News What’s next after Washington passes pro-natural gas measure? Initiative 2066 aimed to keep gas as a utility option for consumers. But potential court challenges could complicate putting it into action. by Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard / November 29, 2024
Politics Washington state lawmakers may get a 14% raise over next two years A citizen panel recommends the pay bump, which would push annual salaries over $70,000, to keep pace with growing duties and rising costs of living. by Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard / October 15, 2024
News State audit says WA police seizures require more transparency Though the report said agencies are complying with the law, they could do better at helping people reclaim seized property and tracking demographic data. by Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard / April 19, 2024
Politics Washington public defenders say the strained system needs funding Too many cases, too few lawyers and too little money hurt local governments’ ability to provide effective counsel to those with financial constraints. by Jerry Cornfield Washington State Standard / February 2, 2024
News What WA leaders are watching for in the Manuel Ellis police trial Members of law enforcement, community organizers and more weigh in on the trial of three Tacoma officers charged in the 2020 death of Ellis. by Jerry Cornfield & Laurel Demkovich & Grace Deng & Bill Lucia Washington State Standard / October 4, 2023
Opinion What London and Stockholm can teach Seattle about congestion pricing The Emerald City wants to implement a transportation solution that is equitable. Without viable alternatives to driving, that might be impossible. by Chuck Wolfe / June 21, 2019
Opinion A view of Seattle from the outside looking in Amazon, homelessness, progressive politics: What really defines this city? by Chuck Wolfe / August 6, 2018
Politics Land use: Seattle's oh-so-human hesitations about change A land use notice sign in Seattle: Sometimes people get worked up. by Chuck Wolfe / August 5, 2015
Politics Guest Opinion: Seattle should welcome new zoning ideas A Mount Baker area property: Backyard cottages can offer affordability and compatibility with the neighborhood. by Chuck Wolfe / July 23, 2015
Urban edges, and how to define the space beyond This view from a basilica in Italy's Santa Maria di Leuca inspired ancient visitors to ponder the edge of the world. by Chuck Wolfe / April 19, 2015