Environment Tribes can hunt on ancestral lands north of U.S. border, Canada says After 10 years of legal battles, the Sinixt tribe won recognition and hunting rights in their traditional homelands across the Canadian border. by Anna V. Smith High Country News / May 11, 2021
Environment The Chinook Indian Nation’s 120-year fight for sovereignty Federal recognition provides tribes with critical health care and education. But there are nations the U.S. refuses to recognize. by Anna V. Smith High Country News / April 7, 2021
Environment A tale of restored tribal lands turns bittersweet in the wake of an Oregon wildfire Tribes who've reclaimed federal lands are learning that the U.S. was a less-than-ideal steward — which puts them at risk for catastrophic wildfires. by Anna V. Smith High Country News / August 21, 2019
Environment At the U.S.-Canada border, an "extinct" tribe hunts for recognition To prove that his Arrow Lakes Band exists, Rick Desautel defied Canadian law to shoot an elk across the border. His case will be heard by their Supreme Court. by Anna V. Smith High Country News / November 1, 2019
Tech What Mars means to Earth NASA's rover Curiosity parachutes successfully down to the surface of Mars. by Mark Anderson / August 8, 2012
Culture Lynda Mapes: The Elwha behind the scenes The journalist and author on the river and the writing. by Mary Bruno / April 30, 2013
Politics Seattle seeks qualified mayor Energetic visionary, adept manager, good listener. If we were "hiring" a new mayor, here are the skills and talents we'd be searching for. by Mary Bruno / April 28, 2013
Politics The Mayor Games: A guide to choosing Seattle's next CEO Tim Burgess campaign headquarters by Mary Bruno / April 28, 2013
Equity Long Way Home: Inside foster care The universe of at-risk kids is vast and varied. by Mary Bruno / July 22, 2013
Bill Lucia (sniff) leaves Crosscut Bill Lucia, a reporter for all seasons. by Mary Bruno / November 10, 2014