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
Politics The U.S. Supreme Court is losing the trust of WA voters, poll says Along with court reform, Crosscut/Elway Poll respondents voiced their stance on affirmative action and transgender participation in school sports. by Mai Hoang / April 26, 2023
News Washington wine-grape crop pops off despite a cold, wet spring Ideal conditions in late fall made the 2022 yield the third-largest in recent years. by Mai Hoang / April 14, 2023
Culture PNW hockey teams are backing Pride Nights, despite resistance Some NHL players have rejected the tradition. But the Seattle Thunderbirds junior team (and many enthusiastic fans) embrace their LGBTQ+ community. by Mai Hoang / April 7, 2023 / Updated at 1:25 p.m. April 7
News Spokane's Camp Hope is closing soon. Where will its residents go? A court ruling requires the city, WSDOT and service providers to work together to find an answer, but they differ on how to move forward. by Mai Hoang / March 28, 2023 / Updated at 9:30 a.m. March 30
Politics Following the WA Legislature isn't easy for non-English speakers Interpreter services are available but difficult to access. Lawmakers and advocates want to change that. by Mai Hoang / March 20, 2023
Politics Seguir la Legislatura de Washington no es fácil para personas que no hablan inglés Servicios de interpretación están disponibles pero son de difícil acceso. Legisladores y defensores quieren cambiar esto. by Mai Hoang / March 20, 2023
Politics Washington state may boost 988 hotline funding as demand grows An expanded budget for the new suicide and mental health crisis line would support rapid-response teams and marketing efforts. by Taija PerryCook / March 13, 2023 / Updated at 9:15 a.m. on March 14
Politics This WA bill could make it easier and safer to change your name A proposal that passed the Senate this week would boost privacy for people who are trans or queer, those escaping domestic violence, and refugees. by Taija PerryCook / March 3, 2023
News Some farmers question WA state's plan to pay workers overtime Implementing the 40-hour work week could cause a financial challenge for tree-fruit growers, where mechanization is minimal. by Mai Hoang / February 23, 2023