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The Urbanist
about 2 hours
Issaquah Councilmembers Push for Bolder Options as Housing Reforms Ramp Up
A bill scaling back building requirements for upper-level "stepbacks" and outdoor balconies was approved last week, but with two dissenting votes. In voting against, Councilmembers Kevin Nichols and Tola Marts cited the need to look at the full range of bold options for potential housing reforms.
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Is this the end for Graham Platner?
The implosion of Platner's campaign, which happened rapidly after the oyster farmer was credibly accused of sexual assault, may end up being a gift for Democrats, contrary to the "Dems-in-Disarray" narrative that Beltway reporters are so enamored with. Is this the end for Graham Platner? 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.
Seattle Met
about 24 hours
A Seattle-Themed Crossword Puzzle
A game with more east-west connections than our public transit system.
The Urbanist
1 day
Facing an Existential Budget Crisis, an Eastside Enclave Considers Emergency Valve
Clyde Hill voters are set to be asked to approve a 69% city property tax hike this November, to avoid municipal bankruptcy looming as soon as 2030. Without such a move, city officials say, Clyde Hill could cease to exist.
The Urbanist
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Seattle Advances Design for Leary Way Bikeway, While Advocates Push for Shilshole
SDOT recently released 60% designs for a two-way protected bike lane along Leary Way NW and invited feedback in a survey open through July 15. Dan Strauss has touted the connection as a way to finally fill the Missing Link, but not everyone is on board with the idea.
Seattle Met
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Tasty Trends and Fusty Fads This Summer
The hottest and nottest in the local food scene right now.
The Urbanist
3 days
Op-Ed: Why Spokane Needs to Keep Its Transit Momentum
Spokane County voters have an opportunity to fund transit service with a 0.2% sales tax renewal on their August 4th ballot. Here's how you can help put the measure over the top.
NW Progressive Institute
3 days
Last Week In Congress: How Cascadia’s U.S. lawmakers voted (June 30th — July 3rd)
The week's major votes included House passage of the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act (H.R. 7757) and the TRIA Program Reauthorization Act (H.R. 7128), along with the rejection of H. Con. Res. 108, a resolution to require the removal of U.S. soldiers from hostilities in Lebanon. Last Week In Congress: How Cascadia’s U.S. lawmakers voted (June 30th — July 3rd) 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.
The Urbanist
4 days
Holiday Video: Vancouver, Seattle Top CityNerd List of World Cup 2026 Host Cities
CityNerd's Ray Delahanty put Vancouver, B.C. first and Seattle second, well ahead of other host cities, in his ranking of World Cup 2026 stadiums. Check out the video to see what sets them apart from more unfortunate sites.
NW Progressive Institute
4 days
The Declaration of Independence, two hundred and fifty later, on America’s semiquincentennial
This Fourth of July, take a few minutes to read the Declaration of Independence. The Declaration of Independence, two hundred and fifty later, on America’s semiquincentennial 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.
NW Progressive Institute
5 days
A “breaking point” for The Stranger? 2026 Top Two election endorsements draw sharp backlash from readers and activists
The Stranger’s surprise picks in key Seattle midterm legislative and congressional races are drawing criticism from progressive leaders who say the publication’s once-formidable endorsement credibility is eroding. A “breaking point” for The Stranger? 2026 Top Two election endorsements draw sharp backlash from readers and activists 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.
NW Progressive Institute
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Another victory for voting justice, just in time for July Fourth: Jim Walsh’s IP26-500 voter elimination scheme fails to qualify
Walsh's initiative sought to force Washington's thirty-nine counties to carry out a mass purge of the voter rolls before the 2027 general election. Despite using party resources for promotion, Walsh couldn't gather enough signatures by the July 2nd due date. He was left to watch as Brian Heywood submitted signatures for a measure to overturn the million-dollar earners tax while his own measure died. Another victory for voting justice, just in time for July Fourth: Jim Walsh’s IP26-500 voter elimination scheme fails to qualify 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.