Politics The Murray/Smiley Senate race may be Washington's priciest ever As the long-serving Democrat and her GOP challenger spar, their close race has turned into a barrage of sharp, and expensive, ads. by Joseph O'Sullivan / November 3, 2022
Politics WA candidate accused of inflating military service by own father Brett Shavers penned a letter alleging that his son, Democratic State House candidate Clyde Shavers, never served on a submarine and isn't yet an attorney. by Joseph O'Sullivan / November 2, 2022
Inside Crosscut Purple haze: The battle over WA state's political no-man's-lands A handful of unassuming, ideologically split districts have become hotbeds of political power for both Washingtons. by Joseph O'Sullivan / November 1, 2022
Politics Unlike other minimum wage fights, Tukwila's sees no opposition If it passes, the city’s new $17-plus hourly wage would apply to businesses with 15 or more employees. by Joseph O'Sullivan / October 31, 2022
Politics Gov. Inslee declares end to COVID emergency in Washington state More than two years after the order took effect, the governor's special authority to combat the pandemic is over — even as the virus remains. by Joseph O'Sullivan / September 8, 2022 / Updated at 5:02 p.m. on Sept. 8
Politics Four years later, voter-approved WA gun law hasn't been implemented State officials have yet to start annual background checks for owners of pistols and semiautomatic rifles — and they have no concrete plans to do so. by Joseph O'Sullivan / September 7, 2022
Politics WA state delays watchdog reports on prisons, concerning advocates Washington's prison oversight agency shelved half a dozen reports that were underway when its inaugural director departed last November. by Joseph O'Sullivan / August 11, 2022
Politics Trump's presence hovers over WA primary elections While he didn't appear on the ballot, the former president's influence is shaping the dynamics of the November general election. by Joseph O'Sullivan / August 9, 2022
Politics No red wave in sight after early returns in key legislative race First returns show state Sen. Emily Randall, D-Bremerton, holding onto her hotly contested seat. by Joseph O'Sullivan / August 2, 2022 / Updated at 10:10 p.m. on Aug. 2
Politics U.S. Rep. Kim Schrier holds large lead for WA's 8th Congressional District It's unclear whether the incumbent will face Matt Larkin or Reagan Dunn in the general election. by Joseph O'Sullivan / August 2, 2022