New Indigenous-led PacSci exhibit connects humans and pollinators The living pathway invites Pacific Science Center guests to form relationships with their surrounding environment through observation. by Skylar Stekly / May 16, 2024
News The Newsfeed: Mayor Harrell talks city budget deficit and Sonics In part two of the exclusive interview with Seattle's mayor, Harrell discusses the $241 million shortfall and hints at a potential NBA return. by Paris Jackson / May 16, 2024
The Newsfeed Mayor Harrell talks city budget deficit and Sonics In part two of the exclusive interview with Seattle's mayor, Harrell discusses the $241 million shortfall and hints at a potential NBA return. May 16, 2024
Politics What is an attorney general? They’re more attorney than general As current Washington AG Bob Ferguson leaves office after 12 years, voters will choose a new “lawyer for the entire state.” by Andrew Engelson / May 15, 2024
Environment The carbon cost of return-to-office mandates Many companies made headway during the pandemic on promises to go green. But with work commutes required again, emissions are rising. by Kate Yoder Grist / May 15, 2024
Politics Seattle Council approves police union contract with 23% pay bump The retroactive deal covers back pay for 2021-2023, but does little to increase accountability measures. The city is negotiating for a 2024 contract. by Josh Cohen / May 14, 2024 / Updated: May 14, 4:40 p.m.
Investigations WA agency fails to reinspect a third of ‘severe violator’ employers A Labor and Industries program aims to monitor companies that are “resistant or indifferent” to safety rules, but follow-up inspections are lagging. by Lizz Giordano / May 14, 2024
Politics Political heavy hitters criticize Mayor Harrell’s housing plan A coalition including the Chamber of Commerce, realtors and nonprofits say that Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan would not help its affordability problem. by Josh Cohen / May 13, 2024 / Updated: May 14, 10:30 A.M.
News Dueling Israel/Palestine protests on UW campus remain peaceful Around 500 counterprotesters, led by Pursuit NW, gathered at the Seattle university this weekend, verbally clashing with the student encampment. by Scarlet Hansen / May 13, 2024
Environment Volunteers power wildfire mitigation efforts in the Tri-Cities Kennewick has a higher fire risk than 92% of U.S. communities. The nonprofit Team Rubicon helps respond to these disasters and prevent future ones. by Mai Hoang / May 13, 2024
Politics Three progressives take on Tanya Woo in Seattle City Council race Tariq Yusuf, Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Saunatina Sanchez have all entered the race for Seattle’s 2024 special election. by Josh Cohen / May 13, 2024
News Podcast | CNN journalists on covering the Israel-Hamas war Tug of War host David Rind and international correspondent Nada Bashir dig into how this conflict has changed the Middle East and the world. by Paris Jackson / May 13, 2024
News Cascade PBS Ideas Festival | Tug of War: Covering the Crisis in the Middle East CNN’s David Rind and Middle East correspondent Nada Bashir discuss the challenges of covering the crisis in Gaza. by Cascade PBS Newsroom Staff / May 11, 2024
Politics Advocates say Seattle’s $1.45B transportation tax isn’t enough A coalition is asking to increase the levy to $1.9B for more bike and pedestrian safety measures — which a poll found a majority of voters might support. by Josh Cohen / May 10, 2024
News AI is already impacting the 2024 elections. Experts are nervous. The Atlantic’s Hanna Rosin and Charlie Warzel discuss the dangers of the technology in political spaces, from deepfakes of candidates to robocalls. by Josh Cohen / May 10, 2024
News The Newsfeed: Mayor Bruce Harrell shares thoughts on SPD, Downtown Does Seattle's police force have a culture problem? We asked the mayor about the department’s lawsuits over sexual harassment, racism and gender bias. CORRECTION: This story incorrectly states that... by Paris Jackson / May 9, 2024