The problem of burnout and high turnover predates the pandemic. But COVID-19 amplified challenges as shelters closed, counselors had to meet with clients via video chat and isolation increased clients’ mental health...

Council spokesperson Dana Robinson-Slote confirmed to Crosscut that Juarez does not intend to run for re-election next year. Robinson-Slote wrote, “It’s a conversation that has been underway for some time now, and...

The Washington Legislature has made several attempts over the years to provide rail workers with unpaid sick leave. Sen. Patty Kuderer (D-Bellevue) sponsored legislation to prohibit companies from disciplining workers for taking...

The budget increases Seattle Police Department funding while making key investments in other public safety and social service programs. It also continues the annual trend of increasing money for affordable housing, and...

Real estate isn’t the only factor. The city’s sweetened beverage tax will come up $4.49 million short by 2024. A shortfall of retail sales, Business and Occupation taxes and other revenue will...

Oct. 31, 2022 marked the end of those states of emergency at the state level and in the city of Seattle. Most restrictions had already been phased out, both because of improvements...

Ferrell also wants to use the role to lobby for changes in Olympia that he said would help police and prosecutors do their jobs. He wants to see changes to Washington’s ban...

Mayor Bruce Harrell released his proposed $7.4 billion, 2023-2024 budget on Sept. 27. It reflects promises Harrell has made around policing and public safety, affordable housing, encampment clearing, basic city services, supporting...