Politics Culp, Inslee debate WA economy, climate crisis and racial justice The two candidates gave voters a clear choice on the issues and offered up two distinct leadership styles. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / October 7, 2020
Environment Bullitt Prize winner uses affordable housing to fight climate change Patience Malaba works with advocates to develop affordable housing that also reduces greenhouse gas emissions. by Mandy Godwin / September 29, 2020
Politics Mayor Durkan talks Seattle police, protests, homelessness and more Mayor Durkan said reimagining public safety is just one part of a bigger evolution the city must make to combat inequities. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / September 17, 2020
Environment Seattle police have occupied a public waterway for decades A fence around state-owned property on Lake Union implies that the city has been paying for exclusive access. It hasn't. by Mandy Godwin / September 16, 2020
Politics How to vote in Washington: Everything you need to know for 2020 We've added answers to more reader questions, from security envelopes to drop boxes to tracking your ballot. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / September 8, 2020 / Updated Oct. 19, 2020 at noon
Inside Cascade PBS Everyone's a political wonk in 2020, especially journalists We all need a break, but we're not resting. And neither should you. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / September 8, 2020
Politics Rep. Jayapal on USPS, police protests and the 2020 election The Seattle congresswoman, in a Crosscut Live interview, outlines the reasons she thinks the 2020 election is so important. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / August 28, 2020
Inside Cascade PBS Behind a yearlong investigation into WA prison health care This Crosscut series asks readers to assess if Washington’s prison system reflects their values. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / August 11, 2020
News Gov. Inslee extends utility shutoff moratorium to Oct. 15 Facing pressure from environmental justice groups, the governor prohibits utilities from cutting off residential water, power and phone service. by Mandy Godwin / August 5, 2020
Inside Cascade PBS Why we poll: To better understand our community After the latest Crosscut/Elway election poll, some want to know why the results don’t align with what they’re seeing on social media. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / July 28, 2020