Opinion Why Seattle needs more history in its politics, and more politics in its art Chicago, a city deeply attuned to its cultural and political history, offers lessons for our arts institutions and our politicians. by Dujie Tahat / November 22, 2019
Opinion The problem with Seattle's progressive chattering class Political advocacy organizations could learn from our city’s long tradition of organizing and occupation. by Dujie Tahat / December 30, 2020
Opinion System failure: Seattle isn't dying and poverty isn't a crime A recent report on misdemeanors continues a toxic narrative in local politics. by Dujie Tahat / October 10, 2019 / Updated at 5:07 pm October 15, 2019
The Race to Alaska is a 'call to the heart' Sailboats are seen during the stage two start of the 2016 Race to Alaska. by Ross Anderson / June 4, 2017
Opinion The worst shipwreck in Northwest history happened a century ago In 1918, about 350 people boarded the Princess Sophia, which was bound for Seattle. None of them arrived. by Bob Simmons / October 22, 2018
Politics Cherry Point's coal debate: new fight on a site with stormy history The site of the proposed Gateway Pacific Terminal by Bob Simmons / October 18, 2011
Tech The woods that broke the bank: development or preservation as park? Part of the proposed Chuckanut Ridge development in Bellingham. by Bob Simmons / January 13, 2011
Environment Whatcom County's money-saving plan: let developers' attorneys write land-use laws Last year, the county took a money-saving approach to another environmental issue by letting homeowners inspect their own septic tanks. by Bob Simmons / January 13, 2011
Politics Coal port work violations being settled State and Whatcom County officials say no long-term moratorium on development will apply. by Bob Simmons / August 21, 2011
Tech A good park from a bank failure: Bellingham gets Chuckanut Ridge Part of what had been the proposed Chuckanut Ridge development in Bellingham, which the city now will preserve as a park. by Bob Simmons / August 16, 2011