Why efforts to reduce homelessness in Seattle have fallen short Leaders in the fight against homelessness discuss how to address the crisis through introspection, lived expertise and an approach oriented toward dignity and healing. by Maleeha Syed / May 4, 2022
Politics How does Seattle feel about crime? It’s complicated A new Crosscut/Elway poll of likely voters finds wide gaps in perceptions of crime based on age, income and homeownership status. by Josh Cohen / May 2, 2022
News How rent relief fraud allegations left Thurston County tenants hanging Evidence suggests fraud in federal rent relief programs is rare. But in some states, fraud fears have kept tenants from getting help. by Brandon Block / April 25, 2022
News Formerly homeless workers will lead King County's homelessness response The King County Regional Homelessness Authority wants people who've lived through the crisis to lead work combating it. by Josh Cohen / April 12, 2022
Civic Cocktail What worked in Seattle's past and what's needed to shape its future In its season debut, Civic Cocktail hosts a discussion with local historians and a futurist on what was and what will be in the Emerald City. April 12, 2022
News Oakland fire in tiny home village turns spotlight on WA company The plastic structures are made by Everett-based Pallet Shelter and used in several Seattle-area villages. by Josh Cohen / March 31, 2022
Politics Seattle high-needs homeless program at risk of ending JustCARE's funding will run out in June. The Seattle City Council could spend $10 million annually to keep the program going. by Josh Cohen / March 15, 2022
Politics Seattle's eviction moratorium ended, but some protections remain New laws delay some evictions and provide renters a right to legal counsel. by Josh Cohen / March 2, 2022
Crosscut Talks Podcast | Kshama Sawant on legislating after a failed recall Season 3 , Episode 40 / February 17, 2022 Seattle’s socialist council member shares her solutions to Seattle’s problems after narrowly avoiding ouster in December.
Politics WA lawmakers consider cutting red tape on tiny-home construction Sen. Joe Nguyen's bill would exempt some homeless shelters from review under the State Environmental Policy Act. by Josh Cohen / February 17, 2022
Inside Crosscut How partnerships make our journalism better We work with outlets like InvestigateWest and Youth Today to bring more stories to more of you. by Mark Baumgarten / February 15, 2022 / Updated at 9:20 a.m.
Equity How programs for homeless youth pivoted in the pandemic Upended by COVID-19, some service providers went online, took to the road or otherwise found new ways to aid homeless youth and young adults. by Allegra Abramo & Sam Leeds Youth Today / February 7, 2022
Youth Today Podcast | How homeless youth services adapted to COVID Season 1 , Episode 1 / February 7, 2022 The pandemic challenged providers who help young people. But for some organizations, it also spurred innovations.
Environment The new emergency responders: Librarians As climate change and extreme weather challenge Puget Sound's emergency services, libraries are increasingly at the front lines of community care. by Hannah Weinberger / February 2, 2022
Politics New King County homelessness authority kicks off with $170M budget The agency's leader wants those who are experiencing homelessness to help reshape policy and practices. by Josh Cohen / January 27, 2022
Politics Outgoing Seattle Mayor Durkan looks back with pride — and some regrets As Durkan prepares to leave office, she says her term will ultimately be defined by the city's pandemic response. by Nate Sanford / December 22, 2021