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
Politics It's Election Day. Don't forget to vote. Voter turnout so far is a little slow, but you have until 8 p.m. Tuesday to drop off or mail in your ballot. by Donna Gordon Blankinship & Joseph O'Sullivan / November 8, 2022
Politics Latina candidates in Central WA seek to increase representation Dulce Gutierrez and Nikki Torres may differ in political viewpoints, but both candidates seek to increase civic awareness in their communities. by Mai Hoang / November 7, 2022
Politics Podcast | How a young, progressive Latino could vote Republican Jordan Chavez, an 18-year-old from Yakima, considers the influence of family, culture and party politics as he votes for the first time. by Sara Bernard & Mai Hoang / November 2, 2022
Politics Write-in candidates are having a serious moment in WA Some people might still be writing 'Batman' on their ballot, but real write-ins are getting extra attention thanks to a 2018 Washington law. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / November 2, 2022
Politics WA moves toward legal shields for abortion, gender-affirming care Although abortion rights are already codified in state law, Gov. Jay Inslee announced ‘sanctuary bills’ to protect patients and health care providers. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / October 28, 2022
News Spokane's Camp Hope is the center of a political storm The state's largest encampment, home to nearly 450 people, began as a protest but has become a microcosm of housing and homelessness issues nationwide. by Mai Hoang / October 28, 2022
Inside Crosscut How you helped steer our 2022 voter guide We asked readers which Washington state races and initiatives to cover for the general election. What did we miss? by Donna Gordon Blankinship / October 25, 2022
Equity Rural WA nurses seek support for sexual assault examiner training Legislative proposals may help fill in large gaps by providing funds to train more nurses. by Mai Hoang / March 2, 2022
News Kshama Sawant says failed recall attempt emboldened her The city council member said she expects the uphill climb to continue on policies like taxing corporations for housing revenue. by Mai Hoang / February 17, 2022