Indigenous Affairs Yakama Nation’s new public safety campus gives justice room to grow The tribal court system, which had occupied a cluster of trailers since the ’50s, plans to add services like a mental health or a veterans court. by Nika Bartoo-Smith Underscore News and ICT / January 9, 2024
Politics The Washington Legislature kicks off. Here’s what to watch. Lawmakers are expected to focus the 2024 session on behavioral health, housing and homelessness, the environment, public safety and transportation. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / January 8, 2024
Politics Poll: Washington voters want to spend more — while cutting taxes But Republicans and Democrats differ on where the money should go during the 2024 legislative session, according to a recent Crosscut/Elway poll. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / January 4, 2024
News Crosscut Now: Rural Washington is still in the digital dark Last year, we spoke to Grays Harbor County residents without affordable internet access. Has anything changed? by Paris Jackson / January 4, 2024
Crosscut Now Rural Washington is still in the digital dark Last year, we spoke to Grays Harbor County residents without affordable internet access. Has anything changed? January 4, 2024
Politics New Seattle City Council sworn in, Sara Nelson elected president The Council kicked off the year swearing in five new members and two incumbents. by Josh Cohen / January 2, 2024
News The new year brings new WA laws for guns, minimum wage and more Here are 12 new policies that will come into effect in 2024. by Venice Buhain / January 1, 2024
Environment Can hunting and conservation coexist? A WA proposal sparks debate Updates to the Fish and Wildlife plan have accrued public critique and ignited tension from outdoor enthusiasts and tribal representatives. by Rebecca Dzombak High Country News / December 29, 2023
News Meet the CARE Team, Seattle’s new mental health crisis responders As part of a pilot program that avoids using force, the group is dispatched alongside police officers on 911 calls that might involve emotional distress. by Nimra Ahmad / December 28, 2023
News Crosscut Now: How WA’s off-year elections can quash voter turnout Participation tanks statewide every odd-numbered year. Sightline Institute founder Alan Durning talks impact and solutions. by Paris Jackson / December 28, 2023