urges voters to use drop boxes, dispels voter fraud fears

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is urging anyone who hasn't yet to skip the mailbox and use a drop box instead.
2 months ago
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KIRO Newsradio staff

Federal aid approved for 6 Washington counties battling wildfires

President Donald Trump has approved an emergency declaration for Washington to support wildfire relief efforts.
2 months ago
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John Curley Show

Principal, athletic coordinator charged after waiting 53 days to report wrestler’s sexual assault allegation against transgender athlete

Two coaches with Rogers High School were charged after failing to comply with Washington's mandatory reporting law after a high school female wrestler alleged a biological male sexually assaulted her during a match.
2 months ago
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KIRO Newsradio Newsdesk

Washington State Primary Election Day: Polls close at 8 p.m.

Time is running out to cast your vote in the Washington state primary election. Tuesday's vote narrows down the field for Congress, the state legislature, and the state Supreme Court.
2 months ago
State Supreme Court Natural Gas...
Madeline Ottilie, KIRO 7 News

‘We’re not going to shy away from it’: Local elections offices increase security to manage threats

A survey of hundreds of local election officials found that nearly a third have experienced threats, harassment, or abuse because of their job.
2 months ago
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Luke Duecy

Convicted felon arrested in connection with Old Trails Fire in Spokane

Governor Bob Ferguson said federal resources are on the way to help Washington battle 17 major wildfires burning more than 260,000 acres.
2 months ago