Seattle News Analysis

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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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year 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.
1 year ago
Cal Raleigh Seattle mariners mayor...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Move over Bruce and Katie — Cal Raleigh has my vote for Seattle mayor

Sorry, Bruce. Sorry, Katie. I know you’re the actual candidates for mayor of Seattle. But I am officially endorsing Cal Raleigh for the mayor of Seattle.
1 year ago
baby-naming consultant san francisco...
John Curley Show

KIRO’s John Curley reacts to $30,000 ‘baby-naming consultant’ in San Francisco

San Francisco is home to a new boutique business that has KIRO host John Curley confused — baby-naming.
1 year ago
Seattle housing homeownership...
Jason Sutich

‘It’s about confidence’: Gee addresses recession fears as Seattle housing market tumbles

Median home prices across Seattle's metro region have dropped approximately $630,000, down 3% from last month, according to Northwest Multiple Listing Service. 
1 year ago
ghost washington haunted house...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

A helpful haunt? Spike explains why he’s at peace with a ghost in his home

Spike O'Neill uncovers the chilling details of a potential ghost presence within his home and how he is grateful for the company of his ghost.
1 year ago
mello pierce county budget funding...
Jason Sutich

‘Brilliant idea’: Ryan Mello praises ‘Opportunity Knocks’ as 500 families seek financial solutions in Tacoma

Pierce County is staring down a significant budget deficit after the federal government initiated $1 trillion in funding cuts to Medicaid.
1 year ago
homeless camp King County...
Jason Sutich

‘Leave it alone’: Jake reveals King County’s troubling homeless numbers after $2B spent

King County Regional Homeless Authority announced there were 16,886 homeless people in the county and has spent more than $2 billion to fix the homeless crisis.
1 year ago
Washington best breakfast...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘It’s not the food, it’s the people’: Gee details why rural diners win for breakfast

In the search for the best breakfast in Washington, Gee Scott revealed the necessary criteria used for labeling a restaurant as a personal fan-favorite.
1 year ago
t-mobile park seattle mariners...
Luke Duecy

T-Mobile Park awaits Game 5: A cathedral of Mariners memories and new legends

Before the gates open for Game 5 in the American League Division Series, T-Mobile Park is a stadium that sits in hushed anticipation.
1 year ago
Detroit superfan Mariners...
Jason Sutich

‘I’m a little nervous’: Detroit superfan worried after friendly wager with Gee

A member of the Tigers fanbase discussed his friendly wager with KIRO host Gee Scott and his prediction for the Game 5 result.
1 year ago
Mariners playoffs Game 5 Rizzs...
Jason Sutich

‘I couldn’t sleep’: Rick Rizzs is sleepless in Seattle ahead of Mariners pivotal Game 5

Longtime Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs joined "Seattle's Morning News" ahead of Game 5 to detail the gravity of tonight's matchup v. the Detroit Tigers.
1 year ago
garfield high school bitcoin bomb threat...
Jason Sutich

Former school resource officer defends role of police in schools: ‘Mentors not drill sergeants’

Former school resource office reacts to Seattle Public Schools deciding not to reinstate a campus police officer at Garfield High School.
1 year ago
National Guard Portland...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Gee praises Oregon National Guard General’s decision to prioritize protecting protesters

The commanding general of the Oregon National Guard stated that his deployed troops will protect protesters instead of ICE agents.
1 year ago