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Charlie Harger

Election Day in WA: Are we about to cross the political event horizon?

Today is election day in Seattle, King County, and across Washington state. I can't help feeling we're about to cross the event horizon.
9 months ago
Ann Davison seattle city attorney...
John Curley Show

‘Accountability for the enforcement of our laws’: Seattle city attorney defends High Utilizer Initiative

Seattle City Attorney Anne Davison defended the High Utilizer Initiative.
9 months ago
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Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

Everett mayor reports crime is down citywide amid blame for Fred Meyer closure

Everett Mayor Cassie Franklin joined "The Jake and Spike Show" on KIRO Newsradio ahead of Election Day.
9 months ago
Scott Murphy...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Totally unacceptable’: Everett mayoral candidate Scott Murphy outraged as homelessness doubles in city

The margin of primary votes separating the incumbent Everett mayor, Cassie Franklin, from the challenger Scott Murphy was thin, as Murphy tallied a 65-vote edge over Franklin.
9 months ago
KC Executive Candidate Girmay Zahilay...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

King County Executive candidate Zahilay targets cycle of addiction, crime, homelessness

King County Councilmember Girmay Zahilay, running for King County Executive, joined "The Gee and Ursula Show" on KIRO Newsradio.
9 months ago
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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.
9 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.
9 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.
9 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.
9 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.
9 months ago
Seattle Mayor Harrell (1)...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘The city is thriving’: Seattle business owner says Harrell delivered on cleanup promise

A Seattle business owner who previously called out Mayor Bruce Harrell for lackluster crime management had a change of heart before the election.
9 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.
9 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.
9 months ago
Seattle police chief Shon Barnes rainier beach shooting...
Julia Dallas

‘The people want to come here and work’: Seattle police chief addresses staffing, drones, CARE team

Seattle police chief discussed the department's staffing surge, potential drone use, and the CARE team.
9 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.
9 months ago
Seattle Police Officers Guild President Mike Solan...
John Curley Show

‘It’s amazing what a contract can do’: Seattle Police Officers Guild president touts SPD retention

The new contract offers incentives for SPD recruitment, enhancing Seattle's police force with competitive salaries and benefits.
9 months ago
Gee, Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and Baldwin...
Julia Dallas

Former Seahawk Doug Baldwin, Gee Scott press Mayor Harrell on Seattle’s biggest challenges

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell discusses his achievements with Doug Baldwin and Gee Scott, emphasizing his leadership and vision for the city.
9 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.
9 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.
9 months ago
Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown (Photo courtesy of KIRO Newsradio)...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

ICE ‘creating a lot of fear’ following Issaquah arrest, says AG

In Issaquah last week, federal agents followed a mother from the highway to her child’s preschool and detained her right outside the door. 
9 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.
9 months ago
Seattle break in west precinct...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘Give them the dang money’: Gee backs SPD raise

Seattle police officers are poised to see a significant pay boost under a new four-year contract between the city and the Police Officers Guild.
9 months ago
Mariners playoffs recap...
Luke Duecy

KIRO Radio’s Luke Duecy gives tribute to ‘proud’ Mariners season

The Mariners’ recent season was an emotional roller coaster of joy and heartbreak, reminding fans why they keep coming back.
9 months ago
Christian Pulisic #10 of the United States looks on during an international friendly game between J...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

Gee shocked by soaring $1M Seattle World Cup ticket prices

Seattle is buzzing with anticipation for next year’s FIFA World Cup, but early ticket prices have fans doing double takes. 
9 months ago