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Charlie Harger
Harger: WA’s 2026 elections are here and the biggest fight isn’t between Democrats and Republicans, it’s between Democrats and Democrats
The governor of Washington just said he would personally lead that effort if his party wins the votes. He framed it as "level the playing field."3 months ago
John Curley Show
WA is ‘cemented at the forefront of the history of UFOs,’ expert explains after UFO documents released
Steve Edmiston shared with KIRO host John Curley that among the things the documents revealed is that Washington and the Pacific Northwest are the origin of all things UFO.3 months ago
Manda Factor
‘This is our time’: Mariners broadcaster Rick Rizzs says Seattle’s dominance over Astros is here to stay
The Seattle Mariners have turned the Houston Astros into their personal punching bag, and broadcaster Rick Rizzs says the shift in the AL West is unmistakable.3 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
Former governor slams WA’s spending: ‘I left office with a budget of $33 billion, and the budget today is $80 billion’
Former Washington Governor Christine Gregoire criticized the state's handling of its finances now that the state budget has nearly tripled since she was last in office.3 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
SPD Chief: ‘One of the most important things was the use of cameras’ in arrests of two homicide suspects
SPD conducted swift arrests for suspects in connection with two separate homicides last weekend that devastated the Seattle community.3 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
Former Seattle council president on Katie Wilson’s budget strategy: ‘There is going to be a push for higher taxes in places we’ve never had them before’
Former Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson opposed Mayor Wilson's strategy for Seattle's budget deficit, and raised concerns about city funding.3 months ago
Jake Skorheim
Jake: Sound Transit doesn’t need to ask for more of your money. They’ll just take it
In 2016, voters approved the Sound Transit 3 expansion with a price tag somewhere around $54 billion. The current projection to deliver that same plan? Closer to $185 billion.3 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘Recipe for chaos’: WA’s Aug. 4 primary could be delayed as federal judge reconsiders redrawn legislative maps
A federal judge is weighing whether to throw out Washington's redrawn legislative district maps, a move that could delay the Aug. 4 primary election.3 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Seattle put 260 shelter units in its poorest neighborhood. Laurelhurst can’t even handle a helicopter.
Explore Seattle’s new shelter units in South Park and Laurelhurst's challenges in accommodating those in need.3 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘Either he’s not smart, or he’s being disingenuous’: Jake challenges Sen. Pedersen’s claim that millionaires aren’t leaving WA
Jamie Pedersen said he doesn't have any evidence that millionaires or business leaders are leaving Washington as a result of the millionaires' tax.3 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘Nobody was suspecting a serious infectious disease’: UW director warns hantavirus shows world isn’t ready for next pandemic
Dr. Peter Rabinowitz said the local risk of hantavirus isn't what worries him — it's that the world remains unprepared for the next pandemic.3 months ago
Manda Factor
Five WA Supreme Court seats are on the ballot this fall, and the stakes have never been higher
Washington voters will decide an unusually high number of Supreme Court races this fall, with five of the court's nine seats on the ballot.3 months ago
Jake Skorheim
Jake: Nobody cares about your reasons, just stop being late
This isn’t a rant. It’s sage advice someone once gave me, and now I’ll keep giving my four sons as they make their way in the world.3 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Ursula: ‘Governor Ferguson, what about suspending the CCA?’ as local inflation nears a full point above national rate
"My question is, Governor Ferguson, what about suspending the CCA?" Ursula asked.3 months ago
Charlie Harger
Governor Ferguson denies clemency for man who killed Spokane father in front of wife and baby
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson denied clemency for Travis ComesLast, the man convicted of shooting 20-year-old Christopher Gongyin in the head in front of his wife and infant daughter.3 months ago
Frank Lenzi
‘Top Gun’ turns 40: What the franchise means to someone who lost his brother in Iraq
KIRO's Frank Lenzi has been obsessed with Top Gun for 40 years. It started with his brother Gregg. As both films return to theaters, one seat stays empty.3 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Seattle’s budget deficit is nearly $500M. Mayor Katie Wilson’s plan is more taxes and no meaningful cuts
Seattle is facing a projected budget deficit of $488 million over the next three years.3 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Texas just became the No. 1 solar state in America. Without a carbon tax. WA should be paying attention
Texas just passed California in utility-scale solar capacity and generation. It also leads the nation in wind and is on pace to pass California in grid-scale battery storage.3 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘Boy in the tent’ turns 10 as mother reaches five months of sobriety in recovery-based shelter
The boy who spent months living in a fentanyl-filled tent off Aurora Avenue just celebrated his 10th birthday while living in a facility run by The More We Love.3 months ago
Charlie Harger
Massage parlor trafficking busts spread across Puget Sound as Seattle prepares for FIFA World Cup
Despite the protests and denials from massage parlor owners, law enforcement across the Puget Sound region isn't buying it anymore.3 months ago
Jake Skorheim
Jake: Dating apps’ ‘Netflix Syndrome’ is why more young people are single than ever before
Netflix Syndrome is when you’re flooded with too many options, the fear of not choosing the perfect thing leaves you choosing nothing at all.3 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: 8,630 homes are for sale in Seattle. In a normal April there are 4,600. The layoffs came first
There are 8,630 homes listed for sale across the Seattle metro right now. In a normal April, there are about 4,600.3 months ago
Luke Duecy
The Spin: Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson staffer interrupts interview after unwanted question, fueling criticism over media handling
An awkward on-camera moment involving Katie Wilson and a junior city staffer is drawing attention after a reporter’s question about gun violence abruptly ended a press interaction.3 months ago
