News 1 in 4 Washingtonians could need food assistance soon Nonprofits and government agencies are spending millions every week to meet a historic need in the wake of record-breaking unemployment. by Emily McCarty / May 7, 2020
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Why you can’t band together A reader asks: Can my band go to the recording studio together if we practice social distancing? by Ted Alvarez / May 7, 2020
Inside Crosscut Human Elements helped us learn the curiosity and humility of scientists PNW scientists went into the woods, ocean and outer space. We followed them. by Ted Alvarez / May 5, 2020
News With little PPE, in-home caregivers are essential but exposed Left in the lurch, caregivers risk their lives to keep clients safely at home: ‘You don't get any more front line than being in somebody's bedroom.’ by Emily McCarty / April 30, 2020
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Quarantine goals A reader asks: What exactly is the goal of quarantine, and are we there yet? by Ted Alvarez / April 30, 2020
News Small town activists show up big for Black Lives Matter Rural towns in Washington saw anywhere from 30 to 1,300 participants. In one town, that accounted for more than 50% of the population. by Emily McCarty / June 19, 2020
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Hug it out A reader asks: When will it be safe to hug our loved ones? by Ted Alvarez / June 18, 2020
News AR-15s complicate anti-racism protests across Washington While some businesses are asking for armed help, others say they want none of it. Residents, police and city officials are also feeling the tension. by Emily McCarty / June 17, 2020
News For community health clinics, one medical crisis could cause another The coronavirus is depleting the financial reserves of many rural clinics, which are often the only health care choices for low-income patients. by Emily McCarty / June 11, 2020
Environment Apocalypse: Now What? Seattle has never been normal A reader asks: Will Seattle survive this chaotic period? With the help of Knute Berger, we look to history for answers. by Ted Alvarez / June 12, 2020