Politics An elegy for straight-shooting Charlie Chong Charlie Chong, 1926-2007. by Kent Kammerer / April 29, 2007
Culture When we push out the down-and-out, what kind of city are we? The RVs show up in neighborhoods, park for a few days, and then move on by Kent Kammerer / August 15, 2007
News Bellevue student raises awareness of teen dating violence After a Newport High student reported she was abused by a classmate, she said the school didn't take her seriously, so she took to social media. by Venice Buhain / December 16, 2021
Politics Sawant pulls ahead in Seattle recall election as vote tally nears end About 49.7% of voters in Seattle City Council District 3 approved the recall, with 50.3% voting to retain Sawant. by Venice Buhain / December 9, 2021 / Updated at 4:01 p.m. Friday, Dec. 10.
Politics Recall Sawant effort holds razor thin lead to oust city council member About 1,200 ballots are yet to be counted, officials say. by Venice Buhain / December 7, 2021 / Updated at 1:30 p.m. on Dec. 9
News WA kids 5 to 11 are getting vaccinated faster than the national average It's unclear how long the high demand will last. National polls suggest that not all parents will rush to get their child vaccinated. by Venice Buhain / December 1, 2021
News How will Seattle Public Schools pay for the new teacher contract? The district faces a shortfall that nears $200M over three years if it doesn't find a new source of money. by Venice Buhain / September 29, 2022
News WA schools ask for more time to spend $2.6B in COVID relief Programs to address students’ social-emotional needs rely on continued access to the funds, superintendents say. by Brandon Block & Venice Buhain / September 27, 2022
News WA students can now take excused mental health days With reports of increased levels of stress and anxiety among Washington youth, schools are treating mental health absences similarly to sick days. by Venice Buhain / September 16, 2022
News Bellevue parents say consolidating schools is an equity issue Citing shrinking enrollment, the school district may close some elementaries — raising questions about who will bear the brunt of potential cuts. by Venice Buhain / February 2, 2023