Environment Wildlife advocates skeptical of WA wolf count As the state considers removing the species’ endangered status, some argue that the Colville Tribe’s recent population estimate is implausibly high. by Alex Brown & Laurel Demkovich Washington State Standard / July 16, 2024
Indigenous Affairs Federal project presents Yakama Nation with a double-edged sword A consultation process opens the door for tribes to have a say in federal projects — but only if they’re willing to publicly disclose sacred knowledge. by B. "Toastie" Oaster High Country News and ProPublica / July 5, 2024
Indigenous Affairs Cowlitz Tribe youth help lead this year’s First Salmon Ceremony “It’s what we do to thank the salmon for what they give,” said Lydia Hodges, 15, part of the new generation carrying on the sacred ritual. by Nika Bartoo-Smith Underscore + ICT / June 24, 2024
Inside Cascade PBS Meet the team behind the visual artistry of Black Arts Legacies Our photographer and videographer — creatives in their own right — offer a glimpse into the making of Season 3. by Jas Keimig / June 11, 2024
News Podcast | Meet Samuel Wolfe, the Origins season three filmmaker Wolfe and his team will focus the five-part docuseries on reefnet fishing and its significance to PNW Indigenous communities. by Maleeha Syed / May 22, 2024
Indigenous Affairs New Indigenous-led PacSci exhibit connects humans and pollinators The living pathway invites Pacific Science Center guests to form relationships with their surrounding environment through observation. by Skylar Stekly / May 16, 2024
Indigenous Affairs How the case of a missing Indigenous teen fell through the cracks No one was looking for Kit Nelson-Mora, despite warning signs, until a friend contacted police over a year after their disappearance in Omak. by Kelsey Turner InvestigateWest / February 14, 2024
Indigenous Affairs The Boldt Decision’s impact on Indigenous rights, 50 years later The landmark 1974 case ordered Washington to uphold its treaties, affirm Indigenous salmon fishing rights and recognize Native nations’ sovereignty. by Nicholas K. Geranios / February 12, 2024
Indigenous Affairs Washington State University earns $15M a year on stolen land A Grist report reveals that over the past 150 years, WSU has collected at least $1B in profit from land taken from 21 Indigenous nations. by Venice Buhain / February 7, 2024
Environment Human Elements: Elk hunting on a changing Colville Reservation Salmon Chief Darnell Sam goes bow-hunting and shares how his cultural relationship with first foods and environmental stewardship are intertwined. by Sarah Hoffman / February 5, 2024