Environment Nonprofit finds hope against wildfires with unexpected ally: charcoal To capture carbon and jumpstart forest thinning, Methow Valley couple – and Washington taxpayers – bet on biochar. by Mandy Godwin InvestigateWest / September 2, 2021
News Critical race theory: A political debate hits WA schools Many Washington state educators feel the hot-button term is being unduly conflated with teaching anything about race and racism. by Venice Buhain / August 24, 2021
Politics WA mandates vaccines for teachers, other school staff School employees have until Oct. 18 to be fully vaccinated, or they will lose their jobs. by Venice Buhain / August 18, 2021 / Updated at 4:50 p.m. on Aug. 18
Inside Cascade PBS Meet Crosscut’s new education reporter, Venice Buhain She joins our newsroom with an aim to bring an equity lens to the beat, unpacking the promises of a U.S. education. by Venice Buhain / July 13, 2021
News BIPOC Pride event gets support after 'reparations fee' complaint Taking B(l)ack Pride event organizers want to create a safe space for attendees and confront systemic racism by asking white allies to pay a voluntary cover charge. by Venice Buhain / June 25, 2021
News Washington's class of 2021 graduates with a degree in resilience In a year of pandemic and change, this year's high school seniors learned how to support themselves and each other. by Venice Buhain / June 16, 2021
News WA middle schoolers get vaccinated as districts expand access Despite no mandate from school districts or state officials, 30% of Washington children ages 12 to 15 have started the vaccination process. by Venice Buhain / June 8, 2021
Environment A first for Washington, locals advise lawmakers on climate change WA’s first climate assembly sends nearly 150 recommendations to lawmakers by Mandy Godwin / April 16, 2021
Environment Washington hosts first climate assembly in the United States Residents from all over the state begin virtual meetings to decide which climate change solutions to recommend to the Legislature in Olympia. by Mandy Godwin / January 19, 2021
Western Washington wildfire is different — and it’s coming Here's how we prepare. by Mandy Godwin / November 17, 2020
