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
Opinion Juneteenth: The next wave of emancipation Seattleites reflect on freedom, resistance and joy to honor the day liberation from slavery finally arrived, over two years after Emancipation. by Reagan Jackson / June 19, 2020
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
Opinion Seattle media may be a 'dumpster fire,' but it can be saved by Drew Atkins / December 13, 2016
'Michelle Obama ain’t the only fantastic woman of color' Anastascia Tolbert in character for "9 Ounces" during a performance at Hugo House. Gay City will present the show this weekend. by Reagan Jackson / December 13, 2016
Opinion Best of 2016: Exacting revenge for the West Seattle tree massacre A rough outline of the affected area. by Drew Atkins / December 28, 2016
Culture Best of 2016: The making of a burlesque dancer What a Burlesque 101 class taught me about my body, beauty and friends who aren’t afraid to glitter your butt by Reagan Jackson / December 29, 2016
Politics Best of 2016: Washington's lead poisoning problem, explained by Drew Atkins / December 27, 2016