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election day...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Democracy only works if you vote, participate in Election Day

Tomorrow is Election Day, and it's one of my favorite days of the year. I know that sounds strange, given how ugly our politics have become. But hear me out.
11 months ago
homeless...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘It’s not a fix for homeless issues’: Jake blasts Seattle council member’s sanctioned encampment idea

KIRO host Jake Skorheim agreed there shouldn't be people doing drugs in parks, but wasn't buying the idea of a sanctioned encampment.
11 months ago
Bill Gates climate change...
Jason Sutich

‘We don’t have unlimited money’: WA Policy Center VP echoes Gates on disciplined climate budgets

Bill Gates thinks climate change is a problem, but it won’t be the end of civilization. Todd Myers agreed with Gates' statements on effectively allocating funds.
11 months ago
Seattle lunch expensive...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘It’s an investment’: Gee details why many are skipping lunch once a week

A recent survey revealed that Americans are spending more than $100 per week on lunch, up more than $20 from last year.
11 months ago
Halloween then and now...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘I miss the way Halloween used to be’: KIRO producer says community spirit has vanished

As Seattle winds down from another Halloween celebration, "The Gee and Ursula Show" questioned whether the holiday has lost its touch since years past.
11 months ago
John Letters...
Julia Dallas

‘John of the month’: Gee looks to take city’s new sex trafficking deterrent a step further

Seattle officials are sending out "John Letters" to drivers accused of engaging in sex trafficking on Aurora Avenue.
11 months ago
halloween costumes...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Your 1980s Halloween costume would get you fired today

Have fun tonight, get a designated driver, and may your costume, whatever it is, still be socially acceptable in 40 years.
11 months ago
nvidia layoffs ai...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Nvidia hits $5 trillion valuation as layoffs sweep tech industry

Nvidia just became the first company in history worth five trillion dollars. Meanwhile, Amazon announced 14,000 job cuts this week.
11 months ago
stupid motorist law wa...
Charlie Harger

It’s time for the ‘Stupid Motorist Law’ in WA, and maybe a few more

King County Council Vice Chair Reagan Dunn has had enough. He's proposing what he calls the Stupid Motorist Law.
11 months ago
Katie Wilson seattle mayor john curley...
Charlie Harger

Harger: A look at Katie Wilson’s background as Seattle’s mayoral frontrunner

Discover Katie Wilson's background and insights as she leads Seattle's mayoral race, impacting the city's future leadership.
11 months ago
Seattle mayor bruce harrell ceo...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Examining Mayor Bruce Harrell’s record as Seattle seeks answers

Explore Bruce Harrell's leadership as Seattle assesses mayoral candidates over the next two days.
11 months ago
Lumen Field seattle man...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Hot dogs out of a backpack’: Jake weighs in on vendor crackdown at Lumen Field

Explore Jake's insights on unpermitted food vendors shut down for health violations outside Lumen Field.
12 months ago
Mariners playoffs recap...
Jason Sutich

‘A remarkable season’: Rizzs closes the book on a historic 2025 Mariners campaign

Legendary broadcaster Rick Rizzs recaps the Seattle Mariners' remarkable and record-setting 2025 campaign.
12 months ago
Government shutdown workers paychecks...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Day 22 of government shutdown, Congress gets paid while 1.4M workers suffer

Explore the implications of the ongoing government shutdown and its effects on millions of American workers.
12 months ago
Mariners ownership playoffs...
Charlie Harger

Harger: 48 years of ‘maybe next year’ almost ended when M’s ownership finally invested

After 48 years of hope, Mariners' ownership finally invests, bringing the team close to playoff success and the World Series.
12 months ago
Washington property tax cap...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Walk a mile in my shoes’: Spike defends 1% property tax cap in WA

Explore Spike's defense of the 1% property tax cap affecting Edmonds and its impact on local homeowners.
12 months ago
Super Bowl halftime show Bad Bunny...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘I’m not going to understand that’: Gee asks for a Super Bowl halftime show substitute

Bad Bunny headlines this year's Super Bowl halftime show, sparking debate on its selection and audience reception.
12 months ago
pb&j two knives marriage...
Frank Sumrall

Harger: Why I refuse to use two knives for one PB&J, and what it means for my marriage

You can tell a lot about a person by how they make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Unfortunately, one part of the process divides families.
12 months ago
seattle mayoral debate Harrell Wilson social media...
John Curley Show

Seattle mayoral candidates leveraging social media for voter appeal

Discover how Bruce Harrell and Katie Wilson leverage social media in their heated race for Seattle's mayoral seat.
12 months ago
Trump Derangement Syndrome...
Ursula Reutin

Ursula: The real ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ is not what you think

Explore the real meaning behind Trump Derangement Syndrome and its implications on political discourse and criticism.
12 months ago
Mayor campaign Seattle bruce harrell katie wilson...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘These are big names’: Mariners owners, Microsoft execs support Harrell’s playoff campaign ad

M's owner and Microsoft exec support Bruce Harrell's campaign in recent Seattle Mariners playoff ad during critical game.
12 months ago
ski season crystal mountain resort...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘We’re so blessed in the Northwest’: Jake and Spike eager for possibly snowier ski season

Crystal Mountain and Stevens Pass prepare for an exciting ski season as Washington's mountains see early snowfall.
12 months ago
Aurora sex buyers shame mail...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Seattle’s ‘shame mail’ to Aurora sex buyers is long overdue

We've been talking for years about the sex trade on Aurora Avenue in North Seattle. Women being trafficked. Pimps fighting over territory with actual shootouts.
12 months ago
Snohomish County Courthouse - justice system...
Charlie Harger

Harger: It’s time for an adult conversation about the justice system

Charlie's insights on the justice system through Tony's story, urging a necessary dialogue for reform and understanding.
12 months ago