News Podcast | Washington voters dissatisfied with U.S. political system Joseph O’Sullivan breaks down what poll respondents had to say about the upcoming presidential election — and almost no one is excited. by Maleeha Syed / November 15, 2023
Investigations A WA worker’s death reveals the limits of safety enforcement A fatal trench collapse in 2016 set precedent for holding employers criminally liable, but officials still struggle to head off repeat violations. by Lizz Giordano / November 29, 2023
Investigations Podcast | The workplace death that changed Washington precedent Reporter Lizz Giordano talks about the legal handling of Harold Felton’s death – and why his family thinks more could have been done. by Maleeha Syed / November 29, 2023
News Podcast | The Starbucks labor movement is brewing in WA But there still isn't a contract. Crosscut reporter Lizz Giordano updates us on employees’ unionizing efforts. by Maleeha Syed / December 13, 2023
News Podcast | Seattle is still re-envisioning the future of Downtown Taylor Swift shows and MLB All-Star Week brought business this summer, but the city center is still hurting. Reporter Josh Cohen offers some updates. by Maleeha Syed / December 20, 2023
Investigations WA bridges still in poor condition, despite $630M in federal aid The state transportation agency has allocated about 13% of early funding for repairs, but more is needed to address the backlog of projects. by Lizz Giordano / December 27, 2023
Investigations Over a third of WA’s job safety fines are reduced after appeals One company negotiated a $1.3M reduction with the state’s safety agency after a worker’s hand was crushed, following multiple other violations. by Lizz Giordano / January 5, 2024
News Podcast | How climate change is taxing our mental health The environmental crisis has brought on anxiety, grief and a reluctance to have kids, says UW Bothell professor Jennifer Atkinson. by Maleeha Syed / March 6, 2024
Investigations Sound Transit settles whistleblower case over safety complaints The former employee alleged that supervisors retaliated against him for raising concerns about repair records and other safeguards. by Lizz Giordano / July 24, 2023 / Updated at 10 a.m. on Sept. 15, 2023
Culture Podcast | These celebs' last meals make a tasty Thanksgiving menu Your Last Meal gets in the Turkey Day spirit with interviews from Greta Gerwig, Martina McBride and more. by Maleeha Syed / November 22, 2023