Seattle's Morning News w/ Charlie Harger

Seattle's Morning News

Seattle's Morning News

Charlie Harger brings you the day's most important news stories from across the Pacific Northwest live from 5 a.m. - 9 a.m. weekdays on KIRO Newsradio 97.3 FM and the KIRO Newsradio App.

AG Brown: WA has spent past year preparing for ‘unlawful’ National Guard deployment

Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown said the state has been preparing for the National Guard for a year.
24 days ago

Former FBI agent: ‘The ball was dropped’ in Travis Decker search

Human remains discovered in the Cascade Mountains may belong to Travis Decker, the Army veteran accused of killing his three young daughters earlier this summer.
1 month ago

Audience members help save man’s life after he collapses at Spokane comedy show

Teamwork at a Spokane comedy show Friday night saved a man's life, showcasing the power of community in urgent situations.
2 months ago

‘We’ve had serious public safety problems’: Seattle council president backs Seattle’s surveillance cameras

Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson discusses Seattle's new surveillance cameras aimed at improving public safety and deterring crime.
2 months ago

‘What can we do to reduce spending?’ Seattle council member weighs in on primary election, Seattle’s mounting budget woes

Based on initial primary election returns, Washington voters may be swinging the pendulum once again toward more progressive leadership and policies.
3 months ago

Jeremy Piven talks ‘Entourage,’ new comedy special, and stripper names ahead of Seattle stand-up show

Actor and comedian Jeremy Piven is making his way to Seattle's Neptune Theatre next month as part of his stand-up tour, but not before stopping by "Seattle's Morning News" on KIRO Newsradio.
4 months ago

‘The big, beautiful bill’ will ‘refocus Medicaid dollars,’ WA rep. claims

Just before the House sent the bill to the president's desk, Washington rep. Jim Walsh explained why this "big, beautiful bill" is necessary.
4 months ago

From busboy to Canlis’ executive chef: Discover the story behind James Huffman

Explore James Huffman's path to becoming Canlis's new chef in Seattle, detailing his culinary journey and restaurant experiences.
4 months ago

‘First step is addressing housing costs’: Army veteran seeks Seattle mayoral seat to push for more progressive change

Seattle's mayoral race is in full swing, with candidates campaigning as much as possible before the August primary election.
4 months ago

‘What will it take for this to slow down?’: Gee Scott assesses soaring cost of living in Washington

A KIRO host breaks down the amount of income needed to live comfortably in Washington, per a new study by SmartAsset.
5 months ago

FBI sounds alarm on sextortion epidemic targeting teen boys—500% increase since 2019

Explore the surge in sextortion cases affecting American teens, as reported by CBS News. Learn how to protect your family.
5 months ago

‘This couldn’t come at a worse time’: Feeding America opposes SNAP, Medicaid cuts

Explore how Congress's proposed bill threatens vital nutrition assistance programs for millions across the nation.
5 months ago

‘Really unfortunate’: Corporations pulling out of Seattle Pride over Trump admin.

Major corporations are pulling funding from Seattle Pride amid political tensions.
5 months ago

Skip the airport chargers: Gee warns Sea-Tac travelers of ‘juice jacking’

TSA warns Sea-Tac travelers: avoid airport chargers to protect your data from juice jacking threats.
5 months ago

Seattle’s young adult exodus: Millennials, Gen Z leaving the city in post-COVID trend

Census data revealed that Seattle's young-adult population has declined since the start of the pandemic, bucking the trend that the Puget Sound is a thriving hub for Gen Z, latter millennials, and its hybrid in-between group, "zillennials."
5 months ago

‘Step up and fight back’: Queer advocate for Seattle mayor pushes ‘next generation of leadership’

Queer community advocate Ry Armstrong joins the Seattle mayor race, making their case on "Seattle's Morning News."
5 months ago

Seattle mayoral candidate Joe Mallahan calls out city leadership: ‘We don’t see our values on the streets’

Joe Mallahan, a Seattle mayoral candidate, critiques current leadership while campaigning for change in the city.
5 months ago

Gee Scott: United Airlines’ new check-in policy is about ‘more accountability’

Discover Gee Scott's views on United Airlines' timely check-in policy for enhanced accountability and improved passenger experience.
5 months ago

How to zipper merge properly? ‘I-5 commuters’ share dos and don’ts

"Seattle's Morning News" speaks with I-5 commuters about their strategy regarding the zipper merge.
5 months ago

Getting in the water this holiday weekend? Put that life jacket on

The holiday weekend is almost here, and it's going to be warm. Heading out on the water? Put on your life jacket! Washington has seen 23 boating deaths in the past two years.
5 months ago

Gee Scott rips Seattle rates: ‘You need to sell a kidney to afford rent’

Gee Scott denounces rising Seattle rents, citing a Zillow study requiring $90,000 for housing affordability.
5 months ago

Seattle law cracking down on clubs now in effect

Seattle introduces a new law aimed at enhancing safety in clubs following a series of shootings, addressing community concerns.
6 months ago

‘Writing is on the wall’: Talk of NBA expanding into Seattle heats up

NBA commissioner Adam Silver expects discussion about expansion to cities including Seattle to be one of the central topics when the league’s owners meet this summer.
6 months ago

‘Stay in prison’: Gee Scott slams Menendez brothers’ parole eligibility

Gee responds to the Menendez brothers' parole request, reflecting on their 1989 parental murders and ongoing implications.
6 months ago