Politics City Council changes the rules on employee background checks City Councilman Bruce Harrell, during an interview with Crosscut writers and editors by Tom James / June 10, 2013
Politics After the trauma of war, kids find a safe haven Rita Zawaideh set out to preserve Middle East culture, and wound up protecting its people. by Tom James / November 24, 2014
Ups and downs for Seahawks fans The Hawks held a 10-point lead. Then it all went wrong. by Tom James / February 1, 2015
Politics Under fire, legislator pulls retreat bill Rep. Sherry Appleton says any attempt to clarify Stand Your Ground law in Washington would have to begin with broader understanding about the reasons for a change. by Tom James / January 10, 2013
Politics 'Stand Your Ground' in Washington? Not under this bill Rep. Sherry Appleton by Tom James / January 3, 2013
Politics Primary sharpens fight to control Legislature The Washington State Capitol by Tom James / August 2, 2016
Politics The fight for the tough job running state schools Students and their leaders have a lot to figure out. by Tom James / July 31, 2016
Politics How wildfires pump millions into Washington's rural economy The Blue Creek wildfire near Walla Walla in 2015 by Tom James / March 22, 2016
Politics Legislators hope for express exit from Olympia Gov. Jay Inslee talking with reporters (2016) by Tom James / March 14, 2016