Culture Seattle to host its first literary festival in 18 years This weekend, Town Hall’s new celebration of writers aims to fortify the spirits of our City of Literature. by Paul Constant / September 14, 2022
Politics PNW voter education efforts aim to combat election fraud claims New campaigns in Washington and other states hope to shore up public trust ahead of the November midterms. by Kaylee Tornay InvestigateWest / October 12, 2022
Politics Washington and Oregon may regulate the wild West of crypto mining Environmental policies would affect bitcoin operations in the Northwest, which have seen a swell of interest driven by cheap hydropower. by Kaylee Tornay InvestigateWest / January 31, 2023
Equity Study reveals internet access inequities in Seattle and Portland CenturyLink offers some poorer neighborhoods with more residents of color slower internet for higher prices, an analysis found. by Kaylee Tornay InvestigateWest / January 4, 2023
News PNW schools scramble to find staff before the start of classes Districts report worker shortages from bus drivers to special education teachers. They're hiring less experienced candidates to fill the gaps. by Kaylee Tornay InvestigateWest / August 29, 2022
News WA foster parents say the state still hasn’t fixed its investigative system The state has been aware for years that fears of retaliation and frustration around investigations have driven away some otherwise willing foster parents. by Kaylee Tornay InvestigateWest / August 10, 2023
Culture Seattle’s Short Run comics and arts festival is in it for the long run Forced to cancel the 10th annual edition of the beloved small press event, organizers have three books and a new space in the works. by Paul Constant / May 17, 2021
Inside Crosscut What we’re doing to improve trust in our journalism in 2020 We’re opening up our reporting process to our readers as part of a larger effort to be more transparent and inclusive. by Anne Christnovich / July 7, 2020
Inside Crosscut Election 2020: What mattered most to you? Election cycles showcase pundits and politicos, but we want to hear your experiences, too. by Anne Christnovich / November 10, 2020
News Putting the massive West Coast wildfires into context Read and see the history, shared perspectives and experiences of people facing these natural disasters on the front lines. by Anne Christnovich / September 11, 2020