News In rural Washington, patients travel hours for basic healthcare Local physicians and researchers say long-term solutions like new training programs could help bridge the access gap. by Megan Burbank / March 28, 2024 / Updated at 1 p.m. on March 28
Politics Washington to invest $21M in abortion, reproductive health care 'Historic' state budget funding will go toward medical personnel, new provider training, clinic security and other resources. by Megan Burbank / May 11, 2023
News SCOTUS ruling on abortion pill isn't a victory, WA advocates say After the Supreme Court blocked new restrictions on mifepristone, next steps in Washington state are confusing and complicated. by Megan Burbank / April 27, 2023
News Rulings in WA, Texas could set up new Supreme Court abortion debate AG Bob Ferguson sued to prevent new restrictions on mifepristone, conflicting with a Texas judge's decision to revoke the drug's FDA approval. by Megan Burbank / April 11, 2023
Politics Washington state considers banning over-the-counter rape kits At-home sexual-assault kits are marketed as an option for survivors who may not report to law enforcement, but aren't admissible as evidence in court. by Megan Burbank / March 7, 2023 / Updated at 11:20 a.m. on March 7
News New study brings home the danger of fentanyl for WA residents While public exposure to fentanyl is much less dangerous than using it, a new UW study raises awareness of the drug crisis. by Megan Burbank / October 26, 2023
Politics Ballot measures: a Western anachronism and lazy democracy Conceived a century ago as a check on government power and corporate cronyism, initiatives and referenda have more often than not been co-opted by those in power. It's also an easy out for elected... by Ted Van Dyk / November 2, 2007
Tech Can anybody fix the Oregon Symphony? Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini, shown here on tour in France. (pinkmartini.com) by Stephen Marc Beaudoin / November 1, 2007
Politics Sam Adams will use arts as a major theme in the Portland mayor's race Portland Mayor Sam Adams by Stephen Marc Beaudoin / October 3, 2007
Tech Portland's expressive marathon The 11-day Time Based Art Festival was exhausting as usual but, event for event, not as consistently inspiring as last year's. by Stephen Marc Beaudoin / September 19, 2007