Environment Inside the tumultuous debate behind Seattle’s tree ordinance The debate over more density or more tree canopy got personal as developers clashed with the city’s Urban Forestry Commission. by Eric Scigliano / September 1, 2023 / Updated at 9:40 a.m. on Sept. 3
Environment How politics have stalled tsunami prep efforts on the WA coast It’s not a matter of if but when the tsunami comes. Whether Washington is prepared depends a lot on the will of voters. by Eric Scigliano / May 26, 2022 / Updated at 3:30 p.m. on Sept. 16
News WA is reopening but many essential workers aren’t vaccinated yet How the state chose who to inoculate first raises questions about equity — especially for restaurant, grocery and transit workers. by Nate Sanford / March 16, 2021
News Washington ax-throwing venues want to be able to serve alcohol While ax-throwing bars are showing up in urban areas across the country, they’re not permitted to serve alcohol everywhere. by Nate Sanford / February 4, 2021
Opinion Boeing will fix this problem — but can the company fix itself? The old Boeing used to be innovative and play the long game. by T.M. Sell / March 15, 2019
Opinion Signs of turbulence at Boeing existed long before the 737 Max tragedies If the company is serious about reclaiming its position as the world’s leading jetbuilder, it needs to change its approach. by T.M. Sell / November 13, 2019
Politics Mushrooms, meetups and mainstreaming the movement to decriminalize drugs Once at the vanguard of drug liberalization, Washington has fallen behind as others have legalized some psychedelics. Now one group of activists wants to catch up, and then some. by Eric Scigliano / November 25, 2019
Politics What's next for Seattle's 'most dangerous street'? Cars drive along Rainier Avenue South in Columbia City, where the Seattle Department of Transportation is considering changes to the street. by Eric Scigliano / October 1, 2017
Politics Seattle City Council Position 8 race is more competitive than expected While incumbent Teresa Mosqueda went into her reelection bid with little known competition, the primary results changed the race. by Nate Sanford / September 22, 2021
News King County’s rise in gun violence doesn’t have an easy explanation As gun deaths rise, Seattle-area leaders hope peer pressure can break cycles of violence. by Nate Sanford / September 1, 2021