Politics City Council amended Seattle’s $7.8B budget. Here’s what’s changing The current Council, in one of its last actions, added 120 amendments to Mayor Harrell’s proposal to prioritize homelessness, housing and police bonuses. by Josh Cohen / November 20, 2023
Politics A largely new Seattle City Council to take office in January With ballot counting nearly finished, five new councilmembers are set to join three incumbents and one appointee. by Josh Cohen / November 15, 2023
Politics Unknown white powder halts ballot counts in King, Pierce, Spokane, Skagit The discoveries Wednesday morning prompted workers to evacuate their offices a day after Washington's general election. by Josh Cohen / November 8, 2023 / Updated: November 9, 3:44 p.m.
Politics Gaps narrow in Seattle City Council races, Strauss flips to lead On Thursday, incumbents Morales and Lewis gained ground in an election that will shape the city’s approach to policing, drugs and homelessness. by Josh Cohen / November 7, 2023 / Updated: November 9, 5:00 p.m.
Politics It’s Election Day in Washington — and it’s not too late to vote Voters across the state have until 8 p.m. Tuesday to choose new local leaders, including seven of nine Seattle City Council seats. by Josh Cohen & Donna Gordon Blankinship / November 7, 2023
Politics What’s at stake in the 2023 Seattle City Council elections? With seven of nine seats up for grabs, here’s how the new Council might address housing, homelessness, public safety, police accountability and more. by Josh Cohen / November 1, 2023
Politics Outside interests spend more than $1M on Seattle City Council races The majority of funds come from businesses and real estate groups supporting conservative candidates, while unions mostly back progressives. by Josh Cohen / October 30, 2023
Politics Seattle City Council District 7: Andrew Lewis vs. Bob Kettle The incumbent City Councilmember and the retired Naval officer explain their plans for the city’s Downtown — and dig into other issues. by Josh Cohen / October 19, 2023 / Updated: Oct. 19. 8:49 p.m.
Politics Seattle City Council District 6: Dan Strauss vs. Pete Hanning An incumbent councilmember and a former small-business owner make their case to lead on public safety, homelessness and housing. by Josh Cohen / October 13, 2023
Politics Seattle City Council District 5: Cathy Moore vs. ChrisTiana ObeySumner In north Seattle, a former Superior Court judge and an equity consultant share their ideas on policing, crime, housing and homelessness. by Josh Cohen / October 10, 2023 / Updated Oct. 10. 3:15 p.m.