Politics Poll: WA voters unsure of President Inslee, but like him as governor While the governor's approval rating is at an all-time high, more than a third of Democrats polled say they aren't likely to back a presidential run. by David Kroman / January 10, 2019
Politics New poll shows mental health, homelessness top list of WA voter concerns Respondents identified social services as a high priority for the state Legislature, while climate change and orcas lagged. by John Stang / January 10, 2019
News How will 911 services navigate Seattle’s viaduct closure? First responders are planning "for armageddon, worst case scenario" when the Alaskan Way Viaduct closes for three weeks. by Lilly Fowler / January 9, 2019 / Updated Jan. 9 at 2:30 p.m.
News For city workers, Viadoom paves the way for flexible scheduling The mayor has directed all departments to allow more flexible work days, something many workers say has been a long time coming. by Josh Cohen / January 9, 2019 / Updated Jan. 9 at 3:19 p.m.
News Fatal Seattle police shooting will test new accountability law, Initiative 940 losia Faletogo’s family spoke out Friday morning, days after the 36-year-old father was killed by police. by David Kroman / January 4, 2019
Equity Following lawsuit, Catholic health-care provider changes policy on transgender care The lawsuit asserted that PeaceHealth discriminated against a 16-year-old transgender boy seeking coverage for top surgery. by Lilly Fowler / January 4, 2019
Politics Seattle's waterfront overhaul saved by $160M tax deal Mayor Durkan negotiated with downtown property owners who threatened to block the tax. by David Kroman / January 3, 2019
News Air Force general didn’t get SDOT job, but Durkan still hired him After being passed over for transportation director, military veteran and defense consultant Mike Worden will work on "mobility" during the "Seattle Squeeze." by David Kroman / January 3, 2019 / Updated Jan. 3 at 5:20 p.m.
News WA Supreme Court clears way for funding of youth jail In a blow to activists, the judges reversed a lower court ruling, 8-0. by David Kroman / December 27, 2018
News Seattle’s hotel worker protections struck down in court If upheld, the decision means housekeepers and other staff won’t get panic buttons, healthcare subsidies. by David Kroman / December 24, 2018 / Updated Dec. 25 at 11:00 a.m.