Opinion
Op-Ed: Reclaiming Tacoma’s Extensive Historic Streetcar Network
Greater Tacoma used to have an enormously expansive streetcar network. With just one line, Tacoma's modern streetcar network has a long way to go to catch up to that rapid transit standard.
Bremerton Considers Bold Housing Reforms in its Comprehensive Plan Update
Reforms being considered by Bremerton as part of this year's major planning update include eliminating parking mandates, removing height limits in downtown, and expanding neighborhoods where additional density is allowed.
Policy Lab: Will Last Progressive in Seattle Turn On the Lights
Seattle City Council President Sara Nelson celebrated a shift to the right and an end to "ideological experimentation." But progressives are pioneering lots of innovative ideas and should be stockpiling programs for friendlier climes. What are yours?
Franz: Mobilize Washington State-Owned Land to Tackle Housing Affordability Crisis
“All Lands, All Hands, All Together” effort could make a dent in housing crisis.
Too many people are feeling it right now – that quiet...
Op-Ed: Washington Needs Bigger Amtrak Cascades Upgrades on a Faster Timeline
WSDOT is mulling boosting Amtrak Cascades service to 16 daily runs, but none of its options tackle the speed and reliability improvements to truly unlock the corridor's potential. A survey open through April 18 is an opportunity to push in that direction.
Heroes and Zeroes of the 2024 Washington State Legislature
Check out our top ten lawmakers who distinguished themselves for good and bad from the 2024 session of the Washington State Legislature.
Op-Ed: Growth Plan Fails to Put Enough Housing for Workers in Seattle
Cloud City Coffee is an anchor in the Maple Leaf business district. Seattle's growth plan isn't what the city needs to allow its employees to live close by.
New Seattle Police Contract Punts on Accountability, Delivers Big 23% Raise
Mayor Harrell's contract would make Seattle police the highest paid in the region, but no more accountable.
The long-awaited new proposed contract between the City...