The letter, signed by U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell  and U.S. Representative Adam Smith, also calls for the completion of the investigation into last year's death of a Russian asylum seeker. 

Experts say poor data reporting practices have kept educational institutions from truly confronting their role in exposing kids to the criminal justice system.

Bartell Drugs and Uwajimaya are victims of the city's refusal to enforce criminal laws.

But no one knows yet how to pay for it.

The city has scaled back prosecutions of low-level crimes — for good reason. But without scaling up diversion programs, a backlash is inevitable.

A new report from the University of Washington reveals at least one way immigration officials are identifying undocumented immigrants for arrest.

An interactive exercise makes the case.

Immigration advocates are asking that the Tacoma City Council revoke the business license of GEO Group, the private company that runs the Northwest ICE Processing Center.  

A recent report on misdemeanors continues a toxic narrative in local politics.

For many Asian Americans, that's a frustrating development.

A new Gates Foundation exhibit showcases the power of youth engagement.

Use of the drug is surging in cities across America. Local authorities must address the problem before it gets worse.

The Mayor has her own proposals, but some advocates and City Council members wonder why the city doesn’t simply expand its current diversion and outreach programs. 

The Crosscut Courage Award-winning judge seeks justice for all.

Washington state Attorney General Bob Ferguson sued the Trump administration after it pulled $89 million slated for a new submarine pier and maintenance facility at Naval Base Kitsap.