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Crosscut Now

News and Public Affairs Series / 4 Seasons

From the need-to-know to the want-to-know, news highlights, interviews and more from Crosscut.com.

Watch Latest: S4 E60

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Apr. 5, 2023 - Where the Starbucks union stands post rallies

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As a new CEO takes over, employees of the Seattle-based coffee giant are taking their demands to the street: Stop union-busting and bargain in good faith.

Apr. 5, 2023 - Suquamish use federal cash to build housing

S4 E40 / 1m 15s

After decades of federal assimilation policies, $15 million in American Rescue Plan funding is helping construct affordable housing on their reservation.

Mar. 15, 2023 - Seattle’s Dance Church's national expansion

S4 E33 / 1m 15s

Could the local exercise craze be the next Zumba? With $4.7 million in venture capital, leaders must balance an artist-led mission with national expansion.

Mar. 15, 2023 - Human-services workers underpaid by 37%

S4 E31 / 1m 15s

Seattle homeless outreach, child care and elder care workers are leaving for higher wages, making it harder to provide care for the city’s most vulnerable.

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