Politics WA state delays watchdog reports on prisons, concerning advocates Washington's prison oversight agency shelved half a dozen reports that were underway when its inaugural director departed last November. by Joseph O’Sullivan / August 11, 2022
Politics Trump's presence hovers over WA primary elections While he didn't appear on the ballot, the former president's influence is shaping the dynamics of the November general election. by Joseph O’Sullivan / August 9, 2022
Politics No red wave in sight after early returns in key legislative race First returns show state Sen. Emily Randall, D-Bremerton, holding onto her hotly contested seat. by Joseph O’Sullivan / August 2, 2022 / Updated at 10:10 p.m. on Aug. 2
Politics U.S. Rep. Kim Schrier holds large lead for WA's 8th Congressional District It's unclear whether the incumbent will face Matt Larkin or Reagan Dunn in the general election. by Joseph O’Sullivan / August 2, 2022
Politics Who will WA Secretary of State Steve Hobbs face in November? The first ballot drop shows an almost three-way tie for second place between Anderson, Hagglund, and Sen. Wagoner. by Joseph O’Sullivan / August 2, 2022
Politics Seattle voters have a slew of choices in Legislative races With three long-serving lawmakers retiring, candidates are vying for six open seats. Who will voters send to Olympia? by Joseph O’Sullivan / July 26, 2022
Politics Poll: Red wave not likely to wash up on WA shores Even with popularity for President Biden and Gov. Inslee declining, voters are favoring blue, according to a Crosscut/Elway poll. by Joseph O’Sullivan / July 19, 2022
Politics WA's 8th Congressional District could tip the scales in D.C. Three challengers – all Republicans – are raising the money needed to run a high-profile campaign against incumbent Democrat Kim Schrier. by Joseph O’Sullivan / July 15, 2022
Politics Election security a key issue in the WA secretary of state race Voters will decide whether to keep Kim Wyman's appointed replacement, Steve Hobbs — or choose from seven other primary candidates. by Joseph O’Sullivan / July 13, 2022
Inside Cascade PBS Our new state government reporter hopes to represent you — the reader With 14 years of political reporting under his belt, Joseph O'Sullivan plans to investigate the forces shaping WA government and hold the powerful accountable. by Joseph O’Sullivan / July 12, 2022