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SPD May Slow Hiring in 2026 Amid Budget, Training Challenges

Seattle police hiring could slow despite rising officer numbers, as budget pressures and training bottlenecks reshape staffing plans that could affect response across neighborhoods, including the South End.

COLUMN | In Rainier Beach, Not Every Gunshot Means Danger - But It Feels Like It

Caravan of Care Brings Free Health Services to Goodwill on Dearborn

From dental cleanings to ORCA card help, Evergreen Goodwill's outdoor resource fair on Dearborn aims to meet community needs in one place.

The Best Restaurants in Tacoma

Often thought of as Seattle’s southern little sister, Tacoma has surged in population in the last decade, and Washington State’s third-largest city can definitely hold its own against its siblings when it comes to its food scene. From fried chicken and waffles in Lincoln to luscious bagel sandwiches in Edison City, from Vegas-style fine dining […]

Seattle Hip-Hop Walking Map Charts the Central District's Rap Roots

A new Seattle hip-hop walking map charts early rap roots in the Central District, while raising questions about South End history left off the route.

Continued revenue reform is necessary to responsibly “reboot” Washington’s budget: Read NPI’s letter in The Seattle Times

After decades of inaction, Washington's Legislature has finally taken meaningful steps to modernize the state's antiquated, upside down tax code and require the wealthy to pay what they owe. But the job's not done. There's more to do -- and doing it will also allow us to address another looming revenue shortfall responsibly and thoughtfully. Continued revenue reform is necessary to responsibly “reboot” Washington’s budget: Read NPI’s letter in The Seattle Times is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.

COLUMN | Young Seattle Authors Find Their Voices Through the Storybook Project

Reagan Jackson introduces the young writers behind AHSHAY's Storybook Project, a seven-week pilot helping marginalized youth see themselves as authors.

LIVE from Spokane: 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention holds its general session

NPI is providing live updates from the final day of the 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention in Lilac City. The general session is scheduled from 9 AM to possibly 5 PM, with ongoing coverage to keep followers informed throughout the day. LIVE from Spokane: 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention holds its general session is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.

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DNC Chair Ken Martin, U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, and statewide elected officials headline Saturday evening reception at 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention

A spirited evening reception underscored the party’s commitment to year-round organizing, progressive governance, defending public institutions, and confronting the authoritarianism, corruption, and cruelty of the Trump regime. DNC Chair Ken Martin, U.S. Representative Pramila Jayapal, and statewide elected officials headline Saturday evening reception at 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.

Washington State Democratic Party Chair Shasti Conrad discusses 2026 priorities and her work with DNC Chair Ken Martin

In a conversation with reporters at the Washington State Democratic Convention, Conrad emphasized year-round organizing, defending the state Supreme Court, reelecting Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, strengthening state parties under DNC Chair Ken Martin, and sustaining momentum for a responsible, revenue-focused approach to Washington’s budget challenges. Washington State Democratic Party Chair Shasti Conrad discusses 2026 priorities and her work with DNC Chair Ken Martin is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.

2026 Washington State Democratic Convention gets underway with Juneteenth Black Excellence Celebration in Spokane

Delegates and guests heard speeches that highlighted the importance of labor history and civil rights. Headliners included April Sims and Attorney General Nick Brown, who emphasized action and the significance of representation. The event celebrated Black excellence and acknowledged Juneteenth as vital to American history. 2026 Washington State Democratic Convention gets underway with Juneteenth Black Excellence Celebration in Spokane is a post from NPI's Cascadia Advocate, the journal of the Northwest Progressive Institute. Published continuously since March of 2004, NPI's Cascadia Advocate provides thoughtful commentary and analysis on regional, national, and world politics. Keep The Cascadia Advocate going by making a contribution to sustain NPI's research and advocacy here.