Politics Inslee, environmentalists want aggressive action on climate, including a clean fuel standard They call this year’s Washington legislative session an opportunity to complete unfinished business. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / January 14, 2020
Politics WA lawmakers want to fund solutions for healthier soil — and less gassy cows Bipartisan proposals before the state legislature would help scientists learn about storing carbon in soils and invest in GPS-guided tractors and climate-friendly cattle feed. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / February 20, 2020
Environment Coronavirus could make fighting Washington wildfires harder Agencies that prepare for wildfires and recruit firefighters are busy responding to the pandemic. That could be a problem come summer. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / March 27, 2020
Environment Climate bills in WA a ‘comprehensive failure’ in 2020, critics say Key legislation to cut carbon emissions died, while goal-setting bill offers no path to reach target. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / March 25, 2020
Environment WA lawmakers pave the way for electric cars, but activists want more As the legislative session comes to a close, the green lobby is pushing lawmakers to do more to take on climate change. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / March 10, 2020
Politics What makes a great public space? More blue trees at Westlake by jaywalljasper / September 2, 2012
Politics Obamacare is no miracle drug for minority Americans The National Korean American Service and Education Consortium and other groups campaigned for including immigrants in health care reform legislation. by Collin Tong / July 26, 2012
Culture A different road map from Rick Steves Rick Steves, spotted at a train station in Italy's Cinque Terre region (2008). by Collin Tong / July 12, 2012
Environment How Seattle helps with world's water challenges Pam Elardo, center left, with Nepalese women. by Collin Tong / April 10, 2012
UW study shows promise of quicker autism diagnosis Autistic children often engage in repetitive behavior. by Collin Tong / May 7, 2012