Inside Crosscut What interviewing a death care worker taught me about life Crosscut reporter Margo Vansynghel reflects on her conversations with tattoo artist Jessica Henry, who became a death care worker during a pandemic. by Margo Vansynghel / June 16, 2020
Culture A tattoo artist learns the essential work of tending to the dead For one Seattleite, confronting mortality is hands-on during the pandemic. by Margo Vansynghel / June 9, 2020
Culture Food, medics, free rides home: Seattle protests see rush of volunteer support With a long history in citizen activism, ‘mutual aid’ helps sustain local demonstrations. by Margo Vansynghel / June 9, 2020
Culture Seattle’s indie bookstores are back in survival mode Booksellers weathered the threat of big box stores, Amazon and a major recession. Coronavirus is testing their resilience once again. by Margo Vansynghel / April 24, 2020
Culture Seattle photographers trade Zoom calls for a zoom lens During isolation, local artists find creative ways to get close to people — from a distance. by Margo Vansynghel / April 20, 2020
Culture WA students want tuition refunds after colleges go virtual Students — many in debt and newly unemployed — say a reduced college experience shouldn’t cost as much. Meanwhile, schools have their own budget fears. by Margo Vansynghel / April 17, 2020
News Face masks and coronavirus: When, how and why to wear them The do's and don'ts of homemade mask safety. by Margo Vansynghel / April 7, 2020 / Updated April 21, 12:20 p.m.
Culture Coronavirus has ravaged the arts. Financial relief is available, but is it enough? Self-employed artists, music venues and DIY arts spaces fear they are slipping through the cracks. by Margo Vansynghel / April 6, 2020
Culture Tacoma and Bellevue speedskaters head to Beijing Winter Olympics The athletes discuss the challenges of short track skating, keeping up their mental health and avoiding COVID-19. by Margo Vansynghel / January 26, 2022
Culture Pickleball community rallies to make the game WA’s state sport The Bainbridge invention is skyrocketing in popularity, and even seeking Olympic status. by Margo Vansynghel / January 20, 2022 / Updated at 5:31 on March 28, 2022