News Nope. Still not in Phase 2: What you need to know about Phase 1.5 Some counties have salons and restaurants opening, while others are still waiting. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / May 29, 2020 / Updated: June 5 at 1:30 p.m.
News How to follow King County’s new face mask order Seattle and King County are strongly encouraging people to wear masks in grocery stores and other public spaces to help stop COVID-19 transmission. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / May 11, 2020
Politics Poll: Most WA voters wary of reopening economy too soon A new Crosscut/Elway Poll finds 76% of voters believe the pandemic restrictions are working, and 61% are concerned about lifting them too soon. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 24, 2020
Politics Washington’s successful vote-by-mail system wasn’t built overnight Many states are looking for guidance on conducting their own 2020 elections by mail, but Washington state officials warn it won’t be easy. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 15, 2020
News Racial disparities not apparent — yet — in WA coronavirus deaths Preliminary data shows deaths reflect state demographics, but experts say it may be too early to tell. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 13, 2020
Inside Crosscut Last week's redistricting drama is exactly why journalists are vital Part of the job of news organizations like Crosscut is to make sure government is doing its work in a transparent, honorable and law-abiding way by Donna Gordon Blankinship / November 23, 2021
Inside Crosscut What our poll can teach us after election outcomes When we published our September poll, some said it couldn't possibly be accurate. Turns out, it was pretty close. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / November 9, 2021 / Updated at 7:45 a.m. on Nov. 9
Politics All adults in Washington will be eligible for vaccine on April 15 On the day 2 million more Washingtonians became eligible for the COVID vaccine, Gov. Jay Inslee announced every adult will be able to get in line for a shot well ahead of President Biden’s May 1... by Donna Gordon Blankinship / March 31, 2021 / Updated at 4:30 p.m. on March 31
News Gov. Inslee to add 2 million people to Washington vaccine rollout Among those who can get a vaccine starting March 31 are restaurant and construction workers, and anyone above age 60. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / March 18, 2021
News Gov. Inslee tells WA school districts to reopen classrooms School districts now have April deadlines for offering a mix of in-person and remote learning for every student in grades K-12. by Donna Gordon Blankinship & Melissa Santos / March 12, 2021 / Updated Friday, March 12 at 3:05 p.m.