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Seattle’s Morning News w/ Charlie Harger & Manda Factor

Charlie Harger and Manda Factor give you the day’s most important news stories every weekday. Along with Chris Sullivan on traffic and KIRO 7 TV’s Nick Allard, it’s everything you need to get your day started right. 
July 21, 2026

The War With Iran and Tariffs on Canada

David Fahrenthold on the war with Iran, tariffs on Canada, and the Reflective Pool // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Highway 202 going to be closed in Fall City // Mike Dobuski...   (30:38)
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July 20, 2026

The Lowering Approval Rating of Trump

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly crime check from the King County Prosecutor's Office // Steve Roberts on lowering approval rating for President Trump...   (33:01)
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July 17, 2026

The President's Primetime Speech

Karen Travers on President Trump's primetime speech // Katrina Guischard on a Bay Area restaurant's new policy about kids' behavior that has gone viral // Dima Voytovych on his 22...   (48:05)
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July 16, 2026

The Push to Reform ICE Behavior

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Explaining the difference between left-lane campers, and slow drivers in the HOV lane // James Lynch with the "Cold Case Project": Highlighting t...   (36:23)
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July 15, 2026

The Safety Concerns in the US Supreme Court

Rob McKenna on Washington's lawsuit against Albertsons stores over opioid prescriptions // Rich Frankel on concerns in the US Supreme Court over safety // Charlie Harger Commentar...   (25:11)
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July 14, 2026

The Death of Senator Lindsay Graham

Chris Sullivan Chokepoint: The Kingston Ferry terminal is running into issues with passengers missing a required ticket booth // Mike Dobuski with "Tech Tuesday" : Lawsuit from Ap...   (39:48)
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July 13, 2026

The Latest Strikes Between the US and Iran

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — our weekly report from the King County Prosecutor's Office // Retired Lt. General Richard Newton on the latest strikes between...   (31:22)
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July 10, 2026

The Renewed Violence Between the US and Iran

Olivia Rubin on the bi-partisan Housing Bill that President Trump refuses to sign // Hannah Sabio-Howell on her endorsement from Mayor Katie Wilson and tackling issues in the city...   (43:21)
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July 9, 2026

The "Freedom Fuel Network" and Cheap Gas Prices

Peter Charalambous on the "Freedom Fuel Network" and cheap gas prices // Anna Kooiman on the diminishing middle age in the US // Brad Garrett on cyber criminals extorting young me...   (33:44)
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July 8, 2026

The Potential End to a Ceasefire With Iran

Rob McKenna on the initiative measure submitted to repeal the state income tax on millionaires // Shannon Kingston on the potential end to a ceasefire between the US and Iran // C...   (34:37)
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July 7, 2026

The Trump Family's Financial Disclosures

Jordana Miller in Jerusalem on the war with Iran // Leland Vittert on the NATO summit and the Trump family's financial disclosures // Charlie Harger Commentary on Seattle's month ...   (44:11)
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July 6, 2026

The NATO Summit in Turkey

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment": What the county is doing about rampant retail crime // Steven Portnoy on President Trump in Turkey for NATO Summit and 4th of July in D.C. // Gee Scott on today's World Cup match   (23:32)
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July 1, 2026

The Stalemate in Congress Over Defense Spending

Rob McKenna on the big Supreme Court decisions this week // Hannah Brandt on a stalemate in Congress over defense spending // Charlie Commentary on celebrating America's 250th ann...   (25:06)
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June 30, 2026

The Rise in Tech Prices and a Cheaper EV Truck

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: New taxes and fines on the roadways begin in July // Mike Dobuski on rise in tech prices and a new, cheap EV truck // David Fahrenthold on Suprem...   (34:26)
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June 29, 2026

The Big Supreme Court Decisions Due Today

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: A plea to the parents of teens on highspeed E-bikes // Karen Travers on US negotiations planned with Iran // Steven Portnoy on big Supreme Court ...   (30:35)
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June 26, 2026

