Opinion A law Lorena González devised now benefits her Seattle mayoral campaign Something’s not right about a situation where out-of-state unions can influence local elections, but Seattle-based Amazon can't. by Joni Balter / September 22, 2021
Opinion Why 2021 might be the year of backlash in Seattle city elections Grumpy, agitated, or embarrassed voters do not favor the status quo. They vote for change. by Joni Balter / June 11, 2021
Opinion How Compassion Seattle could shape the mayoral race The authors of the homelessness initiative have pulled a page from the Tim Eyman playbook, using a hot-button issue that could drive turnout and force candidates to take a stand. by Joni Balter / May 24, 2021
Opinion In Seattle mayoral race, top contenders must make a case for change Both Lorena González and Bruce Harrell come with City Hall baggage. by Joni Balter / July 27, 2021
The puppeteer pulling the strings at Doe Bay Fest Kevin Sur performs at Tacoma's Immanuel Presbyterian Church. by Jake Uitti / December 1, 2014
Will Capitol Hill's new arts district really do anything? Rising rents are pushing in on Capitol Hill's thriving arts scene. Can a city program fill the gap? by Jake Uitti / November 18, 2014
The duo orchestrating the ladies of Seattle's music scene From left to right, Erin Ashley, Gaetana Gravallese (SWIM Member and front woman of Each & All), Gloria Gaynor and Elizabeth O'Keefe. by Jake Uitti / November 9, 2014
All-ages Ballard venue, The Josephine, shut down Malaki and Olivia Stahl by Jake Uitti / February 4, 2015
KEXP groundbreaking the beginning of a radio metamorphosis Bass Drum of Death plays at the groundbreaking for KEXP's new Seattle Center home. by Jake Uitti / January 28, 2015