Environment A researcher's crusade against fossil fuels began in the segregated South Science camp in the Ozarks started Sightline Institute's Tarika Powell on a life-long journey to help Northwest communities push back against Big Oil. by Manola Secaira / February 27, 2019
Environment Seattle's queer community finds refuge in nature Forest therapy offers a meditative alternative to traditionally loud queer spaces like bars and clubs. by Manola Secaira / April 4, 2019
Politics Immigrant coalition fights to save SeaTac businesses Redevelopment plans for a city-owned property might displace Somali businesses at the SeaTac Center. by Manola Secaira / September 26, 2018 / Updated at 12:30 p.m. on Sept. 26
Politics Supporting homeless individuals: How much do we spend? The homelessness crisis is proving immensely expensive to solve. But, a reader asks, what's the price tag on the alternative? by Manola Secaira / August 31, 2018
Culture On Capitol Hill, a new showcase for Mexican art The former Harvard Exit movie house is now home to the Mexican Consulate. by Manola Secaira / August 24, 2018
Politics Sea-Tac, activists team up on rights of transgender travelers Port of Seattle leaders asked if there was anything besides bathroom signs that posed a problem. The answer: TSA. by Manola Secaira / July 16, 2018
Inside Crosscut How Indigenous efforts to reclaim land tell the story of the PNW For Native communities, the reclamation of land goes hand in hand with the reclamation of identity. by Manola Secaira / April 27, 2021
A Wenatchi designer's plan to buy back Native lands Mary Big Bull-Lewis sees the way forward for Native people in Washington: ownership of the land and the stories attached to it. by Manola Secaira / April 25, 2021
Equity Reimagining Washington’s school year during coronavirus After a tumultuous spring, educators are adapting to a shifting learning landscape. by Manola Secaira / July 20, 2020
News This court case could weaken WA’s Indian Child Welfare Act The law protects Native children from being taken from their homes without tribal involvement. The case before the state Supreme Court could tighten those rules. by Manola Secaira / July 6, 2020