Mayor Jenny Durkan wanted to wind down federal monitoring of the Seattle Police Department. Then the protests began.

Political experts say the outside agitator trope has roots in the civil rights movement.

By pinning the destruction on white men, Durkan trivializes deep grievances and provides cover for police escalation.

From restaurant vouchers to universal basic income, here are some ideas for jump-starting our economic recovery.

Despite facing an uncertain future, keepers are finding new ways to connect to animals and the public.

Young adults aging out of foster care face unique challenges in normal times, say advocates. Now, they face even greater risks.

The governor expressed disgust over recent actions against protesters in the nation's capital, said that police actions in Washington “need to be reviewed.”

Few in-state options means some parents must choose between the health of their kids and being with them.

Some believe the city is ready to handle its own police department, while protesters disagree.

Crosscut reporter Lilly Fowler reflects on the delicate balance between public health and religious freedom during a pandemic.

It's time to admit we need fundamental change to uproot racism in the United States.

Alongside other communities of color, we worked to pass a law making it easier to prosecute violent police officers.

The biggest public construction project in Seattle history should have built homes, schools and parks.

Equipped with emojis, volunteers and Sunny the dog, Henry Liu delivers groceries to seniors in Seattle’s Chinatown-International District.

Coronavirus concerns will have firefighters living differently and likely doing less.

After peaceful demonstrations turn to chaos, Interstate 5 is shut down and the governor calls in the National Guard.

The killing of George Floyd presents yet another opportunity for white self-reckoning.

Jobless rate hits 40% in some immigrant neighborhoods near Sea-Tac.

People across the state have started to resist the shut down, doing what they think is prudent as the state flattens the coronavirus infection curve.

Some counties have salons and restaurants opening, while others are still waiting.