News How big tech monopolies made the internet worse In an interview with the On the Media podcast, writer Cory Doctorow explains how a noncompetitive market has deteriorated the user experience. by Brandon Block / June 4, 2025
Investigations WA law restricts noncompete agreements. They keep popping up anyway A Pasco man is being sued by his former company for breaking a noncompete contract, in a case that tests WA’s ability to enforce its own labor laws. by Brandon Block / November 1, 2024
Investigations Washington public agencies win $121M to extend rural broadband State administrators overruled or helped mediate telecom objections that have previously disqualified local governments from similar grant awards. by Brandon Block / May 30, 2023
Investigations FCC broadband service maps disputed at thousands of WA locations States were given a narrow window to fix long-standing flaws before federal agencies divvy $42B in infrastructure funds. by Brandon Block / January 24, 2023
News New state rules could expand public broadband in rural WA A proposal from Washington's Public Works Board would limit the power of private companies' objections to stall public broadband projects. by Brandon Block / November 17, 2022
Tech Midday Scan: Amazon takes center stage for 'Times' series The courtyard outside the Van Vorst Center on Terry Avenue N. offers seating for Amazon employees and the public. by Peter Jackson / April 2, 2012
Politics Midday Scan: Monday's top stories around the region The state's highest-grossing liquor store, at 7th Avenue and Bell Street in downtown Seattle. by Peter Jackson / October 10, 2011
Culture Midday Scan: Wednesday's top stories around the region A young Howard Schultz talks with Norm Rice. by Peter Jackson / October 5, 2011
Politics Midday Scan: Tuesday's top stories around the region Seattle's mounted police unit faces criticism from the city council for sapping funding. by Peter Jackson / September 20, 2011
Politics Midday Scan: Monday's top stories around the region Sen. Patty Murray by Peter Jackson / September 12, 2011