Politics How a $22M judgment against Cle Elum pushed the city to bankruptcy The Central Washington city’s expensive dispute with a Seattle-based builder illustrates the challenges of crafting long-term development agreements. by Mai Hoang / February 6, 2025
Culture Your Last Meal | Alton Brown wants his wife’s “witchy” soup The Food Network star gets personal in his new book of essays. Plus, some behind-the-scenes tea on the channel's rocky beginnings. by Rachel Belle / February 6, 2025
Politics Washington lawmakers weigh new artificial intelligence regulations From “forged digital likenesses” to mandating AI detection software, officials in Olympia are considering four bills on the fast-growing technology. by John Stang / February 5, 2025 / Updated 11:33 a.m.
Politics A labor-backed Seattle activist fights for an REI co-op board seat Shemona Moreno nominated herself with support from unionized employees. She and the retail company dispute whether she missed a crucial deadline. by Nate Sanford / January 30, 2025
Culture ArtSEA: Two new public art projects point to Northwest history Plus, Century Ballroom announces there’s hope for its survival while other Seattle arts spaces move, shake and innovate. by Brangien Davis / January 30, 2025
Culture Your Last Meal | The Leftovers with Paula Poundstone Enjoy a few extra bites with your favorite guests, as host Rachel Belle shares fresh audio from the cutting-room floor. by Rachel Belle / January 30, 2025
Politics New Washington bill aims to end fees for child care providers Senate Bill 5130 seeks to eliminate licensing costs to reduce financial strain and expand access for families — but the state would lose $2M annually. by Emma Schwichtenberg / January 29, 2025
News How light-rail construction in the CID could impact Inscape Arts With Sound Transit considering a second station on Dearborn close to the group’s building, artists worry the project could force out tenants. by Chetanya Robinson / International Examiner / January 29, 2025
Politics Seattleites will vote on competing measures to fund social housing On February ballots, prop 1A would produce $50M a year from an “excess wealth” tax on businesses. Prop 1B would draw $10M a year from the Jumpstart tax. by Josh Cohen / January 28, 2025 / Updated: January 28, 1:40 p.m.
Politics WA response team formed to prep for Trump’s mass deportation plans Gov. Bob Ferguson signed an executive order Monday to create the Family Separation Rapid Response Team to help families of undocumented immigrants. by John Stang / January 27, 2025