News Seattle voters could pay an added tax to speed up light rail buildout A new law allows Sound Transit to run city-specific ballot measures that would fund faster project delivery, expanded service or better infrastructure. by Josh Cohen / March 21, 2022
Politics Seattle high-needs homeless program at risk of ending JustCARE's funding will run out in June. The Seattle City Council could spend $10 million annually to keep the program going. by Josh Cohen / March 15, 2022
News Climate Pledge Arena bumps free medical clinic to host concerts The clinic hoped for a big turnout for its first post-pandemic event, but scheduling conflicts have left it all but cancelled. by Josh Cohen / March 9, 2022
Politics Seattle's eviction moratorium ended, but some protections remain New laws delay some evictions and provide renters a right to legal counsel. by Josh Cohen / March 2, 2022
Inside Cascade PBS Let's reintroduce you to our newest city reporter Josh Cohen is back at Crosscut and ready to dig into city politics, government, housing and more. by Josh Cohen / March 1, 2022
Politics King County Board of Health repeals decades-old helmet law The vote comes after an analysis found that enforcement disproportionately targeted homeless people and people of color. by Josh Cohen / February 17, 2022
Politics WA lawmakers consider cutting red tape on tiny-home construction Sen. Joe Nguyen's bill would exempt some homeless shelters from review under the State Environmental Policy Act. by Josh Cohen / February 17, 2022
News Residents push to improve 'desolate' Mount Baker transit station In the wake of shootings and break-ins, community members hope an investment in arts brings back foot traffic to improve safety. by Josh Cohen / February 16, 2022
Politics New King County homelessness authority kicks off with $170M budget The agency's leader wants those who are experiencing homelessness to help reshape policy and practices. by Josh Cohen / January 27, 2022
Growth State environmental law slowed housing construction in Seattle. Lawmakers want to pick up the pace In the midst of a housing crisis, some view the State Environmental Policy Act as a barrier to relief. by Josh Cohen / January 7, 2020