Culture Staff and supporters are fighting to save Intiman Theatre and its equity-centered mission. Is it too late? The celebrated theater just emerged from yearslong debt. Now it's on the verge of shutting down. by Margo Vansynghel / September 30, 2019
Equity Louise Chernin's passion for equality made her — and Seattle’s LGBTQ business community — stronger Throughout her career Chernin, now the CEO of the Greater Seattle Business Association, has been an advocate for the underrepresented. by Sheila Cain / September 9, 2019
Environment Without federal guidelines, Washington is creating its own standard for testing weed The state legislature wants to ensure marijuana-testing labs have uniform guidelines for testing and labeling products. by Manola Secaira / September 2, 2019
Opinion Why are Seattle's prominent nonprofits opposing a new overtime proposal? Arts and culture orgs bemoan WA's new overtime proposal while doling out pricey executive compensation packages. by Nick Hanauer / August 6, 2019 / Updated at 2:45 pm August 7, 2019
Environment Drinking responsibly could now mean drinking ‘Salmon-Safe’ beer Hops farmers are pursuing a sustainable certification meant to save salmon. But are beer drinkers willing to pay more for sustainable practices? by Hannah Weinberger / July 18, 2019 / Updated on Friday, July 19 at 11 a.m.
Environment What Alaska's Pebble Mine fight means for Seattle Salmon-rich Bristol Bay is a cornerstone of Washington's seafood industry. But many say a mine 20 years in the making could threaten all of it. by Hannah Weinberger / July 11, 2019 / Updated on Friday, July 12 at 3:36 p.m.
Opinion Corporate philanthropy won't solve Seattle's housing crisis The not-so-hidden message of the giving is: Don't impose taxes on businesses or the wealthy. by Katie Wilson / June 18, 2019
News Ballard's Ascent Outdoors shutters Outdoor gear store Ascent Outdoors, a cornerstone of Seattle's recreation community, permanently closed on April 27. by Hannah Weinberger / May 1, 2019
Politics As deadline looms, city acts to buy more time for Showbox City officials and the owner of the property are close to an agreement that could allow Seattle more time to salvage the historic venue. by David Kroman / April 26, 2019
Culture Why Mount Rainier was once called Mount Tacoma In what was a PR battle for the ages, Seattle and Tacoma rivaled over the name of our biggest mountain. by Knute Berger / April 2, 2019
Politics Jay Inslee's about-face on Boeing's big tax break As governor, Inslee pushed hard for Boeing to get a $8.7B tax deal. Now, as he runs for president, he compares the experience to being “mugged.” by Melissa Santos / March 25, 2019
Equity ‘It’s not fair’: City evicts immigrant shop owner from SeaTac Market The family says this is retaliation for fighting redevelopment, while the City of SeaTac contends the owner hasn't paid rent on time. by Lilly Fowler / February 21, 2019
Opinion Will the rise of the Eastside eclipse the Seattle boom? The Eastside is challenging the rapidly changing city on several fronts. by Tom Alberg / February 18, 2019 / Updated February 20, 2019, at 12:30 p.m.
News WA winemakers reel from one shutdown, prepare for another The government shutdown is over for now, but the problems for Washington’s small wineries are just getting started. by Jen Monnier / February 13, 2019
News Value Village claims First Amendment right in Washington lawsuit The attorney general has surveyed 400 customers to bolster claims that the Bellevue-based thrift chain is misleading donors and consumers. by Francesca Lyman Investigate West / January 17, 2019 / Updated Jan. 18 at 5:50 p.m.
