Investigations WA intercepts millions in child support for low-income families In 2022, the state took over $40 million meant for impoverished children. A bipartisan bill could redirect a portion of future payments to families. by Brandon Block / January 25, 2024
Investigations WA health officials throw away millions of pandemic supplies Masks, gowns, gloves and more: States are culling their expired stockpiles, but medical experts say the waste shows a system unprepared for disasters. by Brandon Block / February 23, 2024
Investigations WA spent $500M to help small, minority businesses. Did it work? A Crosscut analysis of Working Washington grants found mixed results on equity initiatives and millions for large chains or franchises. by Brandon Block / October 18, 2023 / Updated at 6 p.m. on Oct. 23, 2023
Investigations Why have Washington eviction cases doubled in the past six months? Billions in federal pandemic aid masked dysfunction in the rental market. But that money is gone — along with some legal protections. by Brandon Block / November 28, 2023
Investigations Q&A: WA’s broadband director on the $1.2B expansion challenge ahead As Mark Vasconi prepares to retire, he outlines how the state can invest historic federal aid in connecting rural communities left out of past efforts. by Brandon Block / December 14, 2023
Culture 6 ways to help immigrants and the entire state Supporters of immigration reform rallied in Seattle on Nov. 8. by Pramila Jayapal / January 13, 2013
Equity Why Washington can't wait for immigrant integration An August Dream Act rally in Washington state. by Pramila Jayapal / January 6, 2013
Equity Undocumented reform: What D.C.'s new immigration mojo means for Washington State Section of the 652-mile wall along the U.S.- Mexico border by Pramila Jayapal / February 3, 2013
Equity Immigration reform: It's not just for men anymore Women are speaking out to shape immigration reform. by Pramila Jayapal / April 9, 2013