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Charlie Harger

Inside ‘the boy in the tent’: Conditions were worse than anyone knew

Nearly two weeks after KIRO Newsradio first reported on a nine-year-old living in a fentanyl-filled encampment off Aurora Avenue, the tent has been abandoned.
7 months ago
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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘The wording matters’: Ursula responds to Kent mayor’s criticism of flood alerts

Kent Mayor Dana Ralph's comments on emergency alerts highlight the importance of communication during crises.
7 months ago
Man's Search for Meaning...
John Curley Show

John Curley shares Holocaust survivor’s powerful story behind ‘Man’s Search for Meaning’

Explore Dr. Viktor Frankl's profound lessons on finding purpose in life, as shared by John Curley on KIRO Newsradio.
7 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘The pie is not fixed, Bob’: Curley dismisses Ferguson’s bid for millionaire income tax

Washington Gov. Ferguson's 9.9% income tax on millionaires faces dismissal amid budget shortfall discussions for 2026.
7 months ago
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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘It’s largely performative’: Ursula calls out land acknowledgments after appeals court sides with UW professor

The Ninth Circuit's decision favors UW professor Reges, sparking debate on land acknowledgments in academia and beyond.
7 months ago
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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Pretty darn spectacular’: Ursula shares her favorite WA Christmas attractions

Explore festive markets and light displays in Washington's best Christmas attractions for a magical holiday experience.
8 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Genuinely meaningful’: Jake and Spike swap surprise Christmas gifts on air

Ahead of Christmas Day, "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio had a gift exchange during to highlight their appreciation for each member of the team.
8 months ago
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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘It’s unlawful’: Ursula denounces ICE as veteran released after months in detention

Veteran Muhammad Zahid Chaudhry freed from ICE detention after months, raising concerns about immigration law and justice for families.
8 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: Boy living in tent off Aurora Avenue now receiving medical care, neighbors say

A nine-year-old boy was living in a tent just blocks off Aurora Avenue in North Seattle with his parents. His mother was addicted to fentanyl.
8 months ago
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Julia Dallas

‘Screaming like a banshee’: KIRO hosts react to possible toilet rat amid King County warning

Discover KIRO hosts' insights on the alarming toilet rat warning from King County that gained global media attention.
8 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: The holidays can be dangerous for mental health, prioritize yourself

We made it through the darkest day of the year. Quite literally. The winter solstice is behind us. From here, the days get longer. The light returns.
8 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘They should pay more’: Spike backs taxing millionaires, warns small businesses could suffer

Washington's 9.9% millionaire tax may threaten small businesses while addressing essential budgetary requirements.
8 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘It has failed everywhere’: Jake and Spike clash over publicly run grocery store idea

Explore the arguments for a publicly run grocery store in Seattle and its potential impact on the community.
8 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘The weirdest thing’: Wenatchee swimmer describes finding boys in girls’ locker room

While an initiative is on the ballot in WA aimed at keeping men's and women's athletics separated, a WA high school swimmer revealed her personal experiences.
8 months ago
Seattle parking enforcement...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘How likely it is I’m going to get a ticket’: Why Ursula avoids downtown Seattle

Seattle faces reduced parking enforcement amid contract talks, prompting calls for affordable parking solutions.
8 months ago
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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Bad leader’: Gee condemns Sheriff Swank after vulgar text messages surface

Sheriff Keith Swank under fire for offensive texts amid court case, raising concerns about his leadership and integrity in Pierce County.
8 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: The war on straws (plastic v. paper) is pure Seattle theater

The law in Washington is that food service businesses can only give you a single-use straw if you request one. It's a shakedown.
8 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Non-stop go, go, go’: Snohomish firefighter describes intense flood rescue efforts

Firefighter Brandon Huber discusses his experiences with flood rescues in Snohomish, highlighting challenges and heroic efforts during crises.
8 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘Bad move on his part’: Curley weighs in on Trump’s ‘eulogy’ for Rob Reiner

After the murder of the Hollywood actor and director, Rob Reiner, President Donald Trump posted a eulogy that was highly criticized for his lack of sympathy.
8 months ago
fentanyl weapon of mass destruction trump...
Charlie Harger

Harger: If fentanyl isn’t a weapon of mass destruction, what is?

President Trump signed an executive order yesterday designating fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction. What else are we supposed to call it?
8 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: Seattle shouldn’t hide Pride because Iran and Egypt demand it

On June 26, Iran plays Egypt in a World Cup match right here in Seattle. June. Seattle. That's Pride Month around here. And it's now an international incident.
8 months ago
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John Curley Show

‘The numbers are basically nonsense’: Todd Myers challenges WA’s climate spending claims

WA released an update on its cap-and-trade tax on fossil fuels, which hit an all-time high and could add roughly 56 cents per gallon of gas.
8 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Does this encourage strikes?’: Jake skeptical of new unemployment benefits for striking workers

A new law is scheduled to take effect in 2026, which would provide up to six weeks of unemployment benefits for workers who decide to go on strike.
8 months ago
WA initiative transgender...
John Curley Show

‘Not the hill to die on’: Rep. Walsh faults Teachers Union for opposing transgender sports initiative

An initiative could come before lawmakers in Olympia next year, including a measure that would block transgender girls from competing in girls' sports.
8 months ago