The Newsfeed Mayor Harrell talks city budget deficit and Sonics In part two of the exclusive interview with Seattle's mayor, Harrell discusses the $241 million shortfall and hints at a potential NBA return. May 16, 2024
Politics What is an attorney general? They’re more attorney than general As current Washington AG Bob Ferguson leaves office after 12 years, voters will choose a new “lawyer for the entire state.” by Andrew Engelson / May 15, 2024
Equity Podcast | Learning to swim as a trans man in Idaho After taking steps to affirm his gender, Torrey Stephenson decided to take a plunge – and became a triathlete in the process. by Maleeha Syed / May 15, 2024
Environment The carbon cost of return-to-office mandates Many companies made headway during the pandemic on promises to go green. But with work commutes required again, emissions are rising. by Kate Yoder Grist / May 15, 2024
Politics Seattle Council approves police union contract with 23% pay bump The retroactive deal covers back pay for 2021-2023, but does little to increase accountability measures. The city is negotiating for a 2024 contract. by Josh Cohen / May 14, 2024 / Updated: May 14, 4:40 p.m.
Investigations WA agency fails to reinspect a third of ‘severe violator’ employers A Labor and Industries program aims to monitor companies that are “resistant or indifferent” to safety rules, but follow-up inspections are lagging. by Lizz Giordano / May 14, 2024
Politics Political heavy hitters criticize Mayor Harrell’s housing plan A coalition including the Chamber of Commerce, realtors and nonprofits say that Seattle’s Comprehensive Plan would not help its affordability problem. by Josh Cohen / May 13, 2024 / Updated: May 14, 10:30 A.M.
News Dueling Israel/Palestine protests on UW campus remain peaceful Around 500 counterprotesters, led by Pursuit NW, gathered at the Seattle university this weekend, verbally clashing with the student encampment. by Scarlet Hansen / May 13, 2024
Environment Volunteers power wildfire mitigation efforts in the Tri-Cities Kennewick has a higher fire risk than 92% of U.S. communities. The nonprofit Team Rubicon helps respond to these disasters and prevent future ones. by Mai Hoang / May 13, 2024
Politics Three progressives take on Tanya Woo in Seattle City Council race Tariq Yusuf, Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Saunatina Sanchez have all entered the race for Seattle’s 2024 special election. by Josh Cohen / May 13, 2024