KIRO FM News Director to take over Morning Show this month

(Statement from KIRO at MyNorthwest.com) Veteran Seattle journalist Charlie Harger will be the show’s next host, taking over for the legendary Dave Ross, who is retiring after a remarkable 47-year career at the station.

“Honestly, no one can fill Dave Ross’ shoes,” Harger said. “He’s a legend, and I’m just honored to be stepping into this role after him. It’s a big responsibility, and I’m excited to keep the tradition going.”

Harger’s radio journalism career began in 1996 when he was the news director for Green River College’s KGRG. After a brief stint in the tech industry, he returned to his true passion —news radio — in 2002 at KOMO Newsradio, where he worked as an editor, anchor and street reporter for 19 years. Harger joined the KIRO Newsradio team as the station’s news director in 2021.