Opinion A law Lorena González devised now benefits her Seattle mayoral campaign Something’s not right about a situation where out-of-state unions can influence local elections, but Seattle-based Amazon can't. by Joni Balter / September 22, 2021
Opinion Why 2021 might be the year of backlash in Seattle city elections Grumpy, agitated, or embarrassed voters do not favor the status quo. They vote for change. by Joni Balter / June 11, 2021
Opinion How Compassion Seattle could shape the mayoral race The authors of the homelessness initiative have pulled a page from the Tim Eyman playbook, using a hot-button issue that could drive turnout and force candidates to take a stand. by Joni Balter / May 24, 2021
Opinion In Seattle mayoral race, top contenders must make a case for change Both Lorena González and Bruce Harrell come with City Hall baggage. by Joni Balter / July 27, 2021
Culture Urban farming gains foothold in Seattle Becky Warner makes a sale in Wallingford for the company City Grown Seattle, a multi-plot urban farm growing vegetables for market. by HallieGolden / August 19, 2012
A company of minors makes award-winning professional theater Callie Harlow and Joey McManus in rehearsal for "The Wrestling Season." by HallieGolden / March 30, 2014
Tech Capitol Hill's IoHouse gives Seattle hackers a place to call home Seattle's first official hacker house, where the women are nerdy, the men have an eye for design and all the kids are above average. by HallieGolden / March 16, 2014
Politics New Washington Poll: The winners, the losers and a few close calls by Joni Balter / October 27, 2016
Opinion Amid election nastiness, a rare moment of civility Sen. Patty Murray, left, and her Republican challenger Chris Vance. by Joni Balter / October 24, 2016