KISW-FM (Seattle, WA)

KISW, also known as 99.9 The Rock, is a commercial rock radio station based in Seattle, Washington. It is owned by Entercom and caters to the Seattle metropolitan area. The station features popular live programs like The Mens Room in the afternoon and the BJ & Migs show in the morning. Other programming includes Ryan Castle during midday hours and Taryn Daly in the evenings. The KISW studios are situated in Downtown Seattle, while its transmitter is located on Tiger Mountain in Issaquah. KISW offers a traditional analog broadcast, along with two HD Radio channels, and can also be streamed online through RADIO.COM.

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#9739

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#1923

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Northwestern study reveals TikTok teen skin care routines could cause skin damage

6 days ago | audacy.com | Carolina Garibay

The study, published in the American Academy of Pediatrics journal on June 9, found that some TikTok videos promoting certain skin care routines put teenagers at risk of lifelong skin allergy. Northwestern Medicine dermatologist and study author Author Molly Hales said girls ages 7 to 18 are using an average of six different products on their faces. "We found significant dermatological risks associated with these regimes, including a very high risk of irritation," she said.
Steppenwolf's 'Purpose' wins two Tony Awards

6 days ago | audacy.com | Carolina Garibay

Steppenwolf Theatre's Pulitzer Prize-winning production of "Purpose" took home the Award for Best Play at the 2025 Tony Awards Sunday night. In the acceptance speech, Steppenwolf Artistic Director and cast member Glenn Davis thanked Steppenwolf, which first produced the play last spring before it opened on Broadway this year. "I dedicate this award to Steppenwolf's leadership staff, our board and especially our ensemble," Davis said.
Why does artificial intelligence need so much energy?

6 days ago | audacy.com | Megan Lynch

St. Louis, MO (KMOX) - Ever wonder why artificial intelligence requires so much energy? Total Information AM wanted to know too.
Chicagoan breaks world record cycling around Lake Huron to raise money for MS research

6 days ago | audacy.com | Rachel Pierson

CHICAGO (WBBM Newsradio) - A Chicago cyclist pedaled his way into the record books, again. Phil Fox has broken the Guinness World Record for circumnavigating Lake Huron by bicycle, completing the more than 1,000-mile journey in 69 hours and 33 minutes. The feat, verified by the World Ultra Cycling Association, required nonstop riding across parts of the U.S. and Canada with only a single sleep break. "The first 600 miles was nonstop... no sleep breaks," Fox said.
Six horses killed in overnight barn fire near Harvard

6 days ago | audacy.com | Rachel Pierson

HARVARD, Ill. (WBBM Newsradio) - A late-night barn fire in unincorporated McHenry County claimed the lives of six horses and drew a large mutual aid response from area fire departments. The Harvard Fire Protection District was dispatched just before midnight Sunday night to the 19100 block of Crowley Road for a reported structure fire. Initial 911 callers said a barn was fully engulfed in flames, with animals possibly inside.
Man killed, another wounded in Back of the Yards shooting

6 days ago | audacy.com | Rachel Pierson

CHICAGO (WBBM Newsradio) - A 69-year-old man was killed and another man injured in a shooting Sunday night in Chicago's Back of the Yards neighborhood. Gunshots rang out just after 8 p.m. near 54th Street and Damen Avenue as two victims were leaving a business, according to Chicago police. Authorities said three suspects got out of a dark-colored sedan, displayed firearms, and began firing. The 69-year-old man suffered gunshot wounds to the chest and back and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Minnesota's state budget takes center stage Monday as special session convenes

6 days ago | audacy.com | Mark Freie

Minnesota lawmakers return to St. Paul on Monday for a one-day session where they hope to complete a new, two-year state budget in order to avoid a partial government shutdown. The special session comes after the 2025 legislative session adjourned on May 19 without the evenly-split House and DFL-controlled Senate passing the necessary budget bills before the constitutional deadline.
Pilot killed, toddler injured in small plane crash in DeKalb County

1 week ago | audacy.com | Rachel Pierson

HINCKLEY, Ill. (WBBM Newsradio) - A 51-year-old pilot was killed and a 3-year-old child injured Saturday when a small plane crashed into a farm field near the Hinckley airfield in DeKalb County. According to the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, the single-engine 1946 Aeronca 7AC aircraft went down just west of the airport around midday. Both occupants were from Maple Park, Illinois. The pilot, whose name has not been released, was pronounced dead at the scene.
It was a much-needed breath of fresh air for the Red Sox

1 week ago | audacy.com | Rob Bradford

NEW YORK - "Garret Crochet". As the Red Sox starting pitcher - Garrett Crochet - sat under the nameplate on his locker at the Yankee Stadium visitors clubhouse, he wasn't oblivious to the "t" that was missing from his first name. "It's the second time it has happened in the last couple of weeks," the lefty said with a chuckle. It was a microcosm of the entire Saturday night. Not perfect, but good enough.
Roman Anthony heats up call-up conversation with 497-foot home run

1 week ago | audacy.com | Rob Bradford

Roman Anthony isn't letting the conversation cool off. The reasons for the Red Sox to promote the outfielder from Triple-A to the majors have been easy to come by. The top prospect in baseball continues to dominate for the Worcester Red Sox, totaling a .916 OPS to go along with more hits of 100 mph or better than any player in the minors. Saturday, Anthony added another feather in his cap. The outfielder blasted a 497-foot grand slam in the eighth inning of Worcester's 10-4 win at Polar Park.