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The Detective: Tim Burgess

Mon, May 6, 5 a.m.

By Wendy Wahman

Lincoln High grad, former journalist and Seattle police officer whose first date with his wife was at a murder scene.

Mayor McGinn: Collaboration over confrontation

Sat, May 4, 1:20 p.m.

By John Stang

In an exclusive interview, Mayor Mike McGinn talks about his style, his accomplishments and his growth in office.

The Daily Troll: No NBA team for Seattle. Gun initiative launched. A rescue in Bellevue.

Mon, Apr 29, 2:22 p.m.

By Joe Copeland

A pro basketball league committee unanimously recommends against a move of the Sacramento Kings.

The Mayor Games: A guide to choosing Seattle's next CEO

Mon, Apr 29, 5 a.m.

By Mary Bruno

Voters can't elect a mayor based on candidate qualifications, because there aren't any minimum requirements for the job. So we decided to create some.

Seattle seeks qualified mayor

Mon, Apr 29, 5 a.m.

By Mary Bruno

Energetic visionary, adept manager, good listener. If we were "hiring" a new mayor, here are the skills and talents we'd be searching for.

Progressives meet Eyman's push with their own initiative

Thu, Apr 25, 8:30 a.m.

By John Stang

A new effort aims to force closer reviews of tax breaks for businesses.

Tim Eyman wants to fight again for two-thirds tax requirement

Tue, Apr 23, 1 a.m.

By John Stang

The initiative promoter hopes to pressure the Legislature into a constitutional amendment. But his plan is, well, complex.

Inside Politics: How the Democrats won the election but lost Olympia

Thu, Apr 18, 5 a.m.

By Chris Vance

News Analysis: Democrats have lost control of their own members. Could they have prevented the defections?

Parsing Seattle politico-speak: A participatory field guide

Wed, Apr 17, 5 a.m.

By Matt Fikse-Verkerk

Mayoral elections are bearing down. Legislative wrangling is in full-swing. How to understand your local politician.

Does "centrism" have a future in Northwest politics?

Mon, Apr 8, 5 a.m.

By Knute Berger

The hijinks of Washington's 'moderates' are missing one key ingredient. What they could learn from the state's great centrists.

Steinbrueck for mayor?

Mon, Apr 1, 1 a.m.

By Knute Berger

Can the architect-activist and former City Councilmember shed his rep as a rebel and lead the city?

The Daily Troll: Coal exporter demands permit. No Garfield teachers disciplined. Losing Matt Flynn.

Fri, Mar 29, 4:08 p.m.

By Joe Copeland

Oregon asked to give the go-ahead for a coal port. New images for proposed Sonics arena.

Should Washington ask for a constitutional amendment on campaign contributions?

Wed, Mar 27, 5 a.m.

By John Stang

People testifying at a legislative hearing want to overturn the Citizens United ruling. A key committee chair isn't convinced.

Schools, cities worry about bill pushing for wider representation

Wed, Mar 27, 5 a.m.

By John Stang

A proposal in the state Legislature would let minority groups to seek changes in voting districts.

Coal Wars: How voters are shaping their leaders' decisions

Thu, Mar 21, 5 a.m.

By Floyd McKay

Last year's elections brought bad news for promoters of coal exports through Northwest ports. But a vote this November could raise prospects for at least one proposed facility, near Bellingham.