Politics Frank Chopp's advice for Obama A page from <i>Medizinal Pflanzen</i> (Koehler's <i>Medicinal-Plants</i>), which was published in 1887 in Gera, Germany. by Knute Berger / August 18, 2009
Ash for clunkers Selling the virtues of cremation in a recession: cheap, green, and liberating. by Knute Berger / August 17, 2009
Politics NPR's George Nethercutt blunder They let a GOP lobbyist and faux populist prattle on about American anger, without saying who he is. by Knute Berger / August 16, 2009
Culture When it comes to cultural tourism, just what culture is on display? That's one of the mysteries posed by Leavenworth — a conundrum to mull over while munching a stale Cotlet. by Knute Berger / August 13, 2009
Politics Seattle Mayor: a bad career move Then-Mayor Greg Nickels at a CityClub forum. (Seattle Channel) by Knute Berger / August 6, 2009
Politics Historic landmark vs. the EPA Everett's historic Collins Casket Factory Building by Knute Berger / August 6, 2009
Politics Snores of a summer political season Greg Nickels and Jan Drago, lookalike political allies by Knute Berger / August 2, 2009
Culture Who needs Google? Enjoying the placid view of Puget Sound and downtown Seattle from a ferry. (Chuck Taylor) by Knute Berger / August 2, 2009
Environment Urban Cascadia goes to China Architect's sketch of U.S. Pavilion for Expo 2010 by Knute Berger / July 31, 2009
Culture Solving a Chinese puzzle Gary Locke seems to be hands-on in helping to solve the diplomatic problem of U.S. expo participation in Shanghai. by Knute Berger / July 23, 2009
Politics Joy ride Light rail: 'smart' planning emphasizes putting people near transit by Knute Berger / July 21, 2009
Politics Light rail does not a 'grown-up' city make A light rail train in the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel by Knute Berger / July 19, 2009
Culture Starbucks' midlife crisis The Starbucks at Alki Beach in Seattle. (<a href='http://www.flickr.com/photos/clairegribbin/'>Claire Gribbin</a> / Creative Commons) by Knute Berger / July 17, 2009