Indigenous Affairs The Boldt Decision’s impact on Indigenous rights, 50 years later The landmark 1974 case ordered Washington to uphold its treaties, affirm Indigenous salmon fishing rights and recognize Native nations’ sovereignty. by Nicholas K. Geranios / February 12, 2024
Culture Bag fees, the Nickels economic stimulus plan The Mayor shrewdly taps the chemical industry to save Seattle's economy and its media. Who knew he was that smart? by Jason Shindler / August 3, 2009
Tech Look out, world! Seattle has discovered boycotts Texas state capitol: Don't mess with Seattle, Longhorns. by Jason Shindler / May 20, 2010
Politics King County tax vote: save-the-puppies packaging The sales tax measure going before voters in November is structured to put puppies and law enforcement up front. But is this really the best the county could do? by Jason Shindler / August 10, 2010
Equity WA colleges say Indigenous students need more support post-pandemic Oregon and Montana have offered tuition assistance for American Indian/Alaska Native students, but similar proposals have stalled in Washington. by Nicholas K. Geranios / October 10, 2023 / Updated Nov. 10, 2023
6 quick fixes for Seattle's traffic woes The Solowheel: key to a traffic free future? by Samantha Larson / December 10, 2015
Environment Standing up for salmon in Alaska's boundary waters In southeast Alaska, tribes on both sides of the border unite in opposition to a Canadian mine that threatens ancestral fish runs. by Samantha Larson / November 21, 2018
Environment The impermanence of wonder and whales A lifelong visitor to the San Juan Islands reflects on the southern resident orcas, changing ecosystems and the passage of time. by Samantha Larson / October 29, 2018