King County cracks down on prolific graffiti vandals as small businesses, taxpayers suffer
In what officials described as the largest crackdown on graffiti vandalism in King County’s history, prosecutors have filed 34 felony cases against 17 defendants.2 years ago
Biden pardons 3 Washington residents in biggest single-day act of clemency
A Seattle man and two others people in Washington were among the 39 people granted a pardon by President Joe Biden on Thursday.2 years ago
Cliff Mass calls for overhaul in US weather prediction: ‘We should be better’
Prof. Cliff Mass of the University of Washington argues the U.S. is lagging behind other countries in weather prediction.2 years ago
Harger: Seattle plagued by spreading graffiti along I-5 corridor
Graffiti along the Seattle I-5 corridor is getting worse. Like a bad fungal skin infection, its spreading everywhere along the freeway.2 years ago
Unique vending machines offer holiday giving opportunities
The Light the World Giving Machines are back in Western Washington, offering a unique way for people to give back this holiday season.2 years ago
Cliff Mass: Storm warning, expect gusts of 60-80 mph
The strongest storm in years is about to hit parts of Western Washington, according to University of Washington Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass.2 years ago
Harger: Cut some slack for Seattle weather forecasters
Perhaps we should cut our weather folks some slack. They're doing their best to keep us informed with the limited information available.2 years ago
Trump is heading back to the White House: We want to hear from you!
The votes are in, and voters are sending Donald Trump back to the White House for a second term. Now, it’s your turn to sound off.2 years ago
Harger: As Election Day falls on a divided nation — can we try to find peace?
Perhaps it’s time to step out of our comfort zones and engage in meaningful conversations with those who hold different perspectives.2 years ago
Harger: Attacks on ballot boxes threaten democracy
Election agencies across the nation were cautioned about emerging threats to destroy ballot drop boxes and it has come to pass.2 years ago
Harger: Demonization of opponents is dangerous for Democracy
In just two weeks, we'll start seeing the first wave of election results roll in, giving us a pretty good idea of who our next group of elected leaders will be.2 years ago
Harger: Three weeks until Election Day and 2016’s lessons still matter
With Election Day rapidly approaching, the pace in newsrooms across the country is shifting into high gear.2 years ago
Citizen journalist Photog Steve recalls hunting down his latest stories
Photog Steve joined"Seattle's Morning News" to discuss three compelling stories he's been following this week.2 years ago
Will a two-letter typo cost King County taxpayers $2 million?
The owner of a local construction company says a minor clerical error — the omission of "Re" in the word "Rebid" — could end up costing King County taxpayers an extra $2 million.2 years ago
Harger: Walz visit a reminder WA is a mere ‘ATM’ for politicians visiting during gridlock
Tim Walz is swinging through the Emerald City for a fundraiser, potentially turning rush hour into a parking lot.2 years ago
Harger: As violent crime drops nationally, Washington takes a wrong turn
Violent crime is down across the nation. It's a rare bit of good news these days. But here in Washington, it seems we're not getting the memo.2 years ago
‘Boeing can’t afford to drag this out:’ KIRO Newsradio hosts react to strike
The Boeing strike, which has significant implications for both Boeing and the local community, was a hot topic on KIRO Newsradio.2 years ago
Harger: There’s no sugarcoating it, Auburn is overrun with gang violence
I recently reported on the growing wave of gang violence in Auburn -- the kind of violence that keeps you up at night.2 years ago
Harger: 8,555 tags and counting: The unchecked graffiti problem on the Seattle freeways
Over 8,000 graffiti tags were found to be scrawled across the Seattle roadways during a recent count KIRO Newsradio completed.2 years ago
Auburn residents live in fear as gang violence surges
The escalating crime rates, particularly the surge in gang-related violence, have left many in Auburn questioning their safety.2 years ago
Charlie Harger: The melting pot that is the Washington State Fair, and how it came at the perfect time
What struck me as I wandered through the Washington State Fair was the sheer diversity of people, all mingling together, seemingly getting along just fine.2 years ago
Harger: Social media is about to become a political battlefield with looming election
You know the candidates, the issues and the stakes. But now, being joined by the broader public, social media is about to become a battlefield.2 years ago
Harger: Should Seattle say “adios” to the South Lake Union streetcar?
Duolingo gave me a useful lesson for Seattle’s transportation leaders as they grapple with the future of the South Lake Union Streetcar.2 years ago
