Seattle Mayor Wilson's decisions around Chief Barnes need scrutiny immediately | Editorial
To regain trust, Mayor Katie Wilson must release all communications between her office and the Seattle Police Department during the Bite of Seattle shooting.
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Treat youth gun violence with the urgency it demands | Editorial
Everyone deserves a second chance and for juveniles even a third chance. But for a child possessing a gun those chances should stop at three.
Inexcusable lack of clarity after Seattle Center shooting from mayor, SPD leadership | Editorial
The Mayor's Office and police must improve communications protocols to avoid spreading misinformation and confusion.
Overcrowded and unsafe, WA youth prisons offer scant rehabilitation | Editorial
The state's system is a national outlier, and not in a good way. It uses unproven risk assessments and outdated housing models. One result: lawsuits.
Here's who The Seattle Times endorses for 26th Legislative District, Position 2 | Editorial
The educator, with an eye toward making Olympia’s spending more effective, is the best choice in the purple district spanning the Key Peninsula to Bremerton.
Here's who The Seattle Times endorses for WA State Supreme Court, Position 4 | Editorial
Sean P. O'Donnell has diverse experience in the courts, as a judge, a prosecutor and a leader in his profession.
Seafair without hydros and Blue Angels? Why not? | Editorial
Traditions change. It's time to consider what Seafair might look like on the first weekend in August without the Blue Angels and hydroplanes.
Seattle U.S. Attorney’s Office is in constitutional crisis, full stop | Editorial
The conflict between federal court in Seattle and the DOJ is a constitutional crisis between the president and the U..S Senate. It's clear who's in...
School starts in six weeks; help Seattle-area kids in need get ready | Editorial
Every summer, Seattle Times readers help students in need go back to class ready to succeed. Lend a hand in this year's School Supplies Fundraising...
Congress must wield its power and end pointless war in Iran | Editorial
Though Trump and Hegseth may have sidestepped Congress’ power to approve war, the legislative branch still holds the purse strings.
Seattle an enviro city? Doesn't seem that way at City Hall | Editorial
The Seattle City Council is weighing whether to strip residents of the right to appeal zoning changes. Voters should pay attention.
WA stands its ground against threats to voting; here's what we all can do | Editorial
It's up to voters to make sure their ballots are marked correctly and send them in early. There's a part all can play to protect...
Here’s who The Seattle Times endorses for 33rd Legislative District, Position 1 | Editorial
Edwin Obras has drawn from his local government experience to become an effective representative of the 33rd District. He deserves to be reelected.
Here's who The Seattle Times endorses for WA 26th Legislative District, Position 1 | Editorial
Voters should send a smart and principled lawmaker with a finely-tuned ear to his district back to Olympia.
Seattle Times editorial board endorsements: Aug. 4, 2026, primary | Editorial
The Seattle Times editorial board recommendations are offered for consideration as you, the voter, do your homework.
Here’s who The Seattle Times endorses for WA Supreme Court Position 5 | Editorial WATCH
In a field of strong candidates, Thurston County Superior Court Judge Sharonda Amamilo is the best candidate for state Supreme Court Position 5.
Here's who The Seattle Times endorses for 33rd Legislative District, Position 2 | Editorial
Alex Andrade would bring to Olympia the experience of a job creator and business taxpayer, and two years of Burien City Council experience.
Here's who The Seattle Times endorses for WA State Senate, 43rd Legislative District | Editorial
State Sen. Jamie Pedersen represents the 43rd Legislative District. He deserves reelection but must better balance politics with responsible governing.
Here's what The Seattle Times recommends for Prop. No. 1, property tax levy for the Seattle Public Library | Editorial
If this levy passes as proposed, it will leave the city with severely curtailed abilities to ask voters for any other funding