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Video: How Bad is the Seattle Homeless Crisis?

Seattle’s Morning News host Charlie Harger had an exclusive interview with Scott Cleveland, the VP of Program Ministries, Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission, about the homeless crisis. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn more!
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Video: Will We Learn the Truth Behind JFK’s Assassination?

We could soon learn more about the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, his brother Robert Kennedy, and Martin Luther King Jr. because President Trump ordered the declassification of parts of the investigation that have been secret up until now. Brooke Shafer from NewsNation joined Charlie Harger on Seattle’s Morning News to discuss what we […]
2 years ago
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Paul Holden

Seattle weekend events: sQuatch Fest, Harlem Globetrotters and more

Some Seattle weekend events upcoming include the Harlem Globetrotters playing in Seattle and sQuatch Fest in Cowlitz County.
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Will Pete Carroll Succeed as the Las Vegas Raiders Head Coach?

Gee Scott stopped by Seattle’s Morning News to talk about Pete Carroll becoming the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders. Gee is not sure if it will work out. What do you think about Pete Carroll’s move? Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM […]
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

WA near dead last for overall driving in the U.S., latest study claims

WalletHub compared all 50 states and unfortunately found that Washington is the second-worst state to drive in.
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Should Schools Ban Phones?

The SMN crew talks about schools banning cell phones at school. Should kids have their phones placed in a locked pouch during school hours? Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn more!
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Amazon’s Sneaky Promoted Ads

Kevin Brasler with Checkbook.org stopped by Seattle’s News and explains the promoted ads Amazon is using. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn more!
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Video: Mariners legend Ichiro Suzuki set to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame

@mariners legend Ichiro Suzuki is set to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame this week. The only question, according to Charlie Harger and Paul Holden of Seattle’s Morning News, is whether or not it will be unanimous. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger weekdays from 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. on […]
2 years ago
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Paul Holden

Weekend event digest: Lunar New Year, MLK Jr. celebrations and more

A long holiday weekend is upon us. Will you be attending an event of some kind? There are a lot to choose from.
2 years ago
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Charlie Harger

‘SMN:’ City Council member Rivera has concerns over Harrell’s One Seattle plan

Speaking to KIRO Newsradio, Seattle City Council member Maritza Rivera expressed concerns about Mayor Bruce Harrell's One Seattle plan.
2 years ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘Might become a delicacy:’ Beth’s Cafe, other eateries worried about growing egg shortage

The U.S. is facing a nationwide egg shortage due to an increase in avian flu cases, causing eggs to go for exorbitant prices.
2 years ago
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Charlie Harger

After Vegas explosion, worrying trend among highly exposed veterans explained

The Las Vegas explosion has led to a conversation about the hidden struggles many military personnel face, particularly about brain injuries.
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Charlie Harger

Keep your brain sharp: Simple lifestyle changes backed by Seattle research

A recent study from the Allen Institute in Seattle, led by scientist Hongkui Zeng, offers promising insights into how everyday choices can help preserve brain health as we age.
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Seattle’s New Law Tells Uber How to Run Their Company??

Today on Seattle’s Morning News Charlie Harger discusses with Angela Po Russell the new law for app delivery-based companies regarding termination. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger every weekday at 5am on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM or go to MyNorthwest.com to learn more!
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Video: Is it time for Seattle’s Pike Place Market to remove car traffic after New Orleans terrorist attack?

Former King County Sheriff John Urquhart joined Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger to discuss what changes the city of Seattle needs to make after the terrorist attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans on New Year’s Day. Is it time for Seattle’s Pike Place Market to remove street traffic permanently? Listen to Seattle’s Morning […]
2 years ago
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Julia Dallas

Former King County sheriff discusses security lessons from New Orleans to Seattle

King County residents will most likely see more security moving forward after a terror attack in New Orleans on New Year's Day.
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: Remembering the time President Jimmy Carter visited Mt. St. Helens after the 1980 eruption

Feliks Banel remembers where he was when President Jimmy Carter visited the Pacific Northwest following the devastation of the Mt. St. Helens eruption in May 1980. Feliks shared the story on Monday’s edition of Seattle’s Morning News. Listen to Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger weekdays from 5 a.m. – 9 a.m. on KIRO Newsradio […]
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Video: The Last Goodbye w/ Dave Ross & Colleen O’Brien

Last week was Dave Ross’ and Colleen O’Brien’s final show with Seattle’s Morning News. Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin joined to give their last goodbye. As Gee, puts it, Dave Ross is the Godfather of Radio. Happy retirement, Dave! And good luck on your next adventure, Colleen. We will miss you both here at KIRO […]
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Video: Governor Jay Inslee on Dave Ross’ final show

Governor Jay Inslee called into SMN last week for Dave Ross’ final show.
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: People Share Well Wishes for Dave Ross

On his final show hosting Seattle’s Morning News, Dave Ross hears well wishes from some of the people he has worked with.
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MyNorthwest Video

Video: December 19th is officially Dave Ross Day

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell visited the KIRO Newsradio studio to wish Dave and Colleen well. He then went on to read a proclamation that honored Dave, calling Dec. 19 “Dave Ross Day.” “Whereas the city of Seattle recognizes and celebrates the important contributions of Dave Ross that he’s made to our community in the field […]
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Video: King County cracks down on prolific graffiti vandals

The new host of Seattle’s Morning News, Charlier Harger, interviews King County prosecutor attorney Leesa Manion and Senior Deputy prosecuting attorney Gary Ernsdorff. They discuss what has been described as the largest crackdown on graffiti vandalism in King County’s history, having filed 34 felony cases against 17 defendants.
2 years ago
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Bill Kaczaraba

US Rep. Adam Smith: Drones have become a ‘significant concern’

Washington U.S. Rep. Adam Smith says the proliferation of drones has become a significant concern for both civilians and the military.
2 years ago
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MyNorthwest Staff

Dave and Colleen’s final ‘SMN:’ KIRO colleagues, politicians say their goodbyes

"Seattle's Morning News" on KIRO Newsradio will soon have a new sound. On Thursday, Dave Ross and Colleen O'Brien will host their last show together after a decade of co-hosting.
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