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Charlie Harger
Harger: As nation follows Epstein revelations, local media ignores Auburn pastor’s child rape case
Auburn Mayor Nancy Backus wrote a letter for Headley’s attorney to share with the judge before sentencing, asking that he not serve prison time even though he had admitted to felony charges for raping a child.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Seattle’s new mayor eyes progressive taxes, but will middle-class homeowners pay the price?
What's Katie Wilson's solution? Translation: lots of new taxes to fund social housing and government services. But she promises real estate taxes are only targeting the ultra-wealthy.10 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: King County budget vote will decide whether victims get equal justice
The King County Council votes on the budget for the prosecutor's office tomorrow. Let's be clear-eyed about what they're deciding.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Bruce Harrell finally showed us ‘B-Rucy’ — the mayor Seattle never got
Bruce Harrell finally showed up yesterday. Not Mayor Harrell, the carefully scripted public official. But someone else entirely. He even called himself "Master B-Russell."11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: Katie Wilson’s big promises meet Seattle’s harsh fiscal reality
KIRO Newsradio hasn't made the official call, but if I were to wager: Mayor Bruce Harrell's speech at 12 p.m. Thursday will be a concession, and by this time tomorrow we'll be calling her "Mayor-elect Katie Wilson."11 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
Seattle meteorologist Scott Sistek predicts strong start to WA ski season
Fall weather is winding down as we get toward the end of November, and with the cold winter weather on the horizon, how much snow will be seen in Washington?11 months ago
Charlie Harger
‘The Case of the Deflated Dachshunds’: What a petty crime says about accountability
About a month ago, I told you how someone slashed all six inflatable Halloween wiener dogs on our lawn in Auburn.11 months ago
Jason Sutich
‘We’re several days away’: GOP strategist predicts Seattle mayoral race timeline
Since ballots began to be submitted for the next mayor of Seattle, Bruce Harrell, holds a slim 4,000-vote lead over the challenger Katie Wilson.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
According to ex-mayor Greg Nickels, Seattle’s mayoral election could be decided by 65 votes
Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell went to bed Thursday night with a comfortable lead. By Friday afternoon, that all changed. Katie Wilson has surged to within 4,300 votes.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: State Senate Budget Chair warns lawmakers that WA is broke
Senator June Robinson relayed a simple message: Don't even bother asking for new spending. The cupboard is bare. We're broke.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: It’s only Socialism when Democrats do it
So here we are: Democrats seizing grocery stores, Republicans seizing tech companies and the steel industry, and everyone pretending their version doesn't count.11 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
Democratic strategist believes Harrell will hold his lead: ‘I’m predicting he will win’
Cathy Allen, Democratic strategist and president of The Connections Group, believes Harrell will secure the win.11 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
GOP strategist: ‘Depressingly low turnout’ shows lack of voter excitement
The first batch of results for several general election races across Washington has been revealed, with key races, like the Seattle mayor, still up in the air.11 months ago
Charlie Harger
Harger: When Congress plays politics with SNAP, the American public pays the price
Have we really come to this? We're continuing a government shutdown, and we're cutting poor families off SNAP food benefits?11 months ago
Seattle's Morning News
‘So irresponsible’: Dave Ross on voters who don’t cast their ballots
Election day has arrived, and races across Washington are nearing a close as voters continue to cast their ballots for several key positions.11 months ago
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.11 months ago
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.11 months ago
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.11 months ago
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.11 months ago
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.11 months ago
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.11 months ago
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.11 months ago
Jason Sutich
‘A remarkable season’: Rizzs closes the book on a historic 2025 Mariners campaign
Legendary broadcaster Rick Rizzs recaps the Seattle Mariners' remarkable and record-setting 2025 campaign.11 months ago
