Initiative 1639 would require increased background checks, training and age limitations for semiautomatic assault rifles.

The university may be a global leader, but its recent pay freeze is arbitrary and hurts workers.

In 1918, about 350 people boarded the Princess Sophia, which was bound for Seattle. None of them arrived.

An initiative should restore the death penalty — no exceptions allowed — for those who murder children in particularly cruel manner. 

Seattle’s historic scenic drive will be a tough one to say goodbye to.

From Cinerama to South Lake Union, his impact will last long after his death.

Too few property owners are choosing to improve habitat. Their alternative should be annual payments.

I support capital punishment in some cases, but the Supreme Court was right to deem it unconstitutional.

There are certain behaviors Seattleites have grown accustomed to — but shouldn't we evolve?

With so much protected public land, the North Cascades should be a real home for two of its most important wildlife species.

The Lid I-5 movement has some designs that bring to life how the city could make up for past mistakes.

Wiser use of the money would allow the city to serve more students who will benefit the most.

Seeing red: In central Washington, good answers are few, but opposing Kavanaugh feels selective. 

Policies that hurt the health care of immigrants can put all Washingtonians at risk.

Washington should do better on reviewing refinery expansions. And it must focus on the harm done by vessel noise.