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 8 things to do in Seattle this weekend A “post-apocalyptic Western with Nerf guns,” glass artist Preston Singletary, a few poetry readings and Tamale Guy. by Brangien Davis & Michael Upchurch & Nicole Capozziello / April 12, 2018
Culture Bainbridge author on writing, the working class and cultural appropriation In "Lawn Boy," author Jonathan Evison tells the story of a 22-year-old half-Mexican landscaper. by Michael Upchurch / April 10, 2018
Culture 8 things to do in Seattle this weekend Tap dancing, ancient ceramic sculptures and an edible book festival (yes, you read that right). by Michael Upchurch & Nicole Capozziello / April 5, 2018
Culture Less comedy, more drama: Lynn Shelton talks about her newest film Shelton discusses what triggered her change of tone in “Outside In,” filming in Granite Falls and what is next for her. by Michael Upchurch / April 4, 2018
Culture The Donald Byrd formula: Study modern slavery, discuss, then dance In its latest work, Spectrum Dance Theater unveils a choreographed meditation on modern day slavery. by Michael Upchurch / April 3, 2018