Environment Washington’s climate woes: First wildfires, then debris flow Dry soil in burn scars can lead to roaring earthen rivers that are more powerful than mudslides. by Kylie Mohr High Country News / November 16, 2023
Environment Already-endangered WA salmon may take a hit from flooding As region's rivers overflowed from historic rainfall, the next generation of the struggling fish may have been swept away, too. by Kylie Mohr High Country News / December 23, 2021
Environment Wildfire smoke disrupts flight of migrating birds The Tule geese's journey from Alaska to central Oregon took twice as long in 2020 due to megafires and smoke. by Kylie Mohr High Country News / November 18, 2021
Politics More fuel for the protesters: profiteering on health care Do as doctor says! by Hubert Locke / October 6, 2011
Politics Arizona stirs another critical debate Sheriff Clarence Dupnik speaking at an event by Hubert Locke / January 20, 2011
Politics Beep-beep: a car-user's manifesto Pronto! bikes at Occidental Park by Hubert Locke / October 7, 2010
Politics It's hard to understand opposition to Chief Diaz for being an insider Seattle Police Chief John Diaz by Hubert Locke / July 28, 2010
Politics The real Gingrich game: racial code words The South Carolina primary has brought an ugly turn in the election appeals by the GOP. Sadly, it's a path that has been well prepared. by Hubert Locke / January 23, 2012
Politics Remembering David Olson, a true 'university citizen' Professor David J. Olson by Hubert Locke / September 17, 2012
Politics We need to rid this state of its 'Stand Your Ground' law The state Supreme Court is trying to compel lawmakers to comply with its 2012 McCleary mandate to fully fund education. by Hubert Locke / May 30, 2012