Culture Black Arts Legacies: Lamentation and revelation in Porter Ray's hip hop The Seattle rapper keeps memories of the Central District alive with vivid lyrics and a jazz sensibility. by Kemi Adeyemi / 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
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Barbara Earl Thomas cuts her own path The longtime Seattle artist creates presence through absence with meticulous skill and a communal approach to her work. by Kemi Adeyemi / July 21, 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
Culture Black Arts Legacies: Architecture reflecting Black culture One of the few Black women in her field, Seattle architect Laurie Allison Wilson is working to build projects that honor the diversity of Black life in the city. by Kemi Adeyemi / July 14, 2022