Politics Presidential election results won't stop Seattle BLM protests Protesters took to the streets on election night, saying they will remain focused on police brutality whether or not Trump is reelected. by David Kroman / November 3, 2020
Politics Anxious voters cast last-minute ballots around Washington state Voters dropping off their ballots on Election Day in Seattle, Bellevue and Yakima expressed some light hope, but mostly anxiety. by David Kroman / November 3, 2020
News Jail inmates can vote in Washington — but they may not know it Attorneys are trying to bring voter outreach to jails, where many may not have access to a ballot or know they can register. by David Kroman / October 28, 2020
News Inmates with mental illness are illegally stuck in WA jails The pandemic has made a bad situation worse: a backlog of people in jail who shouldn’t be. by David Kroman / October 23, 2020
News Ahead of Seattle Police layoffs, officers are leaving on their own An increase in retirements and resignations in the department could make budget cuts easier for the Seattle City Council. by David Kroman / October 16, 2020
Politics Who will shape policing in King County? It’s on the ballot Voters will weigh in on law enforcement this November with amendments deciding whether the sheriff remains an elected position and more. by David Kroman / October 14, 2020
News A mental health crisis and the limits of police response A call for help put a Des Moines woman and her family on a tragic one-way track. by David Kroman / October 9, 2020
News WA Supreme Court dismisses recall effort against Mayor Durkan Justices say allegations of endangering public safety were “deeply troubling,” but also “factually and legally insufficient," in unanimous ruling. by David Kroman / October 8, 2020
News Poll: King County voters want to change — not defund — police The Crosscut/Elway Poll finds voters support funding social services, but aren't ready to tear down law enforcement just yet. by David Kroman / October 8, 2020
News Union negotiations loom over the future of policing in Seattle When it comes to accountability, the stakes are high in the city’s upcoming negotiations with its largest police union. by David Kroman / October 1, 2020