Migrant workers leave WA farms, risking poverty instead of coronavirus Worried about a lack of COVID-19 safety precautions, visiting workers say they are prioritizing their lives in the midst of the pandemic. by Lilly Fowler / September 14, 2020
Culture A Seattle conductor celebrates the music of Mexican Independence Day Paula Nava Madrigal reveals Mexico's blended history through its classical compositions. by Agueda Pacheco Flores / September 11, 2020
News Domestic abuse survivors worry as WA detains more inmates at home The coronavirus pandemic has led to more prisoners being released to home detention. Advocates worry for victims of serious crimes who could be left exposed. by Lilly Fowler / August 31, 2020
News Will King County public transit survive COVID-19? Fewer riders and lower fare collection are just part of the financial challenge for transportation during the pandemic. by Lilly Fowler / August 24, 2020 / Updated 1:58 p.m. Aug. 24
Culture Burien food bank keeps Latinx community fed with traditional ingredients The “Feeding el Pueblo” pop-up pantry is supplying cultural staples to families struggling during the pandemic. by Agueda Pacheco Flores / August 19, 2020
News Black Seattleites react to police chief’s resignation with rage, hope The sudden exit of Seattle’s first Black female chief exposes complex generational and racial divides. by David Kroman & Lilly Fowler / August 12, 2020
Equity WA to create $40M fund for undocumented workers hurt by pandemic Workers without access to federal assistance like stimulus checks are getting a lifeline from the state. by Lilly Fowler / August 10, 2020 / Updated Aug. 10, 6:18 p.m.
Equity Washington creará un fondo de $40M para los trabajadores indocumentados afectados por la pandemia Los trabajadores que no pueden acceder a la ayuda federal, como el cheque de estímulo, recibirán un apoyo vital del estado. by Lilly Fowler / August 10, 2020 / Updated Aug. 10, 6:18 p.m.
Culture A Seattle engineer’s inner artist blooms for Black Lives Matter After painting the “I” in the city’s BLM street mural, Teddy “Stat” Phillips is using his artwork to call for defunding SPD. by Agueda Pacheco Flores / August 7, 2020
Equity Black pastors and activists want Central District land as reparations As Black Lives Matter protests continue, leaders say Seattle should give the community back land they say is owed to them. by Lilly Fowler / July 30, 2020