Opinion Seattle survey wants to know: How do you feel about public safety? To address the polarizing issue of crime and public safety, the Seattle Public Safety Survey needs your participation. by Jacqueline B. Helfgott & William S. Parkin / October 19, 2021
News Some Western cities use trash cleanup to combat homelessness Cities are investing thousands of dollars in clean up programs during the pandemic. by Jenni Bergal Stateline / October 19, 2021
Environment The carbon fight’s mundane frontier: Retrofitting homes and buildings Doing the work to make old buildings more energy efficient isn’t as sexy as filling our roads with electric cars, but these smaller efforts are making a difference. by Andrew Engelson InvestigateWest / October 18, 2021
Opinion In Seattle city attorney race, beware of ‘rising crime’ alarmism Critics of Nicole Thomas-Kennedy will invoke a rise in crime to thwart her transformative candidacy. Don’t buy it. by Dan Berger / October 15, 2021
Opinion Seattle’s city attorney race and the problem of repeat offenders The city’s relationship with police is already damaged. If Ann Davison isn't elected, it will get way worse. by Scott Lindsay / October 15, 2021 / Updated on Oct 22 at 2:30 p.m.
Opinion Congress, public debt, and the end of neoliberalism In the U.S., spending on social goods has increased even as the safety net has crumbled. This spells problems for capitalism. by Katie Wilson / October 14, 2021
Environment Washington wineries considering dramatic changes for climate change Warmer summers — and winters — force Washington vintners to reconsider their crops. by John Stang / October 14, 2021
Opinion We’re living in the age of the megafire We have a long history of wildfire in the PNW. But megafires are a new thing entirely. by Knute Berger / October 13, 2021
Environment Hop growers balance demands of craft beers with climate concerns As breweries work toward carbon neutral beers and facilities, hop industry looks to align with that commitment. by Mai Hoang / October 13, 2021
Opinion The case for long-term protection of Washington forests The state Legislature should secure our legacy and future by providing 20-year funding to restore forest health. by Bill Bryant / October 13, 2021