News Poll: Inslee ‘way ahead’ of Culp, Eyman for Washington governor Inslee has tepid approval ratings, but Republican candidates are nowhere near him in the latest Crosscut/Elway Poll. by Melissa Santos / July 23, 2020
Politics Black women could triple their numbers in Washington Legislature A Black person hasn't served in the state Senate for a decade. That could change with this year's election. by Melissa Santos / July 17, 2020
Politics Chokeholds, tear gas, police reform top agenda for WA Legislature Recent protests against police brutality could spur new rules — and new ways to hold officers accountable. by Melissa Santos / July 3, 2020
Politics Washington considers online signatures for 2020 initiatives Other states are allowing electronic signatures to count on election petitions during the pandemic. Should Washington do the same? by Melissa Santos / July 1, 2020 / 10:25 p.m. July 1
Politics 2 Democratic groups pledge to address racism in WA politics After political consultants of color demanded change earlier this month, the chair of the Washington State Democrats says, ‘They were right to call us out on it, and we’ve got to fix it.’ by Melissa Santos / June 26, 2020
Politics ‘Everything is on the table’ as WA stares down a $9B shortfall Tax increases and budget cuts for Washington could be on the horizon during a legislative special session. by Melissa Santos / June 17, 2020
Politics Black consultants accuse WA Democratic groups of racism Consultants of color say they’re systematically left off ‘the list’ of who gets hired for campaigns. They have ideas to fix that. by Melissa Santos / June 12, 2020 / Updated 4 p.m. June 12
Politics WA’s coming budget cuts could dwarf those of the Great Recession A $7 billion shortfall is predicted — so far. Here’s a look at some of the services and state programs that could get cut. by Melissa Santos / June 9, 2020 / 1:29 p.m. June 9
Politics Canvassing via computer screen: a 2020 candidate’s election challenge Courting voters on Zoom, making ice cream on Facebook Live — candidates get creative to try to win your vote. by Melissa Santos / May 28, 2020
Opinion I gave birth at the start of a pandemic As if becoming a parent wasn't hard enough. by Melissa Santos / April 20, 2020