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Charlie Harger
Pineapple Express hits the Pacific Northwest Monday as region reels from historic flooding
A powerful Pineapple Express is set to impact Western Washington, following a brief reprieve this weekend.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Amidst a dark week for WA, we saw the light of ordinary heroes
Dozens and dozens of local residents showed up. The same scene in Ferndale. It happened across Skagit and Whatcom counties. All across Western Washington.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Which ‘Hurricane Hunters’ flew into Seattle’s storm? It’s more complicated than we thought
The Air Force Reserve's 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron flew into the December 2025 atmospheric river that caused historic Western Washington flooding.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Sistek: Western WA flooding could break all-time records as atmospheric river unleashes historic rainfall
Meteorologist Scott Sistek said some rivers are approaching their worst-ever levels, with 12 waterways reaching "major" flood stage across the region.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Washington’s floods don’t care about your politics
Governor Ferguson declared a statewide emergency yesterday. And you know what I'm seeing online? People attacking him. Viciously.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘Thrive, not just survive’: Foster dad shares how Treehouse changed his son’s life
After getting licensed through a foster care organization, the couple received their infant son. They then went to Treehouse for clothing and other support.8 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
‘Making the holidays brighter’: Treehouse CEO shares why one gift can change everything for foster kids
Discover how Treehouse brings Christmas joy to foster kids through a special gift initiative, ensuring no child is left behind.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Supporting foster kids this Christmas through Treehouse
Tomorrow is our annual fundraiser for Treehouse, an organization that supports foster kids across Washington.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Mass: Atmospheric river to bring 10-15 inches of rain, major flooding to Western Washington Tuesday-Wednesday
Western Washington residents woke up Monday to their final hours of dry weather before a powerful atmospheric river unleashes 10-15 inches of rain.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
New ratings reveal huge price gaps: Where to save the most on groceries in western WA
Discover tips for saving on groceries in western WA and make your shopping experience in the Puget Sound area more affordable.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘Hurricane Hunter’ plane deploys to Pacific Northwest as major atmospheric river takes aim at Seattle
NOAA is sending its famed reconnaissance aircraft into a powerful storm system that threatens widespread flooding and damaging winds for Western Washington from Monday through Wednesday.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: WA’s ‘criminal support system’ keeps releasing the same violent teens
Sanders called it a criminal support system. When you support the wrong people at the expense of victims and safety, the results are predictable. We're seeing them.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger on the WA budget crisis: Will Gov. Ferguson keep his no-tax promise this time?
With a multi-billion dollar shortfall looming, the 2025 legislative session is shaping up to be a showdown over taxes and spending.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘Godzilla atmospheric river’ targets Seattle area with major flooding and landslide threats
The "Godzilla atmospheric river" system, as meteorologist Cliff Mass calls it, may bring major flooding, landslide dangers, and a month's worth of rain compressed into just days, with the worst conditions arriving Tuesday.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: ‘South Hill Rapist’ Kevin Coe was free for 8 weeks before he died; his victims didn’t need to relive their trauma
Kevin Coe, the South Hill Rapist, dies after eight weeks of freedom, forcing survivors to relive their trauma for his release.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Seattle council president praises Wilson’s homeless plan, but warns city could ‘go backwards’
Council President Sara Nelson praises Wilson's efforts on homelessness while cautioning about potential setbacks in Seattle.8 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
Why now? Former attorney general reveals timing behind Costco’s tariff lawsuit
Discover insights on Costco's lawsuit against tariffs and the implications for businesses and consumers in this detailed analysis.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: WA ignored its own plastic bag ban study. Now fees are increasing anyway
When Washington commissioned a study on its plastic bag ban and the science came back with inconvenient results, officials decided to disregard their own research.8 months ago
Frank Sumrall
Several atmospheric rivers set to drench Western WA this week and next
Dry periods are about to become few and far between in Seattle and western Washington as several atmospheric rivers are on their way to drench the region.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: We’re in the way now as the personal shopping boom reshapes grocery stores
Their personal shopping service is clearly popular. The ratio of regular customers to personal shoppers felt about even. Maybe the shoppers even outnumbered us.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Gary Ridgway near death: Green River Killer who claimed 75-80 victims dying in WA prison
Gary Ridgway, the Green River Killer and one of America's most prolific convicted serial killers, is receiving end-of-life care in a Washington state prison, according to five sources with knowledge of his condition who spoke to KIRO Newsradio in recent days.8 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Seattle Space Needle homeless camp grows as Mayor-elect Katie Wilson promises to end sweeps
Mayor-elect Katie Wilson faces challenges tackling the expanding homeless encampment near the iconic Space Needle in Seattle.8 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
‘That is what makes it dry’: KIRO listener reveals classic Thanksgiving turkey failure fix
Ahead of Thanksgiving holiday festivities, "Seattle's Morning News" asked its listeners: What Thanksgiving food item is the best or worst?8 months ago
