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
Tech Why Seattle needs drones Mike McGinn addressing a Town Hall meeting at Nathan Hale High School in 2011 by Brett Horvath / February 11, 2013
Culture The future of trails in Washington - and beyond Seattle trails coordinator Chukundi Salisbury calls trails "transportation gateways." by Kate Harloe / October 26, 2014
Politics The EPA, Obama & the military usher in a new climate politics An airforce pararescueman searches for survivors in the flooded streets of New Orleans. by Brett Horvath / May 31, 2014
Equity Busting myths about youth homelessness An expert panel dispels some of the most common misconceptions about street kids. by Kate Harloe / May 7, 2014
Politics Lake Washington schools: Big decisions for a big district The current Juanita High School by Kate Harloe / April 20, 2014