Culture That which we call a SLUT by any other name would be a big mistake Time to stop the teeth-gnashing at City Hall. SLUT is here to stay. Without an ounce of forethought, Seattle has stumbled onto one of the hallmarks of a proper big city: a memorable mass-transit name... by Eugene Carlson / October 29, 2007
Opinion I managed public emergencies for years. Trump is unfit to lead on COVID-19. From spreading misinformation to doubting experts, the President's actions put Americans at risk. by Eric Holdeman / March 11, 2020
Opinion What London and Stockholm can teach Seattle about congestion pricing The Emerald City wants to implement a transportation solution that is equitable. Without viable alternatives to driving, that might be impossible. by Chuck Wolfe / June 21, 2019
Politics Washington dawdles as megaquake looms A brick building damaged in the 2011 Christchurch earthquake. by Eric Holdeman / January 2, 2017
Opinion A view of Seattle from the outside looking in Amazon, homelessness, progressive politics: What really defines this city? by Chuck Wolfe / August 6, 2018
Opinion Olympia's indifference to earthquake prep could kill us all Washington state government’s financial contribution reflects the priority officials place on seismic public safety, which is zero, nada, nothing. by Eric Holdeman / January 30, 2018
Musical genius verges on maniacal in new Eastside play Salieri (Gerald Browning) seeks to destroy rival composer Mozart (Brandon Ryan). by katherineluck / April 9, 2012
Tech Cities ought to embrace street life, including sandwich boards If signs on the sidewalk help businesses and don't create any danger, what is the need for the city to worry? by Chuck Wolfe / March 25, 2012
Hold the romance: A play about women turns on a friendship Katie Driscoll (center) with Teri Lazzara (left) and Michelle Chiachiere (right) in Lark Eden. by katherineluck / March 22, 2012
New musical upends the traditional marriage plot Kat Ramsburg as sister of the bride, Jenny, and Josh Carter as the bride's ex, Marty. by katherineluck / March 20, 2012