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income tax millionaire tax washington...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Let them have their own money’: KIRO hosts push back on proposed millionaire tax

Washington Governor Ferguson's 9.9% millionaire tax faces pushback from KIRO hosts concerned about its impact on personal finances.
9 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: WA leads the nation in retail theft. Issaquah shows how to fix it

Washington loses $3 billion a year to retail theft, 40-48% higher than the national average. Washington consistently ranks No. 1 nationally for retail theft impact.
9 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: WA has third-highest gas prices in nation. Now state admits climate program data was off by 96x.

Washington's climate program data was inaccurate by 96x, contributing to soaring gas prices.
9 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: Seattle is ending arrests for public drug use as Katie Wilson takes over

An internal SPD email is instructing officers to stop making arrests for public drug use and possession. Instead, officers will refer people to the LEAD pre-arrest diversion program.
9 months ago
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Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Why do we hype them up?’ Gee and Ursula debate whether restaurant chains deserve media coverage

Discover why small businesses struggle to compete with national restaurant chains in the evolving market landscape.
9 months ago
ACA subsidies expiring...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘It’s going to crush a lot of people’: Spike says expiring ACA subsidies will hike premiums for everyone

Over 20 million Americans may face skyrocketing insurance costs as ACA subsidies expire, impacting their healthcare access drastically.
9 months ago
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Charlie Harger

Harger: Budget shortfall, rising costs await WA lawmakers in 2026 session

In 10 days, state lawmakers head back to Olympia. What's waiting for them? A budget gap somewhere between $2.3 billion and $4 billion.
9 months ago
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Charlie Harger

New Year’s Eve commentary: What 2025 took from us — and what we’re carrying into 2026

New Year's strikes at midnight. I've been thinking a lot about the year we're leaving behind. 2025 was hard. For a lot of us. Maybe for you.
9 months ago
Minnesota fraud...
John Curley Show

‘Nobody checks on it’: Curley believes alleged Minnesota day care fraud could happen in WA

KIRO host discusses potential fraud risks in WA following Minnesota's issues with childcare funding and government program schemes.
9 months ago
Seahawks playoffs business...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Music to the ears’: Ursula on what a Seahawks No. 1 seed means for local businesses

Discover how Seahawks playoff games boost local businesses and the community in Seattle. A crucial match for the NFC title awaits!
9 months ago
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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.
9 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.
9 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.
9 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.
9 months ago
UW AI...
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.
9 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.
10 months ago
Christmas gift exchange...
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.
10 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.
10 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.
10 months ago
toilet rat warning...
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.
10 months ago
mental health holidays...
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.
10 months ago
income tax millionaire tax washington...
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.
10 months ago
publicly run grocery store...
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.
10 months ago
WA boys girls sports...
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.
10 months ago