Investigations Auditors flag half of Washington counties over COVID-19 aid Findings of fraud or misuse remained rare despite short deadlines set for local governments to spend billions in emergency relief. by Jacob Jones / March 23, 2023
Investigations WA auditors flag $1.2B in federal aid over incomplete records State agencies said most dollars are accounted for, but unclear guidance on pandemic relief made complying with reporting rules difficult. by Jacob Jones / July 11, 2023
Investigations A review of 2023’s WA worker safety, COVID relief investigations Crosscut published more than 40 stories on job safety, housing instability, police and business aid. Read our top and most impactful reporting. by Jacob Jones / December 18, 2023
Culture Art Seen: The choreography of climbing The route setters from the climbing gym Seattle Bouldering Project reflect on their inspiration for creating challenging climbing movements indoors. by Aileen Imperial & Matt M. McKnight & Lindsay McLean / February 7, 2020
Growth Meditating on memory, with the Viaduct and a toy camera A Crosscut photographer finds inspiration in his young daughter's approach to the art form. by Matt M. McKnight / February 3, 2020
Politics Iranian in America: Immigrants share their hopes, fears and frustrations In the wake of a geopolitical crisis, 10 Seattleites talk about turmoil here and abroad. by Matt M. McKnight / January 20, 2020
News Crosscut’s 2019 in photos Our photojournalists reflect on the photos that resonated with them this year. by Dorothy Edwards & Matt M. McKnight / December 23, 2019
Politics Washington schools don't have to teach sex education. That could soon change Advocates hope legislation requiring comprehensive K-12 sexual health education will be successful in 2020. by Liz Brazile / December 13, 2019 / Updated December 17, 2019 at 12:44 p.m.
Equity ‘It's like glorified day care’: Washington parents demand rigor in special education for young adults Preparing for adult life is critical for all high school students. But those with disabilities face a greater risk of missing postsecondary opportunities. by Liz Brazile / November 25, 2019
Equity Washington schools can’t keep up with a growing need for special education teachers The number of students with disabilities living in Washington state is growing. But the number of special ed teachers has remained stagnant. by Liz Brazile / November 8, 2019