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Charlie Harger
Harger: 16 words about how oatmeal raisin cookies are the best cookies, and the KIRO text line has not forgiven me
I have a lot of divisive opinions. I know this about myself. Oatmeal raisin cookies beat chocolate chip. It's not even close. The raisins are the whole point.2 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Greeting cards are the original AI
Greeting cards got me thinking about the world we live in now. Many of the same people convinced AI is the end of authentic human connection, are also the ones standing in line at the Hallmark store.2 months ago
John Curley Show
‘A violation of the constitution’: Curley reacts after ‘unusual’ suspect arrested for stealing millionaires’ tax petition signatures
A man caught on video allegedly stealing signatures from a petition to repeal Washington's millionaires' tax has been arrested.2 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: ‘Hey Bob, enough is enough.’ A Kent sober home’s plea to Gov. Ferguson on fentanyl
A Kent sober home urges Governor Ferguson to address the fentanyl crisis impacting lives in the community.2 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
Seattle’s airport will hit its limit by 2032 — Seattle Port Commissioner shares his bold solution
"For context, SEA was built for 30 million passengers," Cho said. "Last year, we did 53.4 [million]. So at a certain point, SEA will break."2 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘They want to get 36 cents back’: Jake, Spike rip lawsuit targeting Costco’s $5 rotisserie chicken
Two customers file a class action lawsuit against Costco over alleged deceptive marketing of its popular rotisserie chicken.2 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Ferguson’s phone ban gives every parent a fall guy, including me
Ferguson's plan is simple: No smartphones or smartwatches from the moment school starts to the moment it ends. Every public school in the state, kindergarten through 12th grade.2 months ago
John Curley Show
‘They don’t need to do any more studying’: Former Seattle council member lays out action plan to curb Aurora violence
Former Seattle City Councilmember for District 5 Cathy Moore laid out her own action plan for curbing gun violence in the Aurora neighborhood.2 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘Less officers are leaving, more officers are coming in’: SPD on track to reach 1,250 officers by end of 2026
As the city prepares itself to host six 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, the SPD is retaining its staff better than it has in years.2 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘Not a lot of really small police departments left’: Thurston County sheriff warns of budget squeeze on local policing
Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders said when it comes to policing, small police departments will be hit the hardest by the budget shortfall.2 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘Practice on the pimps’: Jake, Spike urge Seattle to use World Cup drones for Aurora crime cleanup
Seattle invested $9 million in drones for enhanced security during the FIFA World Cup, but Jake and Spike think the city should deploy the drones in Aurora too.2 months ago
James Lynch
Seattle police chief details security plans ahead of FIFA World Cup matches, says city has been preparing ‘for years’
With soccer fans pouring into Seattle for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the city has been preparing, behind the scenes, for years and is ready for both the crowds and potential threats.2 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘God didn’t need a bullhorn’: Spike pushes back on Seattle’s street preachers as they gear up for the World Cup
The controversial "street preachers" who occupy street corners as local fans populate the stadium district to see Seattle sports are gearing up for the 2026 World Cup.2 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Governor Ferguson admits Washington’s 2027-29 budget is in trouble. His own OFM director is preparing for it to be worse
Ferguson's budget director sent a letter to every state agency telling them three things. Stop expanding programs. Prepare significant cuts. Don't count on the new millionaires tax to cover anything.2 months ago
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show
‘This state can’t out-earn a spending problem’: Gee reacts to Ferguson’s office warning to brace for ‘most challenging budget’ yet
The Washington State Office of Financial Management sent out a memo Friday to agency directors warning of "significant budget shortfalls."2 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘She’s upholding her bad ideas’: Jake says Seattle mayor’s new tiny home village lets people ‘do as much drugs as you want’
While Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson didn't deliver on her goal of 500 shelter beds, she did open 75 new tiny homes in Interbay over the weekend.2 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘I’ve never seen a march like that’: Aurora neighbors, King County prosecutors demand action on Seattle sex trafficking
Hundreds of neighbors marched along Aurora Avenue this weekend, demanding action on the gun violence, sex trafficking, and open prostitution.2 months ago
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show
‘Unscripted exchanges, probably not his strength’: Rep. Walsh on why Ferguson may dodge debate
Rep. Walsh discusses Governor Ferguson's debate strategy amid tensions. Will Ferguson engage or avoid the confrontation?2 months ago
Jake Skorheim
Jake: The World Cup has Washington’s infrastructure working like it should — enjoy it while it lasts
The FIFA World Cup is upon us, and I have a message for my fellow Washington commuters: enjoy these next five weeks of a mostly well-run state.2 months ago
Manda Factor
‘Given to Fly’: Seattle’s Brian Morrison tells the story behind his famous Western States finish-line collapse
Twenty years after one of the most dramatic collapses in ultrarunning history, Seattle's Brian Morrison has finally put his story on the page.2 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Mayor Katie Wilson skipped the North Aurora march Saturday. Several city leaders showed up instead
Several hundred North Aurora residents marched the avenue Saturday evening, blocking traffic, demanding the city take action. Mayor Katie Wilson did not show up. Again.2 months ago
John Curley Show
‘We allow them to track us’: John Curley questions when constant security becomes surveillance
John Curley explores the fine line between security and surveillance in light of new technology and government oversight.2 months ago
John Curley Show
‘The Detroitification of Seattle’: Former KIRO host on the city’s slide, what could turn it around
Saul Spady discusses Seattle's homeless crisis and solutions for recovery. Can a political revolution save the city from collapse?2 months ago
