News Washington psychologist accused of $125K in wage theft Synergia CEO Philip Hirsch has a decades-old history of allegedly shortchanging workers, who say part of the problem was a lack of oversight. by Kaylee Tornay InvestigateWest / May 15, 2023
Politics Crosscut Ideas Festival: Michael Cohen on Trump and consequences The 45th president's personal lawyer and “fixer” pulls no punches about shady dealings and ongoing legal troubles. by Cascade PBS Newsroom Staff / May 14, 2023
Politics WA lawmakers’ ‘year of housing’ could ease the affordability crisis The Legislature passed 10 laws and put $1 billion toward one of Washington’s most pressing problems: a statewide lack of accessible shelter. by Joseph O’Sullivan / May 12, 2023
News Crosscut Ideas Festival: Michael Barbaro on truth, lies and news The host of the New York Times' podcast The Daily explains why covering falsehoods is an existential problem for journalism. by Gavin Borchert / May 12, 2023
Politics Washington to invest $21M in abortion, reproductive health care 'Historic' state budget funding will go toward medical personnel, new provider training, clinic security and other resources. by Megan Burbank / May 11, 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
News Charity or business? Some consumers still confused by Value Village The Bellevue-based for-profit thrift store chain won a lawsuit over its marketing approach, but nonprofit competitors aren't happy. by Francesca Lyman / May 10, 2023
Environment Washington scablands tour explores Native history, sacred sites Colville elder Randy Lewis leads a day-long bus trip through the canyons, columns and geological structures that hold special meaning for local tribes. by Dominick Bonny / May 9, 2023
News Families of missing Indigenous people have an ally in Roxanne White White's own journey led her to organize searches for lost loved ones and events like the May 6 march. by Luna Reyna / May 5, 2023
Politics WA passed a 'Voting Rights Act 2.0' bill. Here's what's in it The new law, which has already been applied to a case in Yakima, expands voter protections — but not without criticism. by Mai Hoang / May 4, 2023