Politics After the mayoral debate, an early prediction There were no knockouts in the first debate, but Mike McGinn has shown an ability to improve his game immensely. by Matt A. Fikse / September 11, 2009
Politics Amsterdam sends a gay-marriage message to America Half a million line the Amsterdam canals for the gay-wedding celebration by Matt A. Fikse / August 2, 2009
Politics The Mayor's race: not making it easy for us undecideds Greg Nickels and Jan Drago, lookalike political allies by Matt A. Fikse / July 22, 2009
Politics Another slow day at election central Maddeningly, Wednesday's mayoral results mean exactly nothing. by Matt A. Fikse / November 4, 2009
Politics I hereby declare I am not running for mayor Mayor Nickels bolted together a powerful political and financial coalition. by Matt A. Fikse / June 2, 2009
News WA’s new drug law could help needle exchanges — or restrict them The possession bill passed this year includes $63M for treatment centers. But it also gives local governments the power to regulate them. by Andrew Engelson / November 2, 2023 / Updated at 5 p.m. on Nov. 7
Politics Council on arena: Pass the sweeteners, please Chris Hansen, left, with Mayor Mike McGinn during a press event. by Matt A. Fikse / July 31, 2012
Politics What would a euro breakup mean for the Pacific Northwest? The European flag flies outside the European Commission offices. by Matt A. Fikse / December 8, 2011
Politics Plastic bag backers may bypass Seattle to seek legislature's help Seattle City Councilmembers take on the plastic bag industry. by Matt A. Fikse / November 28, 2011