Politics Ethics rules for Seattle Council could change under new proposal If passed, Councilmembers would have to disclose conflicts of interest, but would no longer have to recuse themselves from voting. by Josh Cohen / May 12, 2025
News WA budget cuts hit legal orgs helping clear voided drug convictions Three groups lean on state support to help people expunge charges nullified by a recent WA Supreme Court ruling. That funding could become obsolete. by Moe K. Clark InvestigateWest / May 12, 2025
Politics The four candidates running for Seattle’s District 2 Council seat A mayoral policy advisor, an assistant city attorney, a city union steward and a food security advocate are all vying to finish Tammy Morales' term. by Josh Cohen / May 12, 2025
News The Newsfeed: WA lawmakers end legislative session with $78B budget One of the big priorities this session was closing the state’s anticipated $15B budget shortfall, which lawmakers did via cuts and new taxes. by Paris Jackson / May 9, 2025
Culture Support for this article is provided by Alaska Airlines. The Nosh: Cooking up kindness with Seattle bakers and chefs Rachel Belle meets the founders of Seattle’s Little Free Bakery, then drops by the Ballard Food Bank’s free cooking class. by Rachel Belle / May 9, 2025
Culture ArtSEA: NEA tells Northwest arts orgs their funding is ‘terminated’ Plus, the Seattle writers who earned Pulitzer Prize honors, book-themed weekend events and a significant loss to the poetry scene. by Brangien Davis / May 8, 2025
News REI Co-op members reject company board picks after union campaign The outdoor retailer drew criticism for blocking union-backed candidates from the ballot and for its initial support of a Trump appointee. by Nate Sanford / May 8, 2025
Politics ‘Vastly more walkable’: Seattle’s Pike Place Market tests car ban After decades of debate, local leaders hope revitalized public spaces and a restriction on non-essential vehicles will make the Market more connected. by Nate Sanford / May 8, 2025
Culture Your Last Meal | Singer Sharon Van Etten was almost a sommelier The indie rocker had to choose between music or wine. Plus, Open That Bottle Night is when you should finally pop the cork on that special vintage. by Rachel Belle / May 8, 2025
Culture Try pastries from all across Africa in Pike Place Market Rachel Belle shares her favorite from Lands of Origin, plus Pacific Northwest meets Vietnam at Little Saigon’s Hello Em. by Rachel Belle / May 7, 2025