News An assault survivor found solace with a King County advocacy group But now the victims’ services organization and others like it are facing federal funding cuts that could hamper their ability to help people like him. by Jadenne Radoc Cabahug / January 7, 2025 / Updated: January 7, 2025
News Federal cuts threaten Washington crime victims’ advocacy programs Agencies are hoping Olympia can provide stable funding for the 52,000 state residents who receive resources such as legal aid and crisis intervention. by Megan Burbank / January 7, 2025 / Updated: 440 p.m. January 8, 2025
News WA immigration advocates prepare for new legal challenges to DACA Ahead of a second Trump administration, activists say they plan to ramp up workshops and other resources for the state’s roughly 13,530 “Dreamers.” by Monica Carrillo-Casas The Spokesman-Review / January 1, 2025
Inside Cascade PBS Impact Report | Politics, podcasts & original productions in 2024 A look back at a year of transitions, including new video series, impactful investigations, statewide coverage and a new name. by Madeline Happold & Sophie Grossman & Nimra Ahmad / December 30, 2024
News Six WA cities pass anti-homeless laws after Grants Pass decision The U.S. Supreme Court ruling this June opened the door to criminalizing homelessness, and cities have threatened fines and jail time in response. by Josh Cohen / December 30, 2024
News Remembering President Jimmy Carter’s connection to this Washington The 39th president, who died Sunday, visited Washington both before and after he lived in the White House. by Josh Cohen / December 29, 2024
News WA cities expanded renter protections as state efforts stalled After a statewide tenants’ bill failed in the Legislature, cities from Olympia to Spokane extended notice periods and implemented relocation assistance. by Nate Sanford / December 27, 2024
News Mayor Harrell picks Wisconsin chief Shon Barnes to lead Seattle PD The Madison chief says his goal in Washington’s largest city will be to work on community/police relations. by Josh Cohen / December 20, 2024 / Updated: Dec. 20, 2:05 p.m.
Politics WA lawmakers fight to keep public records hidden — on your dime How much has the Legislature paid private attorneys to defend against lawsuits over its use of “legislative privilege”? by Shauna Sowersby / December 20, 2024
Investigations Impact 2024: A year investigating labor safety, housing insecurity Cascade PBS’s reporting drew Congressional attention, informed new policy discussions and sparked the resignation of one Seattle director. by Jacob Jones / December 19, 2024