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Culture Black Arts Legacies: Jourdan Imani Keith’s poetic Northwest Seattle’s former Civic Poet taps into the city’s many natural wonders. by Jas Keimig / May 30
Up next Investigations Washington public agencies win $121M to extend rural broadband State administrators overruled or helped mediate telecom objections that have previously disqualified local governments from similar grant awards. by Brandon Block / May 30 May 30, 2023
Up next Politics Podcast | Rep. Adam Smith predicts peace negotiations with Russia The Washington congressman said a Ukrainian offensive could beat Moscow’s forces back and have them at the bargaining table by the fall. by Paris Jackson / May 30 May 30, 2023
Up next Environment When it comes to climate change, Amtrak is stuck in a catch-22 Trains were supposed to be climate-friendly transportation. Now, extreme weather is making them less dependable. by L.V. Anderson Grist / May 29 May 29, 2023
Up next Politics With Inslee out, candidates are lining up for Washington governor Among those exploring bids for the 2024 election are Bob Ferguson, Hilary Franz, Raul Garcia and Semi Bird. by Joseph O'Sullivan / May 26 May 26, 2023
Up next Mossback Mossback's Northwest: A Stonehenge replica on the Columbia River An eccentric railroad millionaire was inspired to build the mysterious monument over 100 years ago. by Knute Berger / May 26 May 26, 2023
South King County communities unite to tackle pandemic challenges Written by Angela Moorer / Presented by Renton Regional Community Foundation / May 24, 2023 ‘We have to uplift one another’: In South King County, key community organizations promoted resilience and survival. But their work needs greater support.
Investigations How Seattle Police put bikes at the forefront of protest clashes Local bike cops drove a national evolution toward forceful crowd tactics — and made money doing it. by Jordan Gass-Pooré & James Stout / May 17
News Charity or business? Some consumers still confused by Value Village The Bellevue-based for-profit thrift store chain won a lawsuit over its marketing approach, but nonprofit competitors aren't happy. by Francesca Lyman / May 10
Asset 1 Series Mossback Podcast | Why in the Sam Hill is there a Stonehenge in Washington? Season 3 , Episode 8 The millionaire built a 'castle' on the Columbia River and later a replica of the English monument. Where to listen: iTunesOvercastPodbeanSpotifyStitcherRSS
Asset 1 Series Crosscut Talks Podcast | Michael Cohen shares his thoughts on Trump’s indictment Season 5 , Episode 5 A year after completing his own sentence, the former president’s ex-fixer talks about the unprecedented case. Where to listen: Google PlayiTunesOvercastPodbeanSpotifyStitcherRSS
Asset 1 Series Crosscut Reports Podcast | What’s at stake in Seattle’s City Council races Season 1 , Episode 25 With 45 candidates vying for a district seat, a lot could shift this fall. Crosscut reporter Josh Cohen talks it through. Where to listen: iTunesPodbeanSpotifyRSS
Culture ArtSEA: In Seattle, Memorial Day brings Folklife and folklore Plus, mysterious symbols in Georgetown and new memoirs from local artists. by Brangien Davis / May 25
Culture ArtSEA: Seattle artists are sending textile messages Plus, the Pioneer Square gallery that is closing after 40 years. by Brangien Davis / May 18
Mossback Mossback’s Northwest: Before Woodstock, there were the ‘Nature Men’ by Knute Berger / May 12
Mossback Podcast | Why in the Sam Hill is there a Stonehenge in Washington? The millionaire built a 'castle' on the Columbia River and later a replica of the English monument. by Knute Berger & Stephen Hegg / May 26, 2023
Culture ArtSEA: In Seattle, Memorial Day brings Folklife and folklore Plus, mysterious symbols in Georgetown and new memoirs from local artists. by Brangien Davis / May 25, 2023
Investigations A new WA law may not cure hospital staff shortages, nurses say Local committees will still set nurse/patient ratios amid new state oversight, but workers argue the current complaint system falls short. by Lizz Giordano / May 25, 2023
News Housing restrictions are leaving more PNW sex offenders homeless Laws in Oregon and Washington can be counterproductive to public safety by keeping registrants on the streets, where they are more likely to reoffend. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / May 25, 2023
News Podcast | Michael Cohen shares his thoughts on Trump’s indictment A year after completing his own sentence, the former president’s ex-fixer talks about the unprecedented case. by Paris Jackson / May 25, 2023
Politics The competing crises driving Seattle’s City Council election In crowded 2023 races, candidates have their work cut out to show voters they can make progress on issues such as crime and homelessness. by Josh Cohen / May 24, 2023
Politics Seattle City Council elections: Meet the 45 candidates Voters will elect members to represent the seven district council positions, with applicants ranging from U.S. veterans to a college student. by Josh Cohen & Venice Buhain / May 24, 2023