Environment PFAS in Washington’s well water could make you sick ‘Forever chemicals’ linked to ailments from high cholesterol to cancer are in our clearest aquifers — but steep costs pose cleanup challenges. by Andrew Engelson / February 14, 2024
News Puget Sound transit and riders navigate post-pandemic commutes With more people working in-office, local agencies try to make light-rail and bus services more consistent. But they face staff shortages and delays. by Andrew Engelson / March 22, 2024
News WA’s new drug law could help needle exchanges — or restrict them The possession bill passed this year includes $63M for treatment centers. But it also gives local governments the power to regulate them. by Andrew Engelson / November 2, 2023 / Updated at 5 p.m. on Nov. 7
News High grocery costs challenge Washington families, food banks Nearly 29,000 households in King County don’t have enough income to cover household basics, according to data from the University of Washington. by Andrew Engelson / November 21, 2023
Culture Translating Shakespeare for both deaf and hearing audiences Howie Seago, who once had a deaf character written into a Star Trek episode, brings his experience to a Seattle stage. by Hallie Golden / April 16, 2018
Culture Could NHL in Seattle spark an amateur hockey boom? With a team on its way, recreational participation is on the rise and plans for more rinks are under way. by Hallie Golden / December 19, 2018
Culture An ‘accidental cartoonist’ fights racism, hate Cartoonist Vishavjit Singh's new exhibit at Wing Luke Museum addresses the stigma faced by Sikhs in America. by Hallie Golden / May 9, 2018
Culture Glee club for geeks? Local tech firms’ workers launch music groups From Google’s acapella group Googapella to Facebook’s jazz ensemble, it’s difficult to find a tech company without a music group. by Hallie Golden / May 7, 2018
Environment Faith groups hope to make carbon fee a moral and spiritual choice For Earth Ministry, political action to protect the environment is a spiritual calling. by Hallie Golden / September 5, 2018
Politics Could WA politicians force Trump’s hand on tax returns? Lawmakers may consider legislation requiring presidential candidates to show their tax returns. by Hallie Golden / January 16, 2019