Opinion A law Lorena González devised now benefits her Seattle mayoral campaign Something’s not right about a situation where out-of-state unions can influence local elections, but Seattle-based Amazon can't. by Joni Balter / September 22, 2021
Opinion Why 2021 might be the year of backlash in Seattle city elections Grumpy, agitated, or embarrassed voters do not favor the status quo. They vote for change. by Joni Balter / June 11, 2021
Opinion How Compassion Seattle could shape the mayoral race The authors of the homelessness initiative have pulled a page from the Tim Eyman playbook, using a hot-button issue that could drive turnout and force candidates to take a stand. by Joni Balter / May 24, 2021
Opinion In Seattle mayoral race, top contenders must make a case for change Both Lorena González and Bruce Harrell come with City Hall baggage. by Joni Balter / July 27, 2021
Opinion Don’t forget the man who saved Seattle’s houseboats The city is planning to remodel Terry Pettus Park, named after an all-but-forgotten Seattle legend and houseboat activist. by John de Graaf / May 29, 2018
Culture Thousands trade four wheels for two during Bike to Work Month Commuters on the Sammamish Bike Trail. (Bill Thorness) by Bill Thorness / May 1, 2008
Gear Up at Seattle Bike Expo The annual Seattle Bike Expo, one of Cascade Bicycle Club's largest events by Bill Thorness / March 11, 2010
Culture Bikes and Diaries: Willie Weir and David Byrne helped one cyclist get through winter <i>Bicycle Diaries</i> by Bill Thorness / March 8, 2010
Politics Will Seattle's parks initiative make us happier? A crew of locals evaluated the happiness potential of Proposition 1. Here's what they found. by John de Graaf / July 29, 2014
Culture Feeding the food gardening trend A display at the Northwest Flower & Garden Show by Bill Thorness / February 2, 2010