The Federal Judge's Decision Surrounding Mail in Ballots

Peter Charalambous on the federal judge's decision surrounding mail in ballots // Katrina Guischard with a Parenting Feature: Looking at a new study on which states are best to ra...   (42:23)
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June 25, 2026

The Rejection of a Bi-Partisan Bill on Housing

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: How to navigate beach driving along the Washington Coast // Luke Duecy with a "Tech Talk": Concerns surround drone use during World Cup matches /...   (46:42)
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June 24, 2026

The Cost of Lawsuit Payouts in Washington

Rob McKenna on the extreme cost of lawsuit payouts in Washington // Scott Sistek on weather forecast heading into World Cup matches and 4th of July // Robert Sherman on US negotia...   (30:25)
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June 23, 2026

The White House Reaction to US Negotiations With Iran

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: New Raisin' Canes restaurant open in the North Sound, New fish culvert opening, and a mysterious stretch of 167 shows up on Google Maps // Karen ...   (40:14)
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June 22, 2026

The US and Iran Negotiations in Switzerland

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" -- a report from the King County Prosecutor's Office // Jordana Miller in Jerusalem on negotiations between the US and Iran in Switzer...   (29:22)
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June 19, 2026

The Surveillance Cameras for World Cup Matches

Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka on surveillance cameras in the city for World Cup matches // The Elliot Bay Puppy Raisers highlight trianing puppies to be seeing eye dogs of t...   (35:00)
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June 18, 2026

The City's Action Along Aurora Avenue

Seattle City Councilmember Rob Saka on city action along Aurora Avenue and SPD's recruitment // Steven Portnoy on the 14 point initial peacedeal between the US and Iran // Charlie...   (30:09)
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June 17, 2026

The Fears of Iran Continuing Nuclear Developments

Shannon Kingston on fears of Iran continuing nuclear developments despite a planned ceasefire // Jim Ryan on the declining rates of infant deaths in the US // Rob McKenna on a sta...   (31:20)
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June 16, 2026

The Rise and Fall of Gas Prices

Chelsie Bowden on her relationship with her seeing-eye dog // David Fahrenthold on the deal between the US and Iran, and rennovations on the nation's capital // Charlie Commentary...   (38:23)
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June 15, 2026

The Agreed Peace Deal Between the US and Iran

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" -- a report from the King County Prosecutor's Office // Jordana Miller in Jerusalem on the agreed peace deal between the US and Iran /...   (38:39)
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June 12, 2026

The Proposal to End the War in Iran

Bethany Braun-Silva on cell phone bans at schools across the country // Joe Khalil on a proposal to end the war in Iran // Katrina Guischard with a Parenting Feature: Grappling wi...   (01:00:57)
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June 11, 2026

The FISA's Policies for National Intelligence Surveillance

Brad Garrett on issues with the FISA's policies for national intelligence surveillance // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: How to survive Seattle during World Cup // Joe Khalil o...   (45:37)
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June 10, 2026

The UW Grads and Tech Jobs

Art Dallen and Andrea Suarez on the Fentynl crisis // KIRO NewsRadio’s Aaron Granillo on U.W. Grads and tech jobs // Former Washington Attorney General, Rob McKenna // Charl...   (42:59)
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June 9, 2026

 Peter Charalambous on the latest testimonies in the Epstein investigation

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: A warning about speeding in work zones-LIVE // Peter Charalambous on the latest testimonies in the Epstein investigation-LIVE // Leland...   (42:48)
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June 8, 2026

Katie Wilson's Absence from a Neighborhood March in North Seattle

 Cheri Preston on the big tickets sold ahead of the NBA Finals Game 3 // Jim Ryan on the danger of "screwworms" // Charlie Commentary on Katie Wilson's absence from a neighbo...   (33:00)
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June 5, 2026

A Very Friday Friday

Peter Charalambous on Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche // Gee Scott on Seattle offering 1400 kids free tickets to the World Cup // The Rick Rizzs Show: Mariners look to stay h...   (35:03)
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June 4, 2026

The Rise of "Firefighter Arson" Cases

Members of the Pacific Northwest Drag Racing Association on the disappearing sport of Drag Racing // Brad Garrett on the rise of "firefighter arson" cases across the country // Pa...   (37:21)
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June 3, 2026

