Investigations WA unions wary of proposed Kroger/Albertsons supermarket merger Workers fear that the move — which would be the nation’s largest-ever grocer consolidation — could undermine bargaining or close current locations. by Kevin Teeter / January 12, 2024
Culture ArtSEA: Seattle galleries kick off 2024 with bold strokes of color Plus, how grunge is making a comeback in the new year and the legendary skateboarder who rode the Kingdome. by Brangien Davis / January 11, 2024
Investigations Over a third of WA’s job safety fines are reduced after appeals One company negotiated a $1.3M reduction with the state’s safety agency after a worker’s hand was crushed, following multiple other violations. by Lizz Giordano / January 5, 2024
Culture Podcast | Comedian David Cross finds gefilte fish funny The 'Arrested Development' actor talks Canada's national dish, poutine. Plus, Rachel speaks with the Quebec restaurant claiming to be its birthplace. by Rachel Belle / January 4, 2024
Investigations Podcast | It’s a Youth Today News takeover The third episode of the investigative series co-produced with Crosscut focuses on one woman’s experience with foster care and homelessness in WA. by Elizabeth Whitman / January 3, 2024
Investigations WA bridges still in poor condition, despite $630M in federal aid The state transportation agency has allocated about 13% of early funding for repairs, but more is needed to address the backlog of projects. by Lizz Giordano / December 27, 2023
Investigations Podcast | Mobile home tenants’ complaints spur state investigation Earlier this year, Crosscut reported on an Aberdeen park facing rising rents and cut services. Farah Eltohamy shares how the story has evolved. by Sara Bernard / December 27, 2023
Investigations What tenant protections will WA lawmakers consider in 2024? Officials plan to reintroduce mobile home and renter rights bills involving rent stabilization, tax breaks and civil penalties against landlords. by Farah Eltohamy / December 22, 2023
Culture ArtSEA: For the solstice, embrace Earth with Seattle art shows Exhibits from La Conner to Tacoma emphasize the environment — whether grounded in our home planet or extra-terrestrial. by Brangien Davis / December 21, 2023
Culture Podcast | Rachel Belle reveals the food her family invented In an interview with her kindred-spirit English podcast Desert Island Dishes, Rachel shares the foods that shaped her life. by Rachel Belle / December 21, 2023