Environment King County must take swifter action to save salmon, auditor says The Fish Passage Restoration Program was supposed to remove barriers like road culverts, but a new report finds it may fail to reach its goals. by Scarlet Hansen / March 19, 2024
Equity Out & Back | Diving into healing-oriented BIPOC swimming lessons Chandrika Francis of Oshun Swim School helps Alison face her fears and dip her toes into the water by highlighting its calming powers. by Alison Mariella Désir / March 15, 2024
Politics Legislature decides WA schools should include LGBTQ+ history SB 5462 would require state curricula to teach the perspectives and experiences of historically marginalized groups. by Scarlet Hansen / March 14, 2024
Politics 2024 WA Legislature passes bills on guns, environment, education Yet lawmakers failed to advance most housing initiatives. From AI task forces to child marriage, here is how some standout bills fared. by Donna Gordon Blankinship & Scarlet Hansen / March 11, 2024
Equity Out & Back: How Black riders helped protect our National Parks Alison saddles up with Geordan Newbill, president of Buffalo Soldiers of Seattle, to discuss the organization and the history of servicemen of color. by Alison Mariella Désir / March 8, 2024
Politics A heap of housing bills failed in WA’s legislative session Proposals concerning rent stabilization and increased housing density died this time, in contrast to 2023’s “year of housing” when 10 passed. by Scarlet Hansen / March 7, 2024 / Updated at 3:40 p.m. on March 7
Politics How the Israel/Hamas war influenced a WA genocide education bill The proposal failed over a debate about the curriculum, its development and inclusivity. by Scarlet Hansen / March 5, 2024
Politics Many WA youth exiting mental health treatment face homelessness Shelter resources are scarce for unhoused young adults completing inpatient care. HB 1929 would establish at least two residential programs for them. by Scarlet Hansen / March 1, 2024 / Updated at 2:45 p.m. on April 3
Equity Out & Back: Finding comfort while camping at Oregon's Lake Timothy Alison Mariella Désir didn’t think the activity was for her — until Lestarya Molloy, founder of Fridie Outdoors, showed her it can feel safe and cozy. by Alison Mariella Désir / March 1, 2024
Equity Out & Back: The tranquility of birdwatching in Seward Park Alison Mariella Désir takes to the new activity like a duck to water, watching for bald eagles and wigeons on a walk with birder Armand Lucas. by Alison Mariella Désir / February 23, 2024