Investigations WA intercepts millions in child support for low-income families In 2022, the state took over $40 million meant for impoverished children. A bipartisan bill could redirect a portion of future payments to families. by Brandon Block / January 25, 2024
Investigations WA health officials throw away millions of pandemic supplies Masks, gowns, gloves and more: States are culling their expired stockpiles, but medical experts say the waste shows a system unprepared for disasters. by Brandon Block / February 23, 2024
Politics Arizona stirs another critical debate Sheriff Clarence Dupnik speaking at an event by Hubert Locke / January 20, 2011
Politics State's first execution in a decade: Asking a question A guard tower at the Washington State Penitentiary by Hubert Locke / August 23, 2010
Politics It's hard to understand opposition to Chief Diaz for being an insider Seattle Police Chief John Diaz by Hubert Locke / July 28, 2010
Politics Beep-beep: a car-user's manifesto Pronto! bikes at Occidental Park by Hubert Locke / October 7, 2010
Politics Best of 2009: Ted Kennedy and the perils of liberal fundamentalism Hubert G. Locke by Hubert Locke / December 27, 2009
Investigations WA spent $500M to help small, minority businesses. Did it work? A Crosscut analysis of Working Washington grants found mixed results on equity initiatives and millions for large chains or franchises. by Brandon Block / October 18, 2023 / Updated at 6 p.m. on Oct. 23, 2023
Investigations Why have Washington eviction cases doubled in the past six months? Billions in federal pandemic aid masked dysfunction in the rental market. But that money is gone — along with some legal protections. by Brandon Block / November 28, 2023
Investigations Q&A: WA’s broadband director on the $1.2B expansion challenge ahead As Mark Vasconi prepares to retire, he outlines how the state can invest historic federal aid in connecting rural communities left out of past efforts. by Brandon Block / December 14, 2023