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Davison is a white woman with curly hair in a dark blazer. She stands at a lectern in city hall with Sara Nelson behind her.

Op-Ed: Ann Davison and the Republican Politics of Suing Donald Trump

Nathan Rouse makes the case that political expediency, not protecting Seattle’s most vulnerable residents, is the likeliest explanation for Seattle City Attorney Ann Davison's decision to join the lawsuit against Trump budget cuts. Davison is running for reelection and trying to hide her strong Republican ties.
A person on a Brompton folding bike wearing a mask and biking south on Alaskan Way's bike lane near Seneca Street

Seattle’s Waterfront Bike Path Opens After Long Wait

The 1.2-mile bike lane restores a connection along the central waterfront that hasn't existed in years, and is sure to turn into one of the city's most highly-used bike facilities.
Social housing advocates stand on the steps of Seattle City Hall with their house mascot.

How Seattle Social Housing Advocates Campaigned to Victory

House Our Neighbors led a campaign that overcame a flood of corporate cash against them. Here's how they did it, and what comes next to grow social housing in Seattle and ignite a broader movement.
A long line of legislators and other leaders standing on a new segment of SR 509 before a ribbon is cut

Legislature Considers Cutting Highway Expansion Projects to Address Budget Woes

In choosing how to fill a $1 billion budget hole over the next two years, Washington State lawmakers are being forced to take a hard look at deferring or even cancelling some long-planned highway capacity projects.
A group of about about 30 advocates stands on the Capitol steps.

Op-Ed: Why Housing Supply Advocates Should Support Rent Stabilization 

The Washington State Legislature should pass HB 1217 to stabilize rents statewide. This is an important moment for housing supply advocates to show up in support of more stability for tenants. 
Rinck is flanked by Seattle City President Sara Nelson and Tammy Morales.

Seattle and King County Grapple with Federal Disinvestment and Threats

Seattle and King County are reeling from both immediate and anticipated impacts from the second Trump administration. Seattle Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck and King County Councilmember Claudia Balducci are leading efforts to prepare for the volatility and protect community members. 
An aerial shot of North Tacoma neighborhoods with Mount Rainier and the Tacoma Dome in the distance.

Tacoma Rezone Offers Housing Diversity and Path to Breaking Car Dependence

In Tacoma, 62% of housing units are detached single family homes. This overabundance has come at a cost in terms of affordability and urban livability. But recent zoning changes could spur a greater variety of housing.

Constantine Defends Bus Electrification Focus as King County Metro Service Lags

County Executive Dow Constantine says Metro has made the right choices when it comes to balancing service expansion needs with transitioning the fleet toward climate-friendly electric alternatives, even as the agency faces significant financial headwinds in the years to come.