KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM

KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM

by Bonneville International

39 ratings
76 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • November 2, 2012
  • August 11, 2026

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Access live and on-demand news radio content, including talk shows and breaking news updates. Watch live studio broadcasts and interact with hosts via text, email, and social media. Stay informed with local news analysis and expert opinions.

Listen live to Seattle radio
On-demand talk show podcasts
Watch live studio broadcasts
Breaking news alerts
Interact with hosts
Local news analysis
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What's New in KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM

11.0.15

August 11, 2026

Major release: - New design - New Auth/Login flow for Social-Signin. - Add Video-on-Demand (VoD) and Shorts. - Add Loyalty Point system. - Add "My" screen for user customization. - Add Preferences in profile for users to select their topics. - General improvement in speed and feels of the app as a whole.

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User reviews

What’s the point?

I downloaded the app to listen to the Super Bowl in a different state but the app restricts you from listening to the game if your more then 100 miles out from lumen field. Why?? What’s the fricken point of the app? Also you now have creat an account just to use the app. Waste of time bs.

Response from developer

Hello MontanaJoe91, The NFL restricts streaming outside of markets. You're able to listen to the stream without registering at seattlesports.com. - App Development Team

Curley for President

Curley, Joe, Andrew, Aaron and Nate the Great are top notch, best in class reporters, journalists,commentators, traffic reporters, educators, enthusiastic assets to the community, entertaining, hilarious fellas on the airwaves!

Honorable mention to Spike O’Neill! Love him since the 90’z!!! What a career he’s had!

I sincerely miss Jack Stine. I’m still bitter for some woke decisions that were made for the Spike Show.

Jake’s cool, Dori grew him well!

I believe letting Jack go was a lame excuse for holding the hand of some pansy who can’t handle fair debate and criticism.

Jack’s way too brilliant for those political corporate games anyhow.

I endorse Curley for President of the airwaves! XOXOXO
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Response from developer

Thank you for the feedback, Tina. We will pass this along to the programming dept. - The App Development Team

Shouldn’t need account to tune in.

I’ll just turn on the radio

Response from developer

Thanks for the feedback, Yadontwannaknow. You're welcome to listen through our website without registering. However, we hope you’ll take just a minute to answer a few basic questions and unlock an improved listening experience on the app. - The App Development Team    

Worst App in the App Store

Feels like it was developed by first time app developers.

1. 15 second ad roll every time the app opens. Which is often because it crashes often.

2. Crashes all the time. Used to be able to switch to video when the player stopped streaming. But when you switch back to audio. It crashes.

3. Randomly stops playing.

4. Switch to the podcasts for most of the content but so many ads. Down hill is the only way this app goes.
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Response from developer

Thank you for your feedback, BigveggiesNoWhammy. We appreciate it. We're always working to improve the user experience. -The Development Team

Why sign up to listen to the radio?!

I don’t need all fancy functions!

Response from developer

By registering, you’ll be able to ‘favorite’ shows within the app, giving you quick access to your favorite shows on the home screen. You can also save your place when listening to podcasts and on-demand content. And long pressing on shows and podcasts will give you quicks access to ‘favoriting’ shows, sharing episodes, and managing your in-progress listening. - The Development Team

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Reported Bugs

16 issues

App crashes constantly

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Streaming stops randomly

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App won't open

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Playback errors

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Podcasts don't show up or refresh

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API load errors

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App closes unexpectedly

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Double plays commercials

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Intro ad won't stop

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App freezes

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Interface issues causing no playback

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Streaming issues on cellular

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App stops when receiving notifications

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Cannot search audio within a podcast

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Recent update broke functionality

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Geolocation restrictions for live games

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Requested Features

11 requests

Allow listening without an account

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Improve podcast refresh rate

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Fix background listening issues

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Allow pausing without ads

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Remember playback position

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Improve search functionality for podcasts

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Fix UI for easier use on mobile

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Remove video ads

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Allow skipping intro ads

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Fix API load errors

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Allow background listening

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FAQ

What does the KIRO Newsradio app do?

The KIRO Newsradio app provides access to live streaming of the Seattle news radio station, on-demand podcasts of your favorite talk shows, and the ability to watch live studio broadcasts. It also delivers breaking news alerts and allows users to interact with show hosts.

What are the key features of the KIRO Newsradio app?

Key features include live radio streaming, on-demand podcast listening, live video of studio shows, breaking news notifications, and interactive elements like text, email, and social media engagement with hosts. Users can also access news analysis and expert opinions.

Is the KIRO Newsradio app free to use?

Yes, the app is free to listen to live radio and access podcasts. While the description mentions 'free with in-app purchases' as a monetization model, the core functionality of listening and accessing content is free.

What kind of content can I find on KIRO Newsradio?

You can find local news headlines, breaking news updates, traffic reports, news conferences, and a variety of talk shows hosted by local experts. The app also offers opinion pieces and analysis to help make sense of current events.

How can I interact with the hosts on KIRO Newsradio?

You can connect with the shows live on-air through text, email, and social media. The app facilitates sharing your feedback and engaging with other listeners who share your passion for news and talk radio.