The Growing Fentanyl Crisis in Seattle

Art Dahlen and Andrea Suarez on the growing fentanyl crisis in Seattle and the changing culture of drug use // Meteorologist Scott Sistek on how hot the summer is predicted to be ...   (33:31)
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June 2, 2026

The President's Approval Rating and Primary Elections

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: The Revive I-5 Project is taking a brief break // Leland Vittert on the President's approval rating and primary elections // Charlie Commentary o...   (42:14)
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June 1, 2026

The Need to Pause Construction on AI Data Centers

Seattle City Councilmember Eddie Lin on the need to pause construction on AI data centers in Seattle // Casey McNerthney on how "toy" guns are prosecuted differently than real gun...   (35:50)
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May 29, 2026

The Criticism of Seattle Mayor Wilson

The Rick Rizzs Show: Mariners take control of the AL West // Members of the "Blue Man Group" talk about the unique show ahead of performances at the Paramount this weekend // Char...   (34:41)
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May 28, 2026

The War in Iran and Rising Gas Prices

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Preparing for the opening of a "Raisin' Canes" restaurant between Lynnwood and Mill Creek // Robert Sherman in Qatar on the war with Iran // Brad...   (40:56)
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May 27, 2026

The Supreme Court Decision on Birthright Citizenship

Jim Ryan on a very consequential primary election in Texas // Meteorologist Scott Sistek with an extended weather forecast heading into June // Rob McKenna on the US Supreme Court...   (39:12)
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May 26, 2026

The Senate Race in Texas

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Montlake Boulevard exit along SR 520 is getting another change // Mills Hayes on President Trump's physical health check up // Leland Vittert on ...   (37:04)
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May 22, 2026

The Final Broadcast of CBS World News Roundup

 Wild Waves Director of Sales Westin Petree on the final season of the iconic Washington adventure park // The Final Broadcast of CBS World News Roundup // "Photog"...   (01:07:02)
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May 21, 2026

Former CBS Audio General Manager Craig Swagler on the legacy of CBS Radio

Josh Tyrangiel on "AI for Good", the positive developments in artificial intelligence // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: A new fish passage project in Gorst is going to cau...   (34:36)
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May 20, 2026

How Much More does it Cost to Own Instead of Rent in Seattle?

Meteorologist Scott Sistek with a look at the extended forecast // Rob McKenna on the push in Washington to redraw legislative maps-LIVE // Charlie Commentary on flag representati...   (34:08)
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May 19, 2026

The $1.776 Billion Being Awarded to Trump's Administration

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: WSDOT looking at potentially raising the max toll prices on I-405 and SR 167 // David Fahrenthold on the nearly $2 billion being awarded to the T...   (34:35)
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May 18, 2026

The Legal Battle Between Musk and Open AI

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — local crime report // Ian Sherr on the legal battle between Elon Musk and Open AI // Patrick De Haan on the price of fuel // C...   (41:05)
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May 15, 2026

The Beginning of Medterm Season

The Rick Rizzs Show: Celebrating another epic takedown of the Houston Astros and preparing for a tough matchup against the San Diego Padres // Several safety experts on boating sa...   (45:35)
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May 14, 2026

The President's Trip to China

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Highlighting some confusing signage between I-90 and SR 18 // Luke Duecy with a Tech Talk: Looking at the large-scale hacking of the Canvas educa...   (42:15)
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May 13, 2026

The Potential Gas Tax Holiday

Dr. Sophie Lazarus on the health benefits of unplugging from technology // Patrick De Haan on the price of fuel and a potential gas tax holiday // Rob McKenna on an initiative att...   (46:00)
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May 12, 2026

The End of CBS Radio

Jeff McCausland on the war in Iran and his time at CBS Radio ending //  Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Building a new bridge over I-5 in Lynnwood // Leland Vittert on the ...   (32:02)
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May 11, 2026

The Global Oil Market

Kristine Moreland on how her organization "The More We Love" is addressing addiction and homelessness in Seattle, and an update on "The Boy In The Tent" // Casey McNerthney with "...   (40:07)
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May 8, 2026

