Politics Seattle City Council primary hints at progressive/centrist showdown Aug. 1 elections have voters watching to see if Seattle politics will continue to trend right as seven district races shake out. by Josh Cohen / August 1, 2023
Politics It’s Primary Election Day in Washington. Here’s what to know We review the local races, initiatives and last-minute info you need before the polls close at 8 p.m. by Josh Cohen & Donna Gordon Blankinship / August 1, 2023
News What does substance-use treatment in Seattle actually look like? There are a slew of recovery services — medication-assisted, jailhouse, in- and outpatient — but stigma and other barriers pose challenges. by Josh Cohen / July 31, 2023 / Updated: 7/31/2023 1:58 p.m.
Politics Who’s raised the most money in Seattle City Council races? As primary ballots arrive in voters’ mailboxes, here are the current top fundraisers and Democracy Voucher recipients in each district. by Josh Cohen / July 13, 2023 / Updated: July 13, 2023 8:32 A.M.
Politics Maritime vs. real estate: Seattle’s decades-long rezoning fight The city is updating protections for waterfront industrial lands, but a fight over the SoDo ‘Makers District’ development could upend it. by Josh Cohen / July 7, 2023
Politics Mayor Harrell releases blueprint to ‘activate’ Downtown Seattle The laundry list includes ideas for denser housing and expanded homeless outreach — along with some Space Needle-level swings. by Josh Cohen / June 28, 2023
Politics Jail or treatment? Seattle City Council is split on drug possession Councilmembers narrowly rejected a bill to allow the City Attorney’s Office to prosecute possession and public use. by Josh Cohen / June 7, 2023
Politics How will ‘missing middle’ zoning impact Seattle housing? A new Washington state law allows 4-6 unit buildings across the city. Here's what that might look like. by Josh Cohen / June 5, 2023
News Courts consider lifting federal oversight of Seattle police The SPD has been under a Department of Justice ‘consent decree’ since 2012 due to excessive use of force. by Josh Cohen / May 30, 2023
Politics The competing crises driving Seattle’s City Council election In crowded 2023 races, candidates have their work cut out to show voters they can make progress on issues such as crime and homelessness. by Josh Cohen / May 24, 2023