News Forget banning books — a rural WA county may close its library After a fight over LGBTQ+ young-adult titles, a November ballot measure will decide the fate of the only library in Columbia County. by Meg Butterworth / August 9, 2023
Opinion UW police lawsuit underscores the intersection of race and class The case, brought by five Black officers, exposes a troubling hallmark of campus life. by Clyde W. Ford / July 5, 2021
Equity WA schools catching up on Black history and ethnic studies The state is following in the steps of more progressive states that have led the way on making history classes reflect our diverse country. by Meg Butterworth / April 29, 2021
Opinion Washington now recognizes Juneteenth, but there’s more to the story The history behind the holiday is long and troubling, with echoes that persist today. by Clyde W. Ford / April 19, 2021
Opinion Rejecting anti-Asian hate, in Atlanta and in Washington state The Pacific Northwest has its own legacy of racism and exclusion to contend with. by Clyde W. Ford / March 30, 2021
Opinion How we should deal with Dr. Seuss books and cancel culture The fight to ban, topple and rename racist artifacts of our past has been an issue in Washington state, too. by Clyde W. Ford / March 11, 2021 / Updated at 10:07 am on March 15, 2021
Opinion WA legislature takes on systemic racism in insurance rates The modern-day insurance industry was founded on slavery and the slave trade. A Senate bill seeks to right this legacy. by Clyde W. Ford / February 22, 2021
Equity It's white parents' responsibility to integrate Seattle schools, some parents say Integrated Schools is a volunteer organization that aims to get privileged parents to opt for schools with the benefit of diversity. by Meg Butterworth / March 9, 2020
Equity Forget Bingo. Wallingford seniors now fear becoming homeless Social worker Denise Malm's newest agenda is keeping her elderly clients out of homelessness. by Meg Butterworth / March 19, 2018