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 Female playwrights take center stage in Seattle Local productions include “Familiar” by Danai Gurira and Martyna Majok’s “Ironbound.” by Misha Berson / April 12, 2018
Culture ‘Merchant of Venice’: A bigoted play? Or a play about bigots? With anti-Semitsm on the rise, Seattle Shakespeare Company leans into a controversial classic with 'Merchant of Venice.' by Misha Berson / April 6, 2018
Culture Why we can't get enough of Jane Austen and Charlotte Brontë Plays, musicals and merchandise demonstrate the lasting popularity of Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice. by Misha Berson / December 4, 2018 / Updated Dec. 4 at 9:41 a.m.
Culture Cover story: a play explores the complicated decisions behind wearing a veil The PNW premiere of Veils looks at the decision two women face on whether or not to wear a hijab. by Misha Berson / November 27, 2018
Culture A tale of punk rock, addiction and recovery on stage in Seattle Book-It has adapted Tom Hansen's memoir, American Junkie. by Misha Berson / February 4, 2019 / Updated Aug. 25, 2023