Politics
KIRO Newsradio staff
Reykdal, Espinoza square off in debate over sex-ed
Mandatory sex education in K-12 schools is a central issue in the race for the Washington state Superintendent.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Who becomes governor if Jay Inslee joins Joe Biden’s cabinet in 2021?
What happens if Gov. Jay Inslee wins reelection, but then takes a White House cabinet posting? State statutes lay out the next steps should that occur.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Election Town Hall: Gee Scott, Michael Medved highlight ‘civility’ of VP debate, outlook for WA governor
KIRO Radio's Gee Scott and AM 770 KTTH's Michael Medved join Ursula Reutin to discuss the recent vice presidential and gubernatorial debates.6 years ago
Dave Ross
Ross: The second most important race of the election
Retired Marine Amy McGrath versus Mitch McConnell in Kentucky is the second most important race in the upcoming election.6 years ago
Dave Ross
How to vote like KIRO Radio’s Dave Ross
I will vote for people I want to represent me and who I think have a chance of winning. I check the whole ballot, front and back, and vote in every race.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Election Town Hall: Tom Tangney, John Curley (and a goat) weigh in on ‘ridiculous’ presidential debate
KIRO Radio's Tom Tangney, John Curley, and a very special guest share their thoughts on the first presidential debate on Cleveland.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
WA attorney general candidates clash in debate over job history, state’s future
Washington Attorney General candidates Bob Ferguson and Matt Larkin met with The Columbian's Editorial Board virtually last week.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington state, Seattle leaders react to first presidential debate
Local and state officials, including Gov. Inslee and Seattle Mayor Durkan, took to Twitter to react notable moments from the first presidential debate.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
KIRO Radio and KTTH hosts react to chaotic first presidential debate
KIRO Radio and KTTH's own react to what was a heated, often chaotic debut presidential debate on Tuesday night in Cleveland, Ohio.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Washington State Treasurer candidates face off in forum
Duane Davidson (R) and Mike Pellicciotti (D) will be the two candidates in the race for Washington State Treasurer on the November ballot.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Joe Biden endorses Jay Inslee for Washington governor
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden offered his endorsement to incumbent Washington Governor Jay Inslee on Tuesday.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
How many days until Election Day? A guide to important election deadlines
Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 3. This year, Washington state voters will be asked to vote for U.S. President and several state races.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Secretary of State candidates share how they’d improve Washington’s election system
Kim Wyman and Gael Tarleton, the two candidates on the ballot for Washington Secretary of State, express their priorities to improve the election system.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Chris Reykdal, Maia Espinoza square off in debate as superintendent race heats up
The race for Washington state's superintendent continues to ramp up, highlighted by a virtual debate between the two candidates Thursday evening.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Yakima judge halts USPS changes, labels them ‘intentional effort’ to disrupt November election
A U.S. district judge paused a series of changes to the USPS Thursday, as part of a lawsuit led by Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
Seattle-area postal workers ‘don’t see a plan’ to fix crucial mail-sorting machines before election
Gov. Jay Inslee expressed concerns Thursday, that recently-decommissioned mail-sorting machines in Seattle-area post offices aren't going to be replaced.6 years ago
Nick Bowman
AG Ferguson won’t drop USPS lawsuit despite Postmaster General halting changes
Washington AG Bob Ferguson announced a lawsuit Tuesday to fight recent changes enacted by the USPS that he fears will compromise the November election.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Fahrenthold: First night of DNC focused more on Trump than rallying Democrats
Dave and Washington Post reporter David Fahrenthold are no strangers to covering political conventions. But this year's virtual Democratic National Convention had a much different feel.6 years ago
Dave Ross
Ross: The only reason not to vote is if you’re dead
You’ll hear all sorts of reasons not to vote in the upcoming presidential election, but the ONLY reason not to vote … is if you’re dead.6 years ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Washington Sec. of State Wyman: Trump war against vote-by-mail ‘a dangerous path to go down’
With President Trump ramping up his opposition to mail-in ballots, WA Sec. of State Kim Wyman is concerned about the ramifications.6 years ago
Dori Monson Show
With Primary in rearview, Loren Culp gears up for fight against Jay Inslee
Loren Culp joined KIRO Radio's Dori Monson Show to talk about his plans in the days ahead as his campaign against Jay Inslee ramps up.6 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Latest NYT poll gives Kim Schrier three-point lead over Dino Rossi
The latest polling data from The New York Times shows Democrat Kim Schrier holding a slim three-point lead over Republican challenger, Dino Rossi.8 years ago
MyNorthwest Staff
Who’s trying to buy your vote on Washington ballot measures?
Four initiatives are garnering a lot of attention before the November election. Each has money pouring into the campaigns for yes and no. This is who is paying for Washington ballot measures.8 years ago
