Opinion Ticket prices at Seattle sports venues are unaffordable for too many Climate Pledge Arena — and other professional sports destinations — should do more to make the experience affordable to everybody. by Samantha Allen / November 30, 2021
Opinion Whatever move Sue Bird makes next, her legacy is secure After the Seattle Storm’s narrow loss in the WNBA playoffs, the basketball legend considers retirement. And that’s OK. by Samantha Allen / October 1, 2021
Opinion Hoping for a return of Seattle’s 24-hour diner culture There’s something special about a place where night owls and late-night workers can huddle at unusual hours. by Samantha Allen / September 17, 2021
Opinion Many of us were vigilant but COVID could be endemic. We must adapt We should continue masking, distancing and getting our vaccines. But we need to relearn day-to-day life — again. by Samantha Allen / August 30, 2021
Opinion Seattle should require vaccine proof at restaurants and bars Food service workers have been exposed to too much risk already. Enough is enough. by Samantha Allen / August 13, 2021
Opinion To beat the heat, put a lid on I-5 The climate crisis has added new urgency to an ambitious idea. by Samantha Allen / July 9, 2021
Opinion While Pride swings back into gear, queer youth are still on Zoom Seattle’s Lambert House is a lifeline for LGBTQ+ kids looking for in-person community. For the second year in a row, they'll have to celebrate remotely. by Samantha Allen / June 25, 2021
Opinion If the Sonics return to the NBA, thank the Storm Supporting Seattle’s WNBA champs and bringing back its men's team are not mutually exclusive. by Samantha Allen / June 1, 2021
Opinion Let’s stop the shaming at Seattle’s parks Seattleites have received mixed messages about spending time in parks. We should encourage outdoor socialization as much as possible. by Samantha Allen / April 30, 2021
Inside Cascade PBS Meet our new columnist writing in search of a better Seattle Crosscut opinion columnist Samantha Allen shares her approach to reporting on the future of an imperfect city. by Samantha Allen / March 2, 2021