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The state removed foster kids from an Iowa facility following reports of abuse, but red flags abound at other group homes.

Washington social workers allegedly knew of the abuses, but did not act.

Former Washington Gov. Dan Evans helped purge the John Birch Society from the Republican party in the 1960s.

Washington kids are being warehoused in hotels and shipped out of state.

The persistent lack of diversity she encountered in countless tech jobs pushed Trish Millines Dziko to take matters into her own hands. 

The former mayor and City Council member has done many things, but his lasting legacy may be paving Seattle's path toward universal preschool.

This community arts organization gets young people involved with social-justice themed art — and out of the juvenile and criminal justice systems.

Beto Yarce got his start selling jewelry at the Fremont Market. Now he helps low-income people start their own businesses. 

Health care professionals said her best friend would die. Lauren Davis wasn’t buying it. A remarkable story ensued.

Each year, Crosscut honors a handful of locals who have shown extraordinary grit and leadership.