Politics No, Loren Culp’s bid for WA governor didn’t leave him jobless He’s not actually out of work — and the city of Republic didn’t exactly 'defund' its police department, as the Republican candidate claimed. by Melissa Santos / November 6, 2020
Inside Cascade PBS Sad, eager, hopeful: Readers react to the 2020 election Here’s what readers from around the region have been thinking about this week. We still want to hear from you, too. by Mohammed Kloub / November 6, 2020 / Updated 1 p.m., Nov. 9
Politics How the WA Legislature plans to go remote during COVID-19 The pandemic is creating more ways for people to make their voices heard at the state Capitol without traveling in person to Olympia. by Melissa Santos / November 6, 2020
Politics WA Democrats see path to cleaner fuels, capital gains tax after election Democrats already had strong majorities, but Tuesday’s election may have created an even more progressive Legislature than before. by Melissa Santos / November 5, 2020
Politics Biden wins WA, Inslee reelected to 3rd term as governor Democrats dominated at the top of the ticket in Washington state, even as the national results in the presidential race remained unclear. by Melissa Santos / November 3, 2020 / Updated 12:11 a.m. November 4
Politics What to expect on election night in Washington state How long will counting ballots take? Will people be demonstrating? Here’s what we’re keeping an eye on tonight. by Melissa Santos / November 3, 2020
Inside Cascade PBS Share your thoughts with us as a historic election unfolds There will be plenty of analysis this week, but we want to hear what you’re thinking and feeling about the 2020 election. by Mohammed Kloub / November 3, 2020
Politics Why these politically savvy WA voters aren't voting for president Not lazy, not unengaged — some eligible voters choosing to sit out the biggest race of 2020 want to send a message to the two-party system. by Emily McCarty / November 2, 2020
Politics WA election campaign staff protest working conditions, poor pay A collective of campaign workers across the state says it’s tired of working crazy hours with no job security or health care. by Melissa Santos / October 27, 2020 / 8:09 a.m. October 27, 2020
Inside Cascade PBS Why Washingtonians deserve a closer look at their democracy Ahead of the 2020 election, Crosscut contributors helped us examine the current state of our democracy. by Mason Bryan / October 27, 2020
News WA COVID-19 rules have changed. What you need to know. Gov. Jay Inslee has moved some areas of the state into Phase 2 of the new reopening plans. We answer your questions here. by Donna Gordon Blankinship / October 26, 2020 / Updated Feb. 12, 2021 at 1 p.m.
Politics WA lieutenant governor candidates try to stand out in debate State Sen. Marko Liias, D-Lynnwood, and U.S. Rep. Denny Heck both are seeking to become the second-in-line to Washington's governor. by Melissa Santos / October 22, 2020
Politics Election fact check: WA, OR ballots can’t be ‘cancelled’ online The states’ online portals won’t invalidate your original paper ballot — even if malicious actors try to do so from afar. by Melissa Santos / October 21, 2020
Politics Immigrants aren’t betting it all on Biden winning the election Washington state experts and lawmakers warn that undoing the last four years of immigration policy requires more than just a new president. by Lilly Fowler / October 21, 2020
Politics Matt Shea isn’t running, but he’s a key part of election attack ads The lawmaker, who was accused of domestic terrorism, is being used to attack not only his fellow Republicans, but also a Seattle Democrat. by Melissa Santos / October 19, 2020