Environment A decade after the Oso landslide, WA works to improve preparedness The Snohomish County disaster killed 43 residents in 2014. Today, geologists can better help people get out of harm’s way due to boosts in tech and funding. by Tom Banse Washington State Standard / March 20, 2024
Environment A proposed San Juans sanctuary may offer hope for captive orcas — and risks for wild ones Nonprofit advocates think sea pens will improve the retired killer whales' quality of life. SeaWorld vets disagree. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / July 17, 2019
Environment Salish Sea's 'humpback comeback' is a good sign, but concerns remain More whales mean greater risk of ship strikes and fishing line entanglement. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / August 16, 2019
Environment These giant rats failed mine-sniffing school. Now they have a new career in Tacoma While their relatives are saving lives around the world, Point Defiance's adorable African giant pouched rats are ambassadors for rodents everywhere. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / July 24, 2019
Seattle Weekender: Martin Amis, Dino DNA and Ramayana Martin Amis, Author of Lionel Asbo: State of England by Quin Benzel / September 13, 2012
Seattle Weekender: Chinatown, rough rides, and Bumbershoot happenings Gotye attending the 2012 APRA Awards. He will perform at Bumbershoot on Sept 1. by Quin Benzel / August 29, 2012
Seattle Weekender: Vikings, arts phenoms and rhino tales San Francisco is one city that has adopted the Slideshow Potshow that Seattle created by Quin Benzel / August 16, 2012
Politics White House honoring Rainier Beach High PTSA leader Carlina Brown by Quin Benzel / August 9, 2012
Seattle Weekender: Sallie Ford, the mighty M's, and pickleball Blue Angels fly over Lake Washington by Quin Benzel / August 2, 2012
Tech Sports arena coming down to close calls Chris Hansen, left, with Mayor Mike McGinn during a press event. by Quin Benzel / July 29, 2012