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John Letters...
Julia Dallas

‘John of the month’: Gee looks to take city’s new sex trafficking deterrent a step further

Seattle officials are sending out "John Letters" to drivers accused of engaging in sex trafficking on Aurora Avenue.
2 hours ago
halloween costumes...
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 hours ago
nvidia layoffs ai...
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.
1 day ago
stupid motorist law wa...
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.
2 days ago
Katie Wilson seattle mayor john curley...
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.
3 days ago
Bruce Harrell political strategist seattle mayor...
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.
4 days ago
Lumen Field seattle man...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Hot dogs out of a backpack’: Jake weighs in on vendor crackdown at Lumen Field

Explore Jake's insights on unpermitted food vendors shut down for health violations outside Lumen Field.
8 days ago
Mariners playoffs recap...
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.
8 days ago
Government shutdown workers paychecks...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Day 22 of government shutdown, Congress gets paid while 1.4M workers suffer

Explore the implications of the ongoing government shutdown and its effects on millions of American workers.
9 days ago
Mariners ownership playoffs...
Charlie Harger

Harger: 48 years of ‘maybe next year’ almost ended when M’s ownership finally invested

After 48 years of hope, Mariners' ownership finally invests, bringing the team close to playoff success and the World Series.
10 days ago
Washington property tax cap...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘Walk a mile in my shoes’: Spike defends 1% property tax cap in WA

Explore Spike's defense of the 1% property tax cap affecting Edmonds and its impact on local homeowners.
12 days ago
Super Bowl halftime show Bad Bunny...
Gee Scott and Ursula Reutin Show

‘I’m not going to understand that’: Gee asks for a Super Bowl halftime show substitute

Bad Bunny headlines this year's Super Bowl halftime show, sparking debate on its selection and audience reception.
13 days ago
pb&j two knives marriage...
Frank Sumrall

Harger: Why I refuse to use two knives for one PB&J, and what it means for my marriage

You can tell a lot about a person by how they make a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. Unfortunately, one part of the process divides families.
14 days ago
seattle mayoral debate Harrell Wilson social media...
John Curley Show

Seattle mayoral candidates leveraging social media for voter appeal

Discover how Bruce Harrell and Katie Wilson leverage social media in their heated race for Seattle's mayoral seat.
14 days ago
Trump Derangement Syndrome...
Ursula Reutin

Ursula: The real ‘Trump Derangement Syndrome’ is not what you think

Explore the real meaning behind Trump Derangement Syndrome and its implications on political discourse and criticism.
15 days ago
Mayor campaign Seattle bruce harrell katie wilson...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘These are big names’: Mariners owners, Microsoft execs support Harrell’s playoff campaign ad

M's owner and Microsoft exec support Bruce Harrell's campaign in recent Seattle Mariners playoff ad during critical game.
15 days ago
ski season crystal mountain resort...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

‘We’re so blessed in the Northwest’: Jake and Spike eager for possibly snowier ski season

Crystal Mountain and Stevens Pass prepare for an exciting ski season as Washington's mountains see early snowfall.
16 days ago
Aurora sex buyers shame mail...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Seattle’s ‘shame mail’ to Aurora sex buyers is long overdue

We've been talking for years about the sex trade on Aurora Avenue in North Seattle. Women being trafficked. Pimps fighting over territory with actual shootouts.
16 days ago
Snohomish County Courthouse - justice system...
Charlie Harger

Harger: It’s time for an adult conversation about the justice system

Charlie's insights on the justice system through Tony's story, urging a necessary dialogue for reform and understanding.
17 days ago
Cal Raleigh Seattle mariners mayor...
Charlie Harger

Harger: Move over Bruce and Katie — Cal Raleigh has my vote for Seattle mayor

Sorry, Bruce. Sorry, Katie. I know you’re the actual candidates for mayor of Seattle. But I am officially endorsing Cal Raleigh for the mayor of Seattle.
18 days ago
baby-naming consultant san francisco...
John Curley Show

KIRO’s John Curley reacts to $30,000 ‘baby-naming consultant’ in San Francisco

San Francisco is home to a new boutique business that has KIRO host John Curley confused — baby-naming.
20 days ago
Seattle housing recession...
Jason Sutich

‘It’s about confidence’: Gee addresses recession fears as Seattle housing market tumbles

Median home prices across Seattle's metro region have dropped approximately $630,000, down 3% from last month, according to Northwest Multiple Listing Service. 
20 days ago
ghost washington haunted house...
Jake Skorheim and Spike O'Neill Show

A helpful haunt? Spike explains why he’s at peace with a ghost in his home

Spike O'Neill uncovers the chilling details of a potential ghost presence within his home and how he is grateful for the company of his ghost.
20 days ago
mello pierce county budget funding...
Jason Sutich

‘Brilliant idea’: Ryan Mello praises ‘Opportunity Knocks’ as 500 families seek financial solutions in Tacoma

Pierce County is staring down a significant budget deficit after the federal government initiated $1 trillion in funding cuts to Medicaid.
20 days ago