The Microsoft Severance Buyouts

"Photog" Steve Hickey with a local crime report // Cathy Allen on filing day for candidates looking to run for election in the 2026 midterms // Charlie Commentary on the importanc...   (54:40)
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May 7, 2026

The Gas Prices Amidst Middle East Tension

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Big change coming to the junction between I-5 and highway 520 // Luke Duecy with a Tech Talk: Meta using AI to keep underage users from creating ...   (30:15)
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May 6, 2026

The Federal Probe Into Minnesota Medicare Fraud

Rich Hughes on the federal probe into medicare fraud in Minnesota // Rob McKenna on the legal challenge of the state income tax // Charlie Commentary on the danger of empathy over...   (31:20)
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May 5, 2026

The End of Spirit Airlines

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: New ticket booths are looking to cut down on line cutters at the Kingston Ferry Terminal // Jeff McCausland on the war in Iran and battle over th...   (40:40)
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May 4, 2026

The Battle Over the Strait of Hormuz

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — local crime report // Retired Lt. General Richard Newton on the war in Iran and battle over the Strait of Hormuz // Jill Schle...   (35:45)
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May 1, 2026

The Shooting Suspect from the White House Dinner

Olivia Rinaldi on the war in Iran and details on the shooting suspect from the White House Correspondents Dinner // Luke Duecy with the Mariners "Fan of the Week" — Highligh...   (48:43)
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April 30, 2026

The State's Education Budget and Failing Test Scores

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: A look at the next big bridge project between Everett and Mukilteo // Luke Duecy with a Tech Talk: A deep look into the earnings report from big ...   (43:48)
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April 29, 2026

The State's Lawsuit Against Grocery Chains

Robert Berger in Jerusalem with an update on the war with Iran // Scott Sistek on the upcoming 80 degree day and the lack of a snowpack this year // Rob McKenna on the state's law...   (44:48)
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April 28, 2026

The Attempted Shooting at the White House

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Looking at some of the paid parking spaces now available at some light rail stations // Jeff McCausland on the war in Iran // David Fahrenthold o...   (33:07)
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April 27, 2026

The Legal Battle Between Musk and Altman

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — local crime report // Jill Schlesinger on a drop in consumer confidence, while people continue to spend money // Charlie Comme...   (31:31)
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April 24, 2026

The War in the Middle East

Reporter Linda Gradstein on the latest on the war in the Middle East from Jerusalem // International correspondent for NewsNation, Robert Sherman on the war in the Middle East // ...   (45:05)
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April 23, 2026

The Budget and Impact on Local Campgrounds & Trails

Public Lands Commissioner, Dave Upthegrove on the budget and summer impact on campgrounds & trails // Luke Duecy with a Tech Talk: Seattle high schooler’s Google Do...   (44:11)
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April 22, 2026

The Ceasefire with Iran

Jeff McCausland on the war in Iran and the US blockade on the Strait of Hormuz // Scott Sistek on April showers and a springtime forecast // Rob McKenna with an update on his lega...   (39:48)
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April 21, 2026

The Motive Behind the Millionaires’ Tax

TJ Martinell from the Center Square on new documents uncovered surrounding the motive behind the Millionaires' Tax // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: A new Chick-Fil-A location ...   (36:45)
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April 20, 2026

The Stock Market Reaction to the War

Jeff McCausland on the war with Iran // Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly crime report // Jill Schlesinger on the stock market reaction to the war in I...   (31:11)
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April 17, 2026

The Re-Opening of the Strait of Hormuz

Robert Sherman in Tel Aviv on the re-opening of the Strait of Hormuz and the war in Iran // Luke Duecy with a "Fan of the Week": Highlighting Mariners fans at T-Mobile Park // Nat...   (39:18)
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April 16, 2026

The RFK Jr. Testimony in Front of Congress

Art Dahlen on how his organization "Battlefield Addiction" is helping addicts get clean // Luke Duecy with a Tech Talk: A look at why AI firm Anthropic pulled its latest project /...   (40:24)
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April 15, 2026

