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Charlie Harger
Harger: Seattle is ending arrests for public drug use as Katie Wilson takes over
An internal SPD email is instructing officers to stop making arrests for public drug use and possession. Instead, officers will refer people to the LEAD pre-arrest diversion program.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘My mom thought she would die without seeing this day’: Venezuelan exile in Seattle reacts to Maduro capture
U.S. forces had entered Venezuela. Explosions lit up Caracas. And Nicolás Maduro, the man who had ruled Venezuela for more than a decade, was being extracted.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Trump captures Maduro in Venezuela raid: WA lawmakers comments range from ‘unconstitutional’ to ‘bold leadership’
Washington's congressional delegation is sharply divided over President Donald Trump's military operation to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Budget shortfall, rising costs await WA lawmakers in 2026 session
In 10 days, state lawmakers head back to Olympia. What's waiting for them? A budget gap somewhere between $2.3 billion and $4 billion.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
CIA behind drone strike on Venezuelan drug cartel facility as Trump escalates pressure on Maduro, retired general says
Retired Gen. Newton analyzes escalating U.S. actions against Maduro's regime and its implications for national security.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Seattle New Year’s Eve weather forecast: What to expect at the Space Needle at midnight
Good news for the thousands expected to gather at Seattle Center and across western Washington for New Year's Eve celebrations: the forecast looks dry and calm.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
New Year’s Eve commentary: What 2025 took from us — and what we’re carrying into 2026
New Year's strikes at midnight. I've been thinking a lot about the year we're leaving behind. 2025 was hard. For a lot of us. Maybe for you.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Edmonds high school graduate becomes first American to win Young Cheesemonger of the Year
An Edmonds-Woodway High School graduate just made history winning the Young Cheesemonger of the Year award.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
This Mexican chain has 500 locations, but zero in Washington. That just changed.
El Pollo Loco has launched its inaugural Washington restaurant in Kent, delighting fans of the popular Mexican chain.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Seattle’s office vacancy rate hits 26.6%, second-worst in nation. In days, it becomes Katie Wilson’s problem
Seattle's office market just landed another unwanted distinction. The city has the second-highest office vacancy rate among major U.S. markets, trailing only San Francisco.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Puyallup Walmart location to gain celebrated hot dog chain
Wienerschnitzel announced in a press release this week that it is opening a new location inside the Walmart Supercenter in Puyallup.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Inside ‘the boy in the tent’: Conditions were worse than anyone knew
Nearly two weeks after KIRO Newsradio first reported on a nine-year-old living in a fentanyl-filled encampment off Aurora Avenue, the tent has been abandoned.10 months ago
Luke Duecy
Tech Talk: AI is watching your flight at SEA — here’s why that’s a good thing
Discover how AI at Seattle-Tacoma Airport improves flight safety and efficiency for travelers.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Boy living in tent off Aurora Avenue now receiving medical care, neighbors say
A nine-year-old boy was living in a tent just blocks off Aurora Avenue in North Seattle with his parents. His mother was addicted to fentanyl.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Prepare now: Christmas Eve windstorm threatens western WA with 40-60 mph gusts, power outages
A sudden Christmas Eve windstorm threat has Western Washington meteorologists scrambling Monday. The storm was not in forecasts just 24 hours ago.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Damaging Christmas Eve windstorm possible for western WA, but forecasters say uncertainty remains high
Western Washington may be in for a strong windstorm on Christmas Eve, but forecasters say they need a few more hours before they know for sure.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: The holidays can be dangerous for mental health, prioritize yourself
We made it through the darkest day of the year. Quite literally. The winter solstice is behind us. From here, the days get longer. The light returns.10 months ago
Paul Holden
Holiday events in full swing for a final holiday weekend
The holiday season is moving at full steam ahead! Here are some ideas for things to do this weekend, if you aren’t too busy doing your last-minute shopping.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘This kid’s going to die’: Neighbors say 9-year-old abandoned in tent off Aurora. CPS claims he’s not in danger.
A 9-year-old found safe; this issue highlights fentanyl's risk to vulnerable children. Insights into a troubling crisis.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: A 9-year-old living in a tent off Aurora Ave. shows Seattle’s child safety failures
A few blocks off Aurora Ave., a nine-year-old boy lives in a tent with his parents. His mother is a fentanyl addict who works as a prostitute.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Sistek: Western WA’s weather nightmare finally easing; White Christmas ‘not zero’ chance for Seattle
December 2025's severe weather in western Washington shows signs of relief, raising hopes for a White Christmas in Seattle11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Pacific levee breach: Evacuees likely can’t return until the weekend as another storm approaches
Hundreds evacuated in Pacific as levee breach prompts ongoing emergency orders. Community faces uncertain future.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: The war on straws (plastic v. paper) is pure Seattle theater
The law in Washington is that food service businesses can only give you a single-use straw if you request one. It's a shakedown.11 months ago
