News
Sawant declares victory following dramatic comeback
Two weeks before election day, polling showed Egan Orion leading — but also that Amazon's contributions were going to be a problem.
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Politics
It’s Election Day in Washington — and it’s not too late to vote
Voters across the state have until 8 p.m. Tuesday to choose new local leaders, including seven of nine Seattle City Council seats.
Equity
Rainier Beach’s Black-led organizations battle gentrification
The South Seattle neighborhood groups are focusing their anti-displacement strategy on building generational wealth and sustaining cultural vibrancy.
Politics
Housing, homelessness loom large in the minds of Washington voters
Tacoma, Spokane and Bellingham each have ballot measures on these issues, and both voters and candidates have cited them as top priorities.
Investigations
WA spent $500M to help small, minority businesses. Did it work?
A Crosscut analysis of Working Washington grants found mixed results on equity initiatives and millions for large chains or franchises.