Politics It’s Primary Election Day in Washington. Here’s what to know We review the local races, initiatives and last-minute info you need before the polls close at 8 p.m. by Josh Cohen & Donna Gordon Blankinship / August 1, 2023
Inside Cascade PBS It might be an odd election year, but we’ve still got you covered As primary ballots land across Washington, the Crosscut politics desk is reporting on local races in Seattle, Yakima, Bellingham, Spokane and Tacoma. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / July 19, 2023
Equity Cashmere senior challenges WA schools to speak out against racism Even as educators grapple with starting the discussion, students throughout the state say that racist bullying remains a problem. by Dominick Bonny / June 9, 2023
Environment Washington scablands tour explores Native history, sacred sites Colville elder Randy Lewis leads a day-long bus trip through the canyons, columns and geological structures that hold special meaning for local tribes. by Dominick Bonny / May 9, 2023
Politics It’s not too late to cast your special election ballot in WA Voters in King County and 18 others will weigh in on school levies and other local issues on Tuesday, April 25. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 24, 2023
Politics U.S. Supreme Court delays decision on abortion pill case As justices consider overturning the FDA's 23-year-old approval of mifepristone, Washington state continues to protect access to the drug. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 19, 2023
News Seattle's Mayor Harrell announces plan to 'revitalize' Downtown An executive order issued Monday calls for additional addiction treatment options, reviving small businesses and more. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / April 17, 2023
News WA Supreme Court upholds the legality of transit fare enforcement But the State of Washington v. Zachery Kyle Meredith ruling also urges agencies to reconsider their use of armed officers on public transportation. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / March 16, 2023
Politics Rifle ban, housing bills and more advance in the WA Legislature At the midpoint of the 2023 legislative session, here are the winners and losers so far. by Joseph O’Sullivan & Donna Gordon Blankinship / March 10, 2023
Politics Seattle's social housing measure is likely to pass As final ballots from the Feb. 14 special election roll in, 57% of voters are in favor of Initiative 135. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / February 17, 2023 / Updated at 4:20 p.m. on Feb. 17