News Washington is failing to aid child sex-trafficking victims A 2020 law mandated the support of two new ‘Safe Harbor’ centers where kids could get treatment — but the state hasn’t made this happen. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / October 2, 2023
News Tahoma superintendent resigns after child sex-abuse investigation Two board members have also stepped down after it was revealed the school district didn’t discipline an accused predator. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / September 25, 2023
News Parents outraged Tahoma School District failed to stop accused predator The district admitted it was negligent in employing paraeducator Bryan Neyers for nearly five years after being told of his behavior. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / August 29, 2023
Equity Low-income domestic violence survivors still lack support in WA While the state has expanded its full protection-order policies, advocates say funding for housing, shelters and legal services is still needed. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / July 4, 2023
News Housing restrictions are leaving more PNW sex offenders homeless Laws in Oregon and Washington can be counterproductive to public safety by keeping registrants on the streets, where they are more likely to reoffend. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / May 25, 2023
Politics Seattle Mayor Games: With ballots out, how do the war chests stack up? The ballots are arriving in mail boxes. See what the candidates have to spend in their efforts to reach you. by wendy-wahman / July 19, 2013
Politics Seattle Mayor Games, 2013: The Contenders A guide to the the city's mayoral hopefuls - at a glance. by wendy-wahman / June 20, 2013
Politics Seattle Mayor Games: The changing war chest With the Aug. 6 primary less than two months away, the ins and the outs of campaign bank accounts are becoming more important. by wendy-wahman / June 12, 2013
Politics The Bow Tie: Charlie Staadecker Arts lover, hospitality pro, natty Mount Baker boy who believes in Seattle by wendy-wahman / June 9, 2013
Politics The Pol: Ed Murray State senator, gay rights advocate, Alki homey, hiker . . . by wendy-wahman / June 2, 2013