The Trump Lawsuit Against the Wall Street Journal

Jeff McCausland on the war in Iran and the US blockade on the Strait of Hormuz // Scott Sistek on April showers and a springtime forecast // Rob McKenna on a judge's dismissal of ...   (39:03)
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April 14, 2026

The Back-And-Forth Between Trump and Pope Leo

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: The Edgewater Bridge in Everett is reopening // Mills Hayes on the back-and-forth between President Trump and Pope Leo // Leland Vittert on the U...   (37:05)
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April 13, 2026

The US Blockage Along the Strait of Hormuz

Robert Sherman in Tel Aviv on the war with Iran // Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly crime report // Patrick De Haan on how the US blockade along the S...   (35:15)
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April 10, 2026

The Return of the Artemis II Crew

Nancy Cordes on ceasefire with Iran and Melania Trump's surprise address // Peter King on the return of the Artemis II crew tonight // Gee Scott on turning 50 and not being able t...   (44:19)
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April 9, 2026

The Flucuating Price of Gasoline

Patrick De Haan on the flucuating price of gasoline amidst a fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Explaining why the new light rail exten...   (32:56)
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April 8, 2026

The 14 Day Ceasefire Between the US and Iran

Retired Lt. General Richard Newton on the 14 day ceasefire deal between the US and Iran // Hannah Brandt with Republican and Democrat reaction to the President's temporary peace d...   (33:53)
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April 7, 2026

The Latest Threats in Iran

David Fahrenthold on the latest US threats in Iran and the firing of Pam Bondi // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Highlighting big construction happening along Mukilteo Highway ...   (29:26)
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April 6, 2026

The Stock Market Response to Iran

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly report from the King County Prosecutor's Office // Jill Schlesinger on the stock market response to Iran and a l...   (25:42)
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April 3, 2026

The Rising Unemployment Rate in Washington

Angela Poe Russell on the musical she helped create, titled "Aviatrix" // Patrick De Haan on the continuing rise in gas prices // Gee Scott on the rising unemployment rate in Wash...   (45:12)
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April 2, 2026

The Drug Devastation Around Seattle’s Beacon Hill

Charlie Harger Exclusive Report on the drug devastation in 4 parks around Seattle's Beacon Hill neighborhood // Olivia Rinaldi breaks donw President Trump's Prime Time Address fro...   (40:06)
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April 1, 2026

The Supreme Court Hearing on Birthright Citizenship

Thane Rosenbaum on the Supreme Court hearing on birthright citizenship // Rob McKenna on his challenge of the state's new income tax on millionaires // Charlie Commentary on how t...   (34:19)
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March 31, 2026

The Potential Corruption in the Trump Administration

Robert Berger in Jerusalem on the war with Iran // David Fahrenthold on the war in Iran and potential corruption in the Trump administration // Leland Vittert on the war in Iran a...   (48:30)
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March 30, 2026

The Ongoing Aiport Congestion

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly crime report // Patrick De Haan on the rising price of gas and diesel // CBS News Business Analyst Jill Schlesinger&m...   (46:18)
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March 27, 2026

The Rising Price of Gas and Diesel

Chris Sullivan with a BONUS Chokepoint: A sneak preview of the Light Rail 2 line across the lake // Patrick De Haan on the rising price of gas and diesel // Taurean Small on the p...   (42:41)
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March 26, 2026

The Meta and YouTube Lawsuit in California

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: an update on the work underway on the Vantage Bridge // Manda Factor on a unique vowel renewal that took place in Peoria // Ian Sherr on the Meta...   (40:14)
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March 25, 2026

The Counting of Mail-in Ballots After Election Day

Scott Sistek with an extended weather forecast for the Spring // Aaron Granillo on the new sophisticated robotic pitching machine being used by the Mariners // Rob McKenna on the ...   (43:10)
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March 24, 2026

The War in Iran and Airport Safety

Chris Sullivan's Chokepoint -- The Washington State Transportation Commission is expected to approve new toll setting rules today // Leland Vittert - Host of "On Balance" on Newsn...   (37:03)
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March 23, 2026

