Politics How one friendship changed the way Washington treats addiction Health care professionals said her best friend would die. Lauren Davis wasn’t buying it. A remarkable story ensued. by Sheila Cain / August 20, 2018
Environment Young climate activists will take suit to higher court A judge this week dismissed a suit by young people demanding a healthy climate, but they will keep fighting. by Manola Secaira / August 17, 2018
Politics Meet the winners of the 2018 Courage Awards Each year, Crosscut honors a handful of locals who have shown extraordinary grit and leadership. by Sheila Cain / August 13, 2018
Environment Don’t call it a tax: Carbon fee heads to ballot I-1631 would redirect carbon fee funds to Washington communities affected by carbon pollution. by Manola Secaira / August 8, 2018
Politics Concerns over facial recognition endanger a boring old levy Sheriff Johanknecht staged a defense of Prop. 1, which would renew funding for King County's fingerprinting system and allow law enforcement to explore new technologies. by Manola Secaira / August 2, 2018
Environment The first smoky skies of the season arrive in Seattle — from Siberia Faraway wildfires in B.C., California, and even — wait for it — Siberia are to blame for the recent smoke in Seattle. by Manola Secaira / July 31, 2018
Politics Sea-Tac, activists team up on rights of transgender travelers Port of Seattle leaders asked if there was anything besides bathroom signs that posed a problem. The answer: TSA. by Manola Secaira / July 16, 2018
