Environment PFAS in Washington’s well water could make you sick ‘Forever chemicals’ linked to ailments from high cholesterol to cancer are in our clearest aquifers — but steep costs pose cleanup challenges. by Andrew Engelson / February 14, 2024
News Puget Sound transit and riders navigate post-pandemic commutes With more people working in-office, local agencies try to make light-rail and bus services more consistent. But they face staff shortages and delays. by Andrew Engelson / March 22, 2024
Crosscut Tout: West Seattle Summer Fest More than two dozen local bands will swarm The Junction this weekend as part of the annual, three-day festival. Here's some help picking the must-see shows. by TravisHay / July 9, 2010
Rejuvenating one of Seattle's oldest theaters The Columbia City Theater as it stood in the 1950s. by TravisHay / June 24, 2010
Crosscut Tout: SAM leverages its new connection to grunge Sub Pop legend Mudhoney will headline a Seattle Art Museum fundraiser Friday (June 25) at the Olympic Sculpture Park. by TravisHay / June 24, 2010
Culture Black history is our history Ed Diaz flanked by granddaughter Hannah Diaz and Dr. Antonio Cuyler, Purchase College of SUNY. by Peggy Sturdivant / February 9, 2011
A well-known Seattle rapper turns 'superhero' after a relative's suicide Ryan Abeo, of the hip-hop duo Common Market, is performing at Bumbershoot under the name Victor Shade. by TravisHay / September 5, 2010
Crosscut Tout: Bumbershoot beyond the music The Flatstock art exhibit, Bumbershoot 2009 by TravisHay / September 3, 2010
Crosscut Tout: Bumbershoot's local standouts The Thermals performing at The Gorge. by TravisHay / September 3, 2010
Politics As the city grows alarmed at gang shootings, the Police cite soothing statistics Also, there's a new initiative and the SPD promises to work more closely with other departments. Please stop worrying. by Peggy Sturdivant / November 27, 2008