Environment PNW landfills reached ‘explosive’ methane emission levels in 2022 Washington and Oregon sites had leakages 20 times more concentrated than the Clean Air Act limit standards. by Joseph Winters Grist / November 3, 2023
News Amazon reported a 12% decrease in single-use plastics for 2022 Responding to pressure from advocacy groups and investors, the mega-retailer reduced its footprint through paper packaging and eliminating mailers. by Joseph Winters Grist / July 28, 2023
Culture Raising a glass to a beloved Ballard dive bar The People's Pub in Ballard closes its doors on Saturday after 17 years in business. (Photos by Matt M. McKnight/Crosscut) by Katy Sewall / August 10, 2017
Culture Church groups push for action on feds' Seattle police report Seattle and Portland police have been more aggressive than many departments in addressing juvenile prostitution cases. by Stacey Solie / January 24, 2012
Judge to Magnuson Park developer: Back off the First Amendment Magnuson Park's Building 11, housing artist lofts and Sail Sand Point, as seen from the north. by Stacey Solie / September 17, 2012
Politics What makes a great public space? More blue trees at Westlake by jaywalljasper / September 2, 2012
Culture From rural Vietnam to the Washington state ballot box My Tam Nguyen's naturalization ceremony. by Stacey Solie / November 5, 2012
Equity It's time the Internet cracked down on 'creepy uncles' Amanda Todd, a B.C.-area teenager, committed suicide after being plagued by Internet bullying. by Stacey Solie / October 22, 2012
Politics Obama's speech captures what we have in common President Obama has appointed new military, CIA leadership. by jaywalljasper / January 22, 2011
Equity Fixing a neglected brain How to stimulate rejuvenation in the adult brain is one of the key questions facing neuroscientists. by Stacey Solie / December 3, 2014