Environment How to thrive in isolation, according to one of WA's last fire lookouts For ‘Lightning’ Bill Austin, life in a Methow Valley lookout tower isn’t too different from life under social distancing. by Beatriz Costa Lima / April 20, 2020
Politics Washington’s successful vote-by-mail system wasn’t built overnight Many states are looking for guidance on conducting their own 2020 elections by mail, but Washington state officials warn it won’t be easy. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 15, 2020
News Racial disparities not apparent — yet — in WA coronavirus deaths Preliminary data shows deaths reflect state demographics, but experts say it may be too early to tell. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 13, 2020
Politics Recap: 5 takeaways from the U.S. Senate debate Sen. Patty Murray and Tiffany Smiley clashed on climate change, Snake River dams, and immigration. Watch the recording here. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / October 23, 2022 / Updated Oct. 24 at 9 a.m.
Politics Recap: 5 takeaways from the Secretary of State debate The debate revealed a number of disagreements between incumbent Steve Hobbs and challenger Julie Anderson. Watch the recording here. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / October 23, 2022 / Updated Oct. 24 at 9:13 a.m.
Politics Seattle's social housing measure is likely to pass As final ballots from the Feb. 14 special election roll in, 57% of voters are in favor of Initiative 135. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / February 17, 2023 / Updated at 4:20 p.m. on Feb. 17
News What to know about Washington state’s ‘tripledemic’ Should I be wearing a mask? How can I get a booster shot? We’re answering your questions about COVID, RSV and the flu. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / December 19, 2022
Politics Seattle narrowly approves ranked-choice voting Barring a recount, the city will change its approach to primary elections. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / November 23, 2022
Inside Crosscut How election night played out in our newsroom Who calls each race? Why do results take so long? And what is the consensus on potato pizza? by Donna Gordon Blankinship / November 15, 2022
Politics Where do Washington state's election ballot initiatives stand? Early counts suggest voters will approve even-year voting and a minimum-wage hike in Tukwila but are still split on Seattle's Initiative 1A and 1B. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / November 9, 2022 / Updated at 4:30 p.m. on Nov. 11