News Homeless and sick: One Seattle man's path shows the slow pace of progress Since Crosscut wrote about Seattle's aging homeless populations and shelters overwhelmed by an increase in medical issues, Hughes Daniels' story is one of hope. by David Kroman / December 26, 2019
News Some Seattle families are just one sick child away from homelessness Outreach workers say the increasing costs of both housing and health care are forcing more families out of their homes. by David Kroman / December 19, 2019
Politics Regional approach to homelessness may require Seattle to give up some control The Seattle City Council may pass the new agreement Thursday with an ordinance setting ‘expectations’ going forward. by David Kroman / December 12, 2019 / Updated Dec. 12 at 12:35 pm
Politics The story behind Amazon’s failed $1 million bid to swing Seattle’s election The tech giant had its eyes on winning all seven races. Instead, it won just two. by David Kroman / December 10, 2019
Equity Landlords with lawyers, tenants without: How some WA renters are signing away their rights The state Legislature recently passed new regulations to protect against eviction, but many don't know their rights. by David Kroman / December 5, 2019
Politics After car-tab cuts, a new bus driver worries for his future If Initiative 976 survives the courts, it will mean cuts to bus hours and, possibly, staff. by David Kroman / November 22, 2019
Politics Seattle City Council moves forward with 2020 budget while largely ignoring cloud of I-976 The pre-arrest Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion program was the big winner as the council deliberated its $6.5 billion spending package. by David Kroman / November 19, 2019
Politics Why a new head tax might not be the first move for Seattle's incoming city council Despite what some call a progressive 'mandate,' Councilmember Lisa Herbold said sending the tax to voters may be a better path. by David Kroman / November 19, 2019
News WA Supreme Court approves Seattle law requiring landlords to accept first qualified applicant The unanimous ruling has broader implications for future property cases. by David Kroman / November 14, 2019 / Updated Nov. 14 at 3:20 pm
News Seattle PACs spent $4 million on the election. Who got paid? The committees spent heavily with out-of-state companies, flooding the city with mailers and canvassers. by David Kroman / November 14, 2019