Biden is embracing Israel. So far, he doesn't have much to show for it politically President Biden has shown strong support for Israel in the wake of a deadly attack by Hamas, even traveling to the region. But it isn't making political waves in a deeply divided America. Domenico Montanaro
Crime emerges as a top issue for Seattle voters and candidates in 2023 Is the change in voters' moods having any discernable impact on this year’s Seattle City Council races? Andy Hurst
Here's what happened during Biden's Israel trip President Biden paid a quick visit to Israel that become more fraught after an explosion at a Gaza hospital killed hundreds of people and sparked protest across the region. Mara Liasson
North Seattle Council candidates are miles apart on police funding, drug law In a series of polite but pointed exchanges on key issues facing Seattle, social equity consultant ChrisTiana ObeySumner and retired Judge Cathy Moore staked out strikingly different positions in a high-speed candidate event this week at KUOW. Libby Denkmann
KUOW's District Dash: A Seattle City Council deep dive for busy people Seattle voters have some big decisions on their hands. Seven City Council districts are up for election on Nov. 7th. And KUOW is here to help you make sense of it all. KUOW Staff
Congressmember Jayapal joins call for ceasefire in Israel and Gaza In a statement posted to social media, the Washington Democrat joined several other representatives to advocate for, at a minimum, a temporary cessation in the fighting to save civilian lives. Katie Campbell
Jordan struggles to get votes for gavel, some Republicans float temporary speaker The House of Representatives remains paralyzed as House Republicans continue to be sharply divided about a path forward to elect the next speaker. Rep. Jordan's nomination goes to a second vote. Claudia Grisales
What Republican presidential candidates are saying about the Israel-Hamas war Israel is a cornerstone of GOP foreign policy and presidential hopefuls are seeking to stand out from the crowded field as they proclaim their views on Israel, Hamas and the Middle East. Jeongyoon Han
What you need to know about Biden's wartime trip to Israel President Biden is in Tel Aviv on Wednesday as Israel gets ready for a ground invasion against Hamas in Gaza. But after a deadly explosion at a Gaza hospital, Biden canceled plans to go to Jordan. Deepa Shivaram
Susan Glasser on whether Biden will maintain his support for Israel NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Susan Glasser about Biden's position after the Hamas attacks and Israel's response and the challenges U.S. presidents face in dealing with the Israel-Palestinian conflict. Patrick Jarenwattananon
