Culture Seattle to host its first literary festival in 18 years This weekend, Town Hall’s new celebration of writers aims to fortify the spirits of our City of Literature. by Paul Constant / September 14, 2022
Culture NW comic book chronicles Japanese Americans who fought internment Created by local writers and artists, ‘We Hereby Refuse’ illustrates untold true stories of heroism with vivid graphics. by Paul Constant / June 7, 2021
Culture Seattle’s Short Run comics and arts festival is in it for the long run Forced to cancel the 10th annual edition of the beloved small press event, organizers have three books and a new space in the works. by Paul Constant / May 17, 2021
Culture A 2020 bright spot: this comic book about a Seattle goat boy The new graphic novel from Fantagraphics sets mad science and social commentary in a familiar landscape. by Paul Constant / August 5, 2020
How Jennifer Cohen, the Pac-12’s only female athletic director, rose to the top of UW sports She didn't attend the University of Washington, wasn't a star athlete and never coached. Now she's guiding success on the field while setting an example for other women executives in the NCAA. by Hallie Golden / October 25, 2019
Culture Could NHL in Seattle spark an amateur hockey boom? With a team on its way, recreational participation is on the rise and plans for more rinks are under way. by Hallie Golden / December 19, 2018
Tech Do employee-only clubs further isolate Seattle tech workers? Experts say the club offerings can potentially further the divide between tech companies and the Seattle community. by Hallie Golden / June 20, 2018
Culture An ‘accidental cartoonist’ fights racism, hate Cartoonist Vishavjit Singh's new exhibit at Wing Luke Museum addresses the stigma faced by Sikhs in America. by Hallie Golden / May 9, 2018
Culture Glee club for geeks? Local tech firms’ workers launch music groups From Google’s acapella group Googapella to Facebook’s jazz ensemble, it’s difficult to find a tech company without a music group. by Hallie Golden / May 7, 2018
Culture Translating Shakespeare for both deaf and hearing audiences Howie Seago, who once had a deaf character written into a Star Trek episode, brings his experience to a Seattle stage. by Hallie Golden / April 16, 2018