politics
Latino voters file lawsuit over Washington redistricting plan
A coalition of Yakima Valley voters says the redrawn 15th Legislative District dilutes Latino voter strength by excluding key Latino communities.
Mai Hoang
Mai Hoang is the Central/Eastern Washington reporter for Cascade PBS, where she seeks to provide a broader perspective on what is happening east of the Cascades.
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A year into Biden's term, WA immigrants stay mired in uncertainty
With immigration policy going nowhere, advocates and immigrants seize new ways to make progress.
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Seattle group brings Krampus to Leavenworth holiday celebration
Bad children beware. Krampus Seattle started out in haunted houses and was invited this year to join the holiday revelry in WA's Bavarian-themed town.
Environment
Yakima residents aim to boost walkability with new Mile Loop concept
Although the Central Washington city's car culture reigns, intentional planning in similar small cities might be the ticket to getting environmental best practices to stick.
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The Sawant recall election is relatively small but its audience is huge
Those who want to recall Kshama Sawant say it's about holding her accountable. Her supporters see it as an attack on the socialist council member's progressive policies.