News Washington considers narrowing its eviction moratorium Under pressure from landlords, the state could ask tenants to prove their financial hardship is due to COVID-19. by David Kroman / November 12, 2020
News Seattle seeks state’s help to reduce power of police unions The long-shot appeal to Olympia is making some labor representatives nervous. by David Kroman / November 9, 2020
News Vote on King County sheriff presents opening for police reform Following a summer of protests, voters approve charter amendments that could lead to a new reality for policing. by David Kroman / November 6, 2020
Politics Presidential election results won't stop Seattle BLM protests Protesters took to the streets on election night, saying they will remain focused on police brutality whether or not Trump is reelected. by David Kroman / November 3, 2020
Politics Anxious voters cast last-minute ballots around Washington state Voters dropping off their ballots on Election Day in Seattle, Bellevue and Yakima expressed some light hope, but mostly anxiety. by David Kroman / November 3, 2020
News Jail inmates can vote in Washington — but they may not know it Attorneys are trying to bring voter outreach to jails, where many may not have access to a ballot or know they can register. by David Kroman / October 28, 2020
News Inmates with mental illness are illegally stuck in WA jails The pandemic has made a bad situation worse: a backlog of people in jail who shouldn’t be. by David Kroman / October 23, 2020
News Ahead of Seattle Police layoffs, officers are leaving on their own An increase in retirements and resignations in the department could make budget cuts easier for the Seattle City Council. by David Kroman / October 16, 2020
Politics Who will shape policing in King County? It’s on the ballot Voters will weigh in on law enforcement this November with amendments deciding whether the sheriff remains an elected position and more. by David Kroman / October 14, 2020
News A mental health crisis and the limits of police response A call for help put a Des Moines woman and her family on a tragic one-way track. by David Kroman / October 9, 2020