A look at the political landscape as we enter the 2019 city council elections, which are poised to attract larger numbers than usual.

First responders are planning "for armageddon, worst case scenario" when the Alaskan Way Viaduct closes for three weeks.

The mayor has directed all departments to allow more flexible work days, something many workers say has been a long time coming. 

Washington Democrats may introduce a bill to address pay inconsistency and legal protections for dancers.

Neither landlords nor tenants are panicking. Yet.

losia Faletogo’s family spoke out Friday morning, days after the 36-year-old father was killed by police.

Mayor Durkan negotiated with downtown property owners who threatened to block the tax.

Bad traffic, a Seattle City Council shakeup and other likely local stories of 2019.

Seattle growth took a breather in 2018, but the sense of urgency remains.

Seattle’s dive bar expert refutes the idea that King’s Hardware is the best Washington state has to offer.

Despite the turbulence of recent years, we can make the power of the people felt for good in Seattle and King County.

We asked an expert to deconstruct Seattle's new architecture. 

Crosscut’s annual Heritage Turkeys of the Year — from Aberdeen to Seattle to the sea.

Did this year fly by for you? Here's a recap of what happened in local politics.

In accounts from more than 20 current and former HR employees and city employees, a picture emerges of an office wrought with discontent, frustration, anxiety and even fear.