Mossback Podcast | Meet Ernest Darling, the proto-hippie of 1907 The Portland-born 'Nature Man' was a regular kid until an illness inspired him to shed his clothes and take to the woods. Fame followed. by Knute Berger & Stephen Hegg / May 12, 2023
Politics Inslee rolls back COVID vaccine mandate for WA state employees The move was one of the governor’s most controversial pandemic orders as nearly 2,000 Washington employees opted out of getting the jab. by Joseph O’Sullivan / May 10, 2023
Mossback Podcast | What Hollywood saw in Seattle The Emerald City has played many film roles, from gritty city to rom-com backdrop. Knute Berger reviews our cinematic history. by Knute Berger & Stephen Hegg / May 5, 2023
Politics Washington Gov. Jay Inslee says he won't run for a fourth term First elected in 2012, Inslee is only the second person to serve three consecutive terms as the state's governor. by Joseph O’Sullivan / May 1, 2023
Politics WA transgender youth bill targeted in national culture war Senate Bill 5599 expands an existing law to cover minors seeking protected healthcare services, including gender-affirming treatment. by Taija PerryCook & Joseph O’Sullivan / May 1, 2023
Mossback Podcast | How giant tree stumps inspired a Northwest craze During the timber boom, opportunists turned the remains of old-growth trees into homes and postcard spectacles. by Knute Berger & Stephen Hegg / April 28, 2023
Politics With assault weapons ban, Washington enters a new era of gun reform Ten years ago, the NRA was feared. But three major laws signed by Gov. Inslee show that Democrats are less reluctant to pass new restrictions. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 27, 2023
Politics WA Legislature fails to pass new drug law; special session likely After two years of unsuccessful negotiations, Washington may not have a law against drug possession starting in July. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 24, 2023
Politics The bills that survived Washington's 2023 legislative session From gun regulations to affordable housing and a new state dinosaur, these are the initiatives that passed — and some that were not so lucky. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 24, 2023
Politics Washington Legislature unveils $69.2B two-year state budget Completed with less than 36 hours left in the 2023 session, the budget boosts funding for state worker wages, special education and climate issues. by Joseph O’Sullivan / April 22, 2023