Environment In 'Grouse,' one odd bird helps explain WA's political divisions Seattle journalist Ashley Ahearn's move to the Methow Valley inspired a podcast that seeks to understand her rural neighbors through the controversial sage grouse. by Hannah Weinberger / September 25, 2020
Environment When White Salmon, WA, had the world’s worst air quality For the residents of a small town bordering Oregon, this weekend’s smoke felt like “the apocalypse was happening right here.” by Hannah Weinberger / September 18, 2020
Environment Washington state is getting a new marine wildlife hospital For years, marine mammal responders have operated without easy access to a crucial facility. But in September, that changes. by Hannah Weinberger / September 15, 2020 / Updated at 3:51 p.m. on September 15, 2020
Environment New book explores how we shape Puget Sound — and how it shapes us In ‘Homewaters,’ author David Williams looks at how humans have shaped the natural environment of Puget Sound, often at the environment’s expense. by Hannah Weinberger / February 1, 2021 / Updated at 3p.m. on February 1, 2020
Environment Washington experts on the hard-won lessons of COVID’s first year From treating patients to tracking the virus to vaccinations, health workers reflect on what they’ve learned and the challenges ahead. by Hannah Weinberger / January 22, 2021
Environment How far Washington has to go to make roads safe for everyone The state needs to spend $5.7 billion to fix roads for cyclists and pedestrians, a draft transportation plan says. by Hannah Weinberger / January 14, 2021
Environment Raining champions: 4 PNW weather bloggers you should read Cliff Mass isn't for everyone. Fortunately there are other smart people in the region with their eyes on the skies. by Hannah Weinberger / September 2, 2020 / Updated at 8:07 a.m on September 2, 2020
Inside Crosscut The emotional roller-coaster of reporting on orca pregnancy in Puget Sound Science reporter Hannah Weinberger finds more to worry about when exploring happy orca news. by Hannah Weinberger / September 1, 2020
Environment Here’s what pregnant orcas are up against in Puget Sound Tahlequah’s baby bump has whale watchers excited. But is it too soon to celebrate? by Hannah Weinberger / August 28, 2020
Environment UW research shows racism and redlining hurt local wildlife, too A team of researchers led by UW scientists exposes how systemic racism physically alters ecosystems for the worse. by Hannah Weinberger / August 20, 2020