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Week in Review: August 15, 2025 - with David Kroman

Business tax overhaul coming to November ballot. Council acts to expand surveillance despite concerns. Seattle economic forecast improves but warns of risks. Groups sue to get Tacoma $20 minimum wage initiative on ballot. Moderate incumbents face significant challenges in the general election.

Week in Review: August 8, 2025 - with Josh Cohen

Seattle voters delivered a decisive message for change in Tuesday's primary election, with progressive challengers leading incumbent Mayor Bruce Harrell and other moderate office holders in what political observers are calling a sweeping rejection of the current administration's moderate policies.

Hacks & Wonks Producer's Cancer Diagnosis Prompts Early Detection Reminder

Shannon Cheng, longtime producer of the Hacks & Wonks political podcast, has been diagnosed with breast cancer, prompting an important reminder about the critical value of preventative health screenings. Cheng, who has worked as both editor and producer of Hacks & Wonks and has worked alongside Crystal for years, was

Week in Review: July 18, 2025 - with Robert Cruickshank

Ballots arrive for the August 5 primary as new endorsements announced, court bans Denny Blaine nudity, Hot Rat Summer art enforcement controversy, Harrell canceled safety upgrades, expanded surveillance causes concerns, business groups target Democratic legislative seats.

Seattle's Democracy Voucher Program Faces Critical Renewal Vote in August Primary

Proposition 1 would continue nation's only public campaign financing system using vouchers

Week in Review: July 11, 2025 - with Erica Barnett

Assessor Wilson awaits charging decision; anti-Wilson polling emerges; Seattle Council filling vacancy; graffiti bill advances; City seeks to end SPD consent decree; Pierce Sheriff defies law for ICE partnership

Hacks & Wonks Interviews with King County Executive Candidates

Check out the lightning round comparison of King County Executive candidates!

Week in Review: July 4, 2025 - with Josh Cohen

WA faces $36B in Medicaid cuts affecting 640,000 residents from federal budget bill. King County Assessor arrested for alleged stalking. Seattle confirms new police chief amid reform expectations. Council revives housing development incentives and proposes sales tax for public safety funding

Claudia Balducci Details Platform for County Leadership

King County Executive candidate Claudia Balducci outlines her approach to the region's biggest challenges, emphasizing housing affordability, prevention-focused public safety & regional coordination.

Week in Review: June 27, 2025 - with David Kroman

NYC Primary Victory Sparks Seattle Speculation, Major Business Tax Restructure, SPD Gains GPS Tracking Technology, License Plate Readers Raise ICE Data Sharing Concerns, Digital Billboards Approved Amid Debates, Algorithmic Rent Setting Ban, Affordable Housing Crisis Threatens System Stability

Girmay Zahilay Outlines Vision for Executive Role

King County Executive candidate Girmay Zahilay details plans for the region's biggest challenges, including homelessness, public safety & housing affordability.

Week in Review: June 20, 2025 - with Robert Cruickshank

Massive 'No Kings' Protests, State Health Data Shared with ICE, Housing First Program Shows 95% Success Rate, State Cuts Successful Encampment Program, Saka Criticized Over Traffic Safety Dispute, Algorithmic Rent-Setting Software Ban Faces Delays, Seattle Schools Reverses Course on Waitlists

Hacks & Wonks Interviews with Seattle City Council District 2 Candidates

Check out the lightning round comparison of Seattle City Council District 2 candidates!

Week in Review: June 6, 2025 - with Erica Barnett

Seattle Councilmember Cathy Moore resigns, Sawant is challenging Adam Smith, KC Assessor faces calls for resignation, Pride event disrupted by State Patrol, 5th LD legislative appointments