For older renters, Western WA’s housing boom can sow insecurity After three forced moves, with a fourth on the horizon, the threat of homelessness looms for one couple amid a daunting housing market. by Josh Cohen / June 13, 2024
Politics This month's special election could bring social housing to Seattle On the Feb. 14 ballot, Seattle voters will decide whether to launch and fund publicly owned, mixed-income affordable housing. by Josh Cohen / February 6, 2023
Inside Cascade PBS Crosscut’s Recovery Watch project wins WashCOG’s Bunting Award The Washington Coalition for Open Government recognized records and data reporting that helps readers learn about local pandemic relief spending. by Jacob Jones / February 6, 2023
Politics WA bills propose initiatives to bring special-ed students back home State lawmakers hope to increase oversight of kids with disabilities sent out of state and prohibit or limit the use of isolation and restraint. by Wilson Criscione InvestigateWest / February 6, 2023
Politics By 2050, Washington might need to buy energy from other states With the state’s power needs expected to double, it will have to import wind and solar to meet the demand. by John Stang / February 3, 2023
Equity Out & Back: Chelsea Murphy encourages women of color to get outside The founder of She Colors Nature fell for the outdoors after moving to Leavenworth. Now she’s instilling that love in her daughters' generation. by Alison Mariella Désir / February 3, 2023
Politics Students lobby for WA bills on abortion and gender-affirming care Young activists visited Olympia to back the expansion of health-care access, including bills to shield providers and patients from out-of-state prosecution. by Megan Burbank / February 3, 2023
Culture ArtSEA: Kicking off Black History Month with new Seattle art Plus, a new installation at the Judkins Park light rail station and Northwest artists making national news. by Brangien Davis / February 2, 2023
News Bellevue parents say consolidating schools is an equity issue Citing shrinking enrollment, the school district may close some elementaries — raising questions about who will bear the brunt of potential cuts. by Venice Buhain / February 2, 2023
Culture Why the Sounders’ Club World Cup appearance is such a big deal The club’s win in May set them on the road to Morocco as the first MLS team ever to compete in the prestigious event. by Gavin Borchert / February 2, 2023
Politics Can Washington prisons change the culture of corrections? Officials are trying a new program inspired by Norway to improve quality of life. The challenge is convincing officers to change their approach. by Joseph O'Sullivan / February 1, 2023
Politics Incumbent Tammy Morales seeks re-election in Seattle District 2 With four of seven Seattle City Council district seats wide open, 16 candidates have already thrown their hat in the ring. And it's only February. by Josh Cohen / February 1, 2023
Environment Podcast | On WA’s coast, the threat of a flood is its own disaster Reporter Hannah Weinberger tells us how a monumental levee project could ease economic turbulence in two Grays Harbor County cities. by Sara Bernard / February 1, 2023
Culture Things to do in Seattle: Feb. 1-8 Soft sculptures at MoM, jazzy paintings in Pioneer Square and ghosts en pointe at Pacific Northwest Ballet. by Margo Vansynghel & Brangien Davis & Gavin Borchert / February 1, 2023
Politics Washington and Oregon may regulate the wild West of crypto mining Environmental policies would affect bitcoin operations in the Northwest, which have seen a swell of interest driven by cheap hydropower. by Kaylee Tornay InvestigateWest / January 31, 2023
Politics Homeless services could face cuts in WA's 2023 legislative session Advocates have outlined steps to ease the housing crisis — but it all depends on how legislators divvy the budget. by Josh Cohen / January 31, 2023
Inside Cascade PBS Share where you found love in Seattle for our interactive map Love comes in many forms. Tell us about a place that warms your heart for a chance to be featured in a Valentine's Day map. by Madeline Happold / January 31, 2023
Equity Podcast | Creating BIPOC leaders of outdoor adventuring Bronze Chapter founder Denice Rochelle has thrived in the outdoors all her life. She wants other people of color in the PNW to feel the same way. by Alison Mariella Désir / January 31, 2023
Culture Indigenous-led art collective yəhaw̓ buys land in Rainier Beach The group envisions the 1.5-acre green space as a powerful way for Indigenous people to reconnect with community, art and nature in Seattle. by Margo Vansynghel / January 30, 2023
Environment Fawn Sharp: Indigenous input is key to tackling climate change The National Congress of American Indians president and Quinault citizen spoke about environmental stewardship at the World Economic Forum. by Mark Trahant Indian Country Today / January 30, 2023
Environment A resilience hub might be coming to your Seattle neighborhood These community centers, powered by green energy, provide resources during extreme weather and double as gathering spaces during calmer times. by Hannah Weinberger / January 27, 2023