News WA inmates say they're retaliated against for getting COVID-19 People in work release programs say getting sick can get you thrown back into prison, where there’s still no plan for containment. by Lilly Fowler / December 9, 2020 / Updated at 10 a.m. on Dec. 15
News New details of a death at Tacoma ICE facility raise questions over care Documents provided to Crosscut show a federal agency where officials do not follow their own policies. by Lilly Fowler / December 3, 2020 / Updated 1:30 p.m. Dec. 3
News Are Washington travel restrictions working? Ask this Florida man A family reluctantly changes its plans to fly from around the U.S. to Washington state because they didn’t want to get stuck behind a travel ban. by Lilly Fowler / November 26, 2020
News Creativity is on the table for Thanksgiving in the Northwest Pandemic holidays force families to eat outdoors, deliver food and find new ways to celebrate. by Lilly Fowler / November 25, 2020
Equity A Skagit Valley attack brings WA hate crime laws into question As a group of lawmakers and advocates work on a new hate crime law, a community debates whether one attack should qualify as a hate crime. by Lilly Fowler / November 13, 2020
Politics BLM protests largely supported by Seattle and King County voters, poll says Voters supportive of the Black Lives Matter movement say protesters aren't to blame for any violence during demonstrations. by Lilly Fowler / October 8, 2020
News PNW wildfire smoke has outdoor workers worried — and sick Health experts warn effects of smoky skies could linger for months and even make some people more susceptible to the coronavirus. by Lilly Fowler / September 17, 2020
News Domestic abuse survivors worry as WA detains more inmates at home The coronavirus pandemic has led to more prisoners being released to home detention. Advocates worry for victims of serious crimes who could be left exposed. by Lilly Fowler / August 31, 2020
News Will King County public transit survive COVID-19? Fewer riders and lower fare collection are just part of the financial challenge for transportation during the pandemic. by Lilly Fowler / August 24, 2020 / Updated 1:58 p.m. Aug. 24
News Black Seattleites react to police chief’s resignation with rage, hope The sudden exit of Seattle’s first Black female chief exposes complex generational and racial divides. by David Kroman & Lilly Fowler / August 12, 2020