Politics As Afghanistan peace talks progress, WA continues to suffer losses in America’s longest war For 18 years Joint Base Lewis-McChord has played an essential role in a war that has been forgotten by many Americans. by Kevin Knodell / May 27, 2019
Politics How Trump’s wall could hurt WA’s wildfire readiness An upgrade to the fire department at the Yakima Training Center is on the list of military projects that might be put on hold due to the president’s emergency declaration. by Kevin Knodell / March 26, 2019
Politics Fear of a new nuclear arms race revives hotbed of anti-nuclear action Trump's plans for escalation kick off a new chapter in Washington's long history with nuclear proliferation and resistance. by Kevin Knodell / October 18, 2019
News Military families are getting sick from mold in their homes. Now they’re suing A recent Army report showed that some residents at Joint Base Lewis-McChord worried about facing reprisals if they raised concerns or complained. by Kevin Knodell / November 21, 2019
Michael McCafferty, 'the soul of SAM,' retires Michael McCafferty in straw suit created by Carl Smool. by Roger Downey / April 17, 2012
Crosscut Tout: Social business arrives on the big screen Ayesha, a social business woman featured in Bonsai People. by Berit Anderson / April 17, 2012
Crosscut's membership drive: a community-powered 'solutions engine' Berit Anderson by Berit Anderson / October 4, 2011
We never treated right the Sam Francis painting that got away The Sam Francis painting dominated its lobby setting before it was removed in June. by Roger Downey / July 25, 2010
Environment Will the last farmer to leave Puget Sound please wish us luck? A farm near Yakima, where irrigation is often critical (Washington State Department of Ecology) by Berit Anderson / January 31, 2012