News
New study brings home the danger of fentanyl for WA residents
While public exposure to fentanyl is much less dangerous than using it, a new UW study raises awareness of the drug crisis.
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Politics
WA lawmaker moves to fix system for child sex trafficking victims
A 2020 law was supposed to create two trauma-informed treatment centers for exploited children. They still haven’t opened.
Investigations
Washington’s new youth homelessness ‘Lifeline’ service lags
The $750,000 pilot program has struggled to meet promises after state officials chose a lobbying firm to build the hotline service from scratch.
Culture
All-ages music venue to open at the Angle Lake light-rail station
Inspired by local dance-hall history, The Roadhouse is part of Sound Transit’s public-art initiative.
Politics
Bellingham voters consider minimum-wage hike, tenant protections
Proponents of the initiatives — one similar to a recent Tacoma campaign — say rising housing costs are spurring the policy efforts.