Culture Some modest proposals regarding bicycle riders in Seattle This writer has had about enough of their sense of entitlement, their arrogance, their carelessness, and their attire. by Greg Palmer / May 1, 2007
Equity From the culture-war crossfire, Ibram X. Kendi sees history repeat The author and Crosscut Ideas Festival speaker says backlash to America’s ‘awokening’ is the latest iteration of past generations’ talking points. by Martina Pansze / May 9, 2023
Culture Seattle singers survive ‘Sweeney Todd’ through razor-sharp vocals Sondheim is known for packing lyrics into tricky tempos. Local leads at The 5th Avenue Theatre say the key is finding a moment to breathe. by Misha Berson / April 19, 2023
Culture The Seattle Kraken made the Stanley Cup playoffs. Here’s what to know New to hockey? As the puck drops on the NHL postseason, we break down the basics — from series rules to lucky beards. by Martina Pansze / April 17, 2023
Culture Six spring theater shows in Seattle, from Hairspray to Wolf Play Adoption, integration and turmoil among a Shaker sect are some of the complicated topics taking center stage this season. by Misha Berson / March 23, 2023
Culture At Seattle Opera, ‘A Thousand Splendid Suns’ burns brightly Directed by Roya Sadat, the world premiere tells a story of women’s resilience, love and friendship amid dire social circumstances in Afghanistan. by Misha Berson / March 1, 2023
Culture 7 theater events to ensure a play-full Seattle summer From a Vietnamese American teenager to Henry VIII’s ex-wives, local stages are presenting an array of voices this season. by Misha Berson / June 7, 2023
Politics The mayor's electric train CLICK TO ENLARGE (City of Seattle) by Greg Palmer / October 29, 2007
Politics This week's rhymes for the times Putting on the Doggerel: A few thoughts on Proposition 1, or would it have been so hard to add a new basketball arena? by Greg Palmer / October 11, 2007
Politics Rhymes for the times Putting on the Doggerel: This week our romantic news poet offers a sonnet. by Greg Palmer / October 4, 2007