Environment Idaho, Oregon take different approaches to worker heat deaths As climate change makes summers hotter, PNW states are adopting more protections for outdoor laborers. But one lags behind the rest. by Rachel Spacek InvestigateWest / September 2, 2024
Investigations As teen employment rises in WA, so do youth labor violations Between 2014 and 2022, complaints about working conditions for minors doubled — and one expert thinks this might be just the tip of the iceberg. by Lizz Giordano / August 8, 2024
Equity Out & Back: Reclaiming recreational spaces for BIPOC communities Alison Mariella Désir bucks expectations as she explores outdoor activities that have historically been inaccessible to people of color. by Alison Mariella Désir / July 5, 2024
Out & Back with Alison Mariella Désir Reclaiming recreational spaces for BIPOC communities Alison Mariella Désir bucks expectations as she explores outdoor activities that have historically been inaccessible to people of color. July 5, 2024
Investigations Seattle veterans clinic closes after mold, ceiling leak reports Following a Cascade PBS/NWPB investigation, Sen. Patty Murray and Rep. Adam Smith shared concerns about the conditions of VA Puget Sound's Building 18. by Lizz Giordano & Lauren Gallup / July 3, 2024
Investigations Pierce deputy drove 83 mph in wrong lane during deadly 2020 crash Records show the county settled for $3.5M after deeming the collision highly preventable, demonstrating the vague legal standards for officer driving. by Brandon Block / June 25, 2024
Investigations WA mobile home complaints over rent hikes, policies surged in 2023 The AG’s Office reported an unprecedented number of claims as parks are bought up by corporations and pandemic eviction moratoriums expire. by Farah Eltohamy / June 21, 2024
Investigations Podcast | How building maintenance affects veteran care in Seattle Lizz Giordano and Lauren Gallup discuss their reporting on Puget Sound Veterans Affairs clinic complaints. Plus, what’s changing with Northwest Reports. by Maleeha Syed / June 19, 2024
Investigations Audit finds more problems with how WA spent federal COVID aid A new report found 86 issues, a record number, with how state agencies spent funds, listing documentation deficiencies and $1.17B in questioned costs. by Jacob Jones / June 12, 2024
Investigations Seattle veterans clinic faces complaints over leaks, ventilation “When are we getting out of here?” VA Puget Sound staff allege poor conditions going back to the pandemic, missed move-out dates and retaliation. by Lizz Giordano & Lauren Gallup / June 5, 2024