The Impact of Oil on the Stock Market

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly crime report // Patrick De Haan on high gas prices around the state // Jill Schlesinger on the impact of oil on the s...   (39:10)
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March 20, 2026

The Ending of CBS Radio

Patrick De Haan from Gas Buddy on the dramatic rise in gas prices // Paul Holden with a weekend planner // Jeff McCausland with an update on the war in Iran // Charlie Commentary ...   (39:33)
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March 19, 2026

The Threat of Cyberattacks From Iran

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: the I-5 overpass in DuPont is going to finally get done // Luke Duecy with a Tech Talk: a deep look at the threat of cyberattacks from Iran // To...   (39:51)
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March 18, 2026

The Resignation of Joe Kent

Scott Sistek on the atmospheric river and what to expect from Springtime in the northwest // Rob McKenna on the SAVE America Act // Charlie Commentary on the state's lack of commi...   (34:17)
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March 17, 2026

The Gas Prices in the State

Patrick De Haan from Gas Buddy on gas prices in the state // Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: A reminder to not cut WSF lines // Leland Vittert on the war in Iran and the resigna...   (34:29)
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March 16, 2026

The Attempt to Control the Stait of Hormuz

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly crime report // Jeff McCausland on the US attempt to control the Strait of Hormuz // Jill Schlesinger on avoiding tax...   (37:20)
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March 13, 2026

The Millionaire's Tax Impacting Seattle Sports

Jeff McCausland on the latest with the war in Iran // The Rick Rizzs Show: Previewing the 2026 season for the Mariners, and storylines in the World Baseball Classic // Gee Scott o...   (35:30)
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March 12, 2026

The Latest With the War in Iran

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Looking at the "crud" sickness that has been making its way around the newsroom // Scott MacFarlane on the fight to keep the Kennedy Center and h...   (41:55)
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March 11, 2026

The Millionaire's Tax Approval

Scott Sistek on the crazy weather hitting the region // Jeff McCausland on the War in Iran // Rob Mckenna on the millionaire tax // Charlie Commentary on HB 2266 // Jerry Cornfiel...   (44:49)
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March 10, 2026

The US Ahead of Midterms

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: An update on the closure along I-405 in Bothell // David Fahrenthold on the war in Iran and the US ahead of midterms // Leland Vitter on the war ...   (33:50)
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March 9, 2026

The Appointing of a New Leader in Iran

Casey McNerthney with "Crime and Punishment" — a weekly crime report // Jeff McCausland on the appointing of a new leader in Iran and continued US strikes in the Middle East...   (37:39)
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March 6, 2026

The Firing of Kristi Noem

Paul Holden on how to have the perfect experience at the Emerald City Comic Con // Scott MacFarlane on lawsuits against the Trump administration over tariffs and the latest drop i...   (47:47)
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March 5, 2026

The War Beteen the US, Israel, and Iran

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Closure on I-405 in Bothell is about to cause massive delays // Luke Duecy with a Tech Talk: Looking at the cyber war underway between the US and...   (45:01)
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March 4, 2026

The Millionaires' Tax

Andrew Villeneuve from the Northwest Progressive Institute on support for the Millionaires' Tax // Scott Sistek on the end of our warm winter, and what to expect from the springti...   (45:55)
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March 3, 2026

The War in Iran

Chris Sullivan with a Chokepoint: Speed cameras in work zones are expanding // David Fahrenthold on war in Iran // Leland Vittert on war in Iran // Charlie Commentary on the conse...   (44:33)
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March 2, 2026

The US Waging War in the Middle East

Retired Lt. General Richard Newton on US waging war against Iran // Dale Gavlak on how the Middle East is reacting to war in Iran // Jill Schlesinger on how oil prices and the sto...   (40:55)
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February 27, 2026

The Congressional Depositions on the Clintons

Taurean Small on the congressional depositions on both Hillary and Bill Clinton // Steve Wiebe — the "King of Kong" on his legacy as a video game professional // Charlie Com...   (47:44)
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