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Crosscut is a nonprofit, independent media outlet based in Seattle, Washington. Founded in 2007, its mission is to provide readers with in-depth coverage of local news and politics. Its Politics section covers the latest news and analysis of Seattle and Washington State politics, including issues related to government, elections, policy, and activism.
Crosscut » Politics
1w ago
While the Legislature will fund law enforcement instruction, in recent sessions it failed to allow cities to reroute tax revenue to hire new cops ..read more
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1w ago
The pilot program proposed by Tammy Morales would’ve offered incentives to develop mixed-use buildings while partnering with community organizations ..read more
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2w ago
Community members say they value Brown’s openness to feedback, but are still waiting to see how she executes on drug usage, homelessness and budgeting ..read more
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2w ago
Attorney General Bob Ferguson has vowed to keep the ban alive, and the state Supreme Court has allowed it to stay in place for now ..read more
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2w ago
Brown chatted with Cascade PBS about her approach to a $50M city deficit, gaining community trust and the 50th anniversary of Expo ’74 ..read more
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2w ago
The state’s other living three-term governor, 98, was recognized by the group that coordinates energy development in the Columbia Basin ..read more
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2w ago
After Evans' appearance at a Northwest Power and Conservation Council meeting, Venice Buhain and Knute Berger discuss his impact on Washington ..read more
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1M ago
Tammy Morales is proposing the Connected Communities program to incentivize construction of affordable housing and amenities through looser zoning rules ..read more
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1M ago
As federal relief money dries up, cities and counties can’t keep up with inflation. Officials suggest removing limits on one crucial revenue source ..read more
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1M ago
Under the new map, the Latino-majority district unites Latino communities from East Yakima in Yakima County to Pasco in Franklin County ..read more