Politics Can Washington bridge its political divide? Some want to try Already dreading the 2024 election atmosphere, a bipartisan group of community leaders and politicians are working to “disagree better.” by Joseph O'Sullivan / December 7, 2023
Politics $70.9B WA budget proposal boosts funding for behavioral health Washington lawmakers will offer their own proposals in the legislative session that begins next month. by Joseph O'Sullivan / December 13, 2023 / Updated at 4 p.m. on Dec. 13
Politics WA tax agency pressured to end controversial secrecy policy The Department of Revenue said it could use legislative privilege to keep records private, but nixed the policy after criticism from Gov. Inslee’s office. by Joseph O'Sullivan / December 13, 2023
Politics 'Honest Elections': Does all this add up? A voter drops off a ballot in Ballard. by Jordan Royer / August 13, 2015
Opinion Here’s a thought, City Hall: Talk to us about parking Why did Councilmember Rob Johnson ignore the recommendation of SDOT planners, neighbors and small business owners? by Jordan Royer / April 5, 2018
Politics How district elections will change governing Seattle City Council, as it is now by Jordan Royer / August 2, 2015
Politics National culture wars on race, LGBTQ+ rights come to WA schools Right-wing pushback on school policies and curricula are leading to educator burnout — and fear of personal harm. by Joseph O'Sullivan / September 27, 2023
Politics Bellingham voters consider minimum-wage hike, tenant protections Proponents of the initiatives — one similar to a recent Tacoma campaign — say rising housing costs are spurring the policy efforts. by Joseph O'Sullivan / October 23, 2023
Politics No road map for Republican Party to rebuild itself Romney has lost any identity, thanks to having to cater to the GOP's out-of-date positions in the primary season. But how will the party move forward? by Jordan Royer / September 11, 2012
Politics Police reform: let's hear from the troops Mayor Mike McGinn, seen in mid-2011 with police discussing increased nighttime patrols, is now dealing with a federal report on police practices. by Jordan Royer / July 31, 2012