Politics New WA laws start to close public broadband gap — but it’s a small step Legislators are spending $400 million to expand broadband, while opening up public internet options. But access for everyone is still a long way off. by Melissa Santos / July 16, 2021
Politics New suicide prevention hotline aims to divert callers from police Starting in mid-2022, people will be able to dial 988 instead of 911 to access different types of services in a mental health crisis. by Melissa Santos / July 8, 2021
Politics WA farmers markets may get displaced by obscure tax break expiring If the Legislature doesn't intervene, nonprofits and churches won't be able to host weekly farmers markets anymore without losing their tax-exempt status. by Melissa Santos / January 25, 2022
Politics Weekly WA newspaper fined $15,000 for selling election coverage The Tacoma Weekly got slapped down by campaign finance regulators last week, who said its illegal move undermined journalism. by Melissa Santos / September 28, 2021
Politics How useful is Bell Street Park, actually? Aerial view of Bell Street Park by tim gaydos / July 15, 2014
Culture How would Jesus vote? Jesus cleansing the temple: out, you dastardly government bureaucrats! by tim gaydos / November 5, 2013
Culture A lesson in Thanksgiving of a different kind It's not about how we are, not what we have. by tim gaydos / November 27, 2013
Culture The secular Seattle myth Why Seattleites are more interested in God than they let on. by tim gaydos / August 18, 2013
Culture A tale of light out of darkness How the strength of Seattle's community helped one young woman turn her life around. by tim gaydos / December 24, 2013