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
The full '$5 Cover: Seattle' project is finally out, and it's worth the wait The Moondoggies by TravisHay / December 27, 2010
Culture Catch EMP's 'Northwest Passage' exhibit while you can EMP's 'Northwest Passage' exhibit includes memorabilia from Seattle's Jackson Street jazz scene of the 1940s. by TravisHay / December 20, 2010
Tech A music-crammed gift guide you can use to shop locally Membership in the Showbox VIP Club is one music-related gift idea. Look, hon, no waiting in line. by TravisHay / December 16, 2010
Northwest music future alive, kicking Great Waves, winner of EMP's 2010 Sound Off! competition by TravisHay / March 8, 2010
Crosscut Tout: No electric guitars at new festival GreenNote music festival, July 24-25, 2010 by TravisHay / January 25, 2010