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Why Seattle's future depends on low-rise, older neighborhoods
A new report says diverse, low-rise districts beat new, high-rise ones at fostering creativity and attracting young residents.
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Democrats may have to worry about keeping U.S. Senate seat in Oregon
Dr. Monica Wehby made a strong showing in the primary, but could face questions about her personal life.
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Crosscut launches new Knute Berger urbanism eBook
Today we're releasing a beefed up eBook version of Knute Berger's excellent 'Roots of Tomorrow' series. Your download includes new stories and expanded content -- including this piece by former Seattle mayor Greg Nickels.
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Seattle Steam Co., old utility with new ideas
The privately-owned utility has been selling steam heat to Seattle businesses since 1893. Now it's got a new well - to ease demand on the city's water supply - and a new owner.
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How the Metro Transit vote ran into a deep ditch
There are lessons from the results that led to Proposition 1's failure that could help shape the next steps in financing bus service for Seattle and King County.