Culture Seattle’s Black women activists have been marching for decades Quin’Nita Cobbins-Modica, the historian now leading BlackPast.org, talks about this pivotal moment and the women who helped get us here. by Agueda Pacheco Flores / June 18, 2020
Politics Poll: Most WA voters wary of reopening economy too soon A new Crosscut/Elway Poll finds 76% of voters believe the pandemic restrictions are working, and 61% are concerned about lifting them too soon. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 24, 2020
Culture Seattle’s motorcycle clubs ride free (but socially distanced) Coronavirus has scooter, moped and motorcycle enthusiasts rolling with caution. by Agueda Pacheco Flores / April 22, 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
Culture Plywood won’t save Seattle’s nightlife hotspots Property crime is the least of the worries for bar and restaurant owners hoping to return post-pandemic. by Agueda Pacheco Flores / 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
News Only 55% of WA voters say they want to be vaccinated, poll says A new Crosscut/Elway poll found vaccination interest in the state is much lower than needed for herd immunity under federal guidelines. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / January 6, 2021
News How, where, when: The COVID-19 vaccine in Washington state Washington moves into the next vaccine phases and outlines who will be lining up over the next few months. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / December 23, 2020 / Updated at 12:20 p.m., March 5
Culture Washington-made soaps to wash away 2020 Artisans from Shelton to Bellingham are making beautiful bars to help start the new year with a clean slate. by Brangien Davis & Agueda Pacheco Flores / December 23, 2020
Inside Crosscut It’s election season in Washington again. What’s on your mind? With the August primary less than three months away, we’re relaunching our elections newsletter — and we want you to help shape our coverage. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / May 18, 2021