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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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