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Angela Poe Russell
Angela Poe Russell: The bold policy every school should adopt now
What’s most infuriating? Schools themselves, and the systems around them, perpetuating these cliquey silos on students.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Video
Video: SMN 32 Hour work week YT
Bernie Sanders wants to implement a 32-hour work week, and the SMN crew is all for it. Gee Scott asks a great question: How much better would employees be if they had 3 days off? What do you think? Listen to the Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at […]3 months ago
Bill Kaczaraba
What you should do when you own a product that has been recalled
The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced 323 product recalls in 2023. That's the most in seven years.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Video
Video: Are Big Changes Coming to the World of Real Estate?
Buying a house, condo, or townhome can be really stressful. It can also be VERY expensive, but some changes are coming to the world of real estate. Gee Scott joins SMN and shares his thoughts. Listen to the Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsraio […]3 months ago
Dave Ross
Ross: As cars release driving data to insurance, is your driving my business?
Every move you make, every swerve you take, every lane change you fake – someone’s watching you. Do drivers have a right to keep driving data private?3 months ago
Travis Mayfield
Mayfield: Including LGBTQ+ people in curriculum benefits all students
Washington lawmakers have moved to include LGBTQ+ histories, perspectives and contributions to teaching requirements in our state.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Video
Video: Are John Schneider & Mike Macdonald hurting the Seahawks?
GM John Schneider and Coach Mike Macdonald are receiving some heat for their moves (or lack thereof) with the Seahawks this off-season. Gee Scott discusses the Seahawk’s free agency moves and tells us everything will be fine and to not believe the internet. Do you think they are screwing up free agency? Let us know […]3 months ago
Dave Ross
Dave Ross: Dueling accusations swirl around The State of the Union. Who’s right?
Senator Britt then described the woman's horrible ordeal and falsely drew a direct line to Joe Biden's decision to allow asylum seekers into the country.3 months ago
Colleen O'Brien
Colleen O’Brien: Can you ace this quiz on consumer protection knowledge?
We had a bit of fun on Friday with ConsumerMan Herb Weisbaum, who brought out the props to quiz the hosts on consumer protection knowledge.3 months ago
Colleen O'Brien
Colleen O’Brien: Doctor says we ‘need meat’ for mental health to thrive
Dr. Georgia Ede is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist who has written a book on changing a diet to better one's mental health.3 months ago
Colleen O'Brien
Colleen O’Brien: Sen. Karen Keiser explains why this is the time to retire
Another long-serving Washington lawmaker, Democratic state Sen. Karen Keiser, announced this week she will not run for re-election.3 months ago
Travis Mayfield
Mayfield: Do you like democracy or not? The choice couldn’t be more stark.
Our democracy in America is facing a 5-alarm inferno and we don't seem to know what to do about it.3 months ago
MyNorthwest Video
Video: Flying Just Got More Expensive!
Remember when you check a bag at the airport for free? Oh, the good old days. The SMN crew talks about Delta increasing their prices for check bags by 17%. They also share some travel hacks. Listen to the Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO […]4 months ago
Angela Poe Russell
Angela Poe Russell: DEI’s secret weapon is Generation Z
Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) made headlines earlier this week after the University of Florida shut down its office.4 months ago
Colleen O'Brien
Seattle-area homebuyers now have climate to consider
Redfin has added climate factors to its menu of items for homebuyers to consider when shopping for real estate.4 months ago
Colleen O'Brien
Colleen O’Brien: Rep. Wilcox explains why he’s leaving the legislature
After 14 years in the state legislature, Rep. J.T. Wilcox is resigning. He stated that younger leadership needs to take over.4 months ago
Paul Holden
Weekend revelry roundup: Comic Con and the Seattle Sounders return
ECCC is underway and tickets are still on sale for Friday and Sunday. It's also the home opener for the Seattle Sounders this weekend.4 months ago
MyNorthwest Video
Video: What is Offensive Driving? WRECKLESS
When Dave Ross went to driving school, he was taught defensive driving. Now, people are doing what is called “offensive driving.’ It is called the “Fake left go straight move.” Chris Sullivan breaks it down. Listen to the Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsraio […]4 months ago
Bill Kaczaraba
Redfin: Seattle-area home sales impacted by climate, environmental factors
Seattle-area home buyers are becoming more interested in factors beyond the home itself. Redfin has added a 'Climate' tab to its website.4 months ago
Jack Stine, KIRO Newsradio
Jack Stine: We all deserve to be First Class
Regardless of where you are on the plane, you deserve to be treated like you are in First Class.4 months ago
MyNorthwest Video
Video: Sleeping Through Your Alarm Is The Worst
When was the last time you slept through your alarm? For Dave Ross, it was the other day (the first time since 1992, maybe). The Seattle Morning News crew discusses what Gen Z calls “Time Blindness.” Listen to the Seattle’s Morning News w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien Show every weekday at 5am on KIRO […]4 months ago
Angela Poe Russell
Angela Poe Russell: Beyoncé’s controversial country hit is glossing over the bigger issue
Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire and Carrie Underwood haven’t had a No. 1 single on their own. It just feels like something is off. And, it is.4 months ago
MyNorthwest Video
Video: Do You Talk on the Phone?
Here’s a fun fact: East Coast people like to talk on the phone, but West Coast people don’t. Okay, that might not be a fact, but 26% of the people in the Seattle Metro area talk on the phone less than once a week with friends or family. Do you talk on the phone? Let […]4 months ago
