Investigations Washington UTC chair who used racial slur asked to resign An investigation found two commissioners allegedly used derogatory language, disregarded harassment complaints and failed to advance equity policies. by Brandon Block / March 15, 2024
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
Politics Watch: Seattle City Council District 5 debate Former judge Cathy Moore and social equity consultant ChrisTiana ObeySumner faced off on Oct. 17 at North Seattle College. by Madeline Happold / October 17, 2023
Politics Watch: Seattle City Council District 1 debate Climate activist Maren Costa and Meta attorney Rob Saka discussed public safety, housing and affordability in West Seattle on Tuesday, Oct. 3. by Madeline Happold / October 3, 2023 / Updated: Oct. 3 8:04 p.m.
Politics Watch: Seattle City Council District 3 debate Activist Joy Hollingsworth and former nonprofit director Alex Hudson faced off at Seattle Central College. by Madeline Happold / October 10, 2023
Politics Watch: Seattle City Council District 4 debate Tech consultant Ron Davis and civil servant Maritza Rivera faced off on Oct. 12 at the UW Husky Union Building. by Madeline Happold / October 12, 2023
Politics Recap: 5 key takeaways from the 9th Congressional District debate Democratic incumbent Rep. Adam Smith faced off against Republican challenger Doug Basler to discuss climate, crime and government spending. Watch the recording here. by Brandon Block / October 25, 2022
Politics Washington candidates spin contrasting economic narratives Is runaway spending driving inflation? Or did a strong state response rescue the economy from COVID collapse? by Brandon Block / October 11, 2022
Politics All former WA prisoners can now vote. So far, few have Of the 24,000 residents with felony records now able to vote, just 414 did so last fall. Advocates hope to increase registration and voter education. by Brandon Block / February 13, 2023
Investigations $1.1M in COVID relief steered to Auburn horse racing track State lawmakers earmarked some of Washington’s last pandemic funds to support Emerald Downs, bolstering the racing industry and drawing criticism. by Brandon Block / August 25, 2023