Easter and Passover: Lars Larson & Ari Hoffman Discuss the Similarities and Differences

“We can disagree on theology, but still agree on politics” KVI’s Ari Hoffman is joined by our noon -3:00 pm (and now 8:00 – 11:00 pm!) host, Lars Larson to discuss the dual holidays of Passover and
Wealth tax resurrected as WA Dems advance several revenue bills out of executive session

(The Center Square) – Democrats in the Washington State Senate resurrected a wealth tax on Friday, with the Ways & Means Committee giving a scaled-back version of the legislation a do-pass recommendation on a party-line vote out
John Ondrasik of Five For Fighting Discusses New Version of “Superman” to Support Alon, All the Hostages, and Their Families

KVI’s Ari Hoffman is joined by singer-songwriter John Ondrasik, also known as Five for Fighting to discuss the new version of his hit song ‘Superman’ to pay tribute to the hostages still being held in Gaza. Listen
Seattle’s parking revenue slips nearly $9M amid rate drops, stalled demand

(The Center Square) – Seattle is expected to lose nearly $9 million in parking meter revenue by 2026, as demand plateaus and hourly rates drop for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic. The parking meter revenue
Spokane leaders join forces to address drug crisis after long divide

(The Center Square) – Transcending jurisdictional and party lines, elected officials from Spokane County and the city of Spokane met Friday for an “unprecedented” meeting centered on disrupting the local drug trade. Mary Kuney, chair of the
Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s wife covers MS-13 gang member’s hand tattoos with hearts in social media post
The Ari Hoffman Show Visits Frasier’s Penthouse & Cafe Nervosa Pop-Up Exhibit!

KVI’s Ari Hoffman and afternoon show producer Big Mike checked out Frasier’s Penthouse & Cafe Nervosa Pop-Up Exhibit at the Seattle Center Armory. Learn more about the exhibition and listen to the audio here: Feeling nostalgic
Washington Parents Network files Title VI complaint against Reykdal

(The Center Square) – On Friday morning, Washington Parents Network filed a complaint against Washington Superintendent of Public Instruction Chris Reykdal for alleged violations of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. “There’s a federal law called
NEW: Trump order makes it easier to fire many federal workers: ‘We must root out corruption’
Survey: WA employers wary of recession, tariffs, increased state taxes

(The Center Square) – A spring survey of more than 400 Washington state employers indicates rising fears of a possible recession, concerns related to President Donald Trump’s tariffs, and anxiety about possible increased state taxes and regulations.