Environment Support for this article is provided by Pacific Science Center. Nick on the Rocks: The secret summit of Washington’s Mount Index The mountain’s namesake granite was used to build Seattle’s iconic Smith Tower and is coveted by climbers. But its peak is made of a much older rock. by Adam Brown / December 27, 2024
News After 5 years, has Cosmic Crisp paid off for Washington growers? Exclusively grown in the Evergreen State, the apple drew intense interest from the fruit industry. But the supply might be outpacing the demand. by Mai Hoang / December 26, 2024
Culture Your Last Meal | The Leftovers with Jonathan Van Ness & Tan France Enjoy a few extra bites with your favorite guests, as host Rachel Belle shares fresh audio from the cutting-room floor. by Rachel Belle / December 26, 2024
Environment How damming the Columbia River transformed Central Washington The river's dams drive electricity, flood control and commercial ships, and also helped turn the desert east of the Cascades into fruitful land. by Henry Brannan The Columbian / December 25, 2024
Investigations Most WA nurses report getting breaks — advocates are skeptical A new law aims to ease strain on health care staff by requiring hospital break-tracking. Some workers say the reported compliance rate seems too high. by Lizz Giordano / December 24, 2024
Author Henry Brannan Henry Brannan is a WSU Murrow Fellow. Brannan covers the Columbia River for The Columbian in Vancouver and The Daily News in Longview.
News Virginia Mason cuts reproductive health care after merger Since the hospital joined with a Catholic system, the birth center has shuttered and employee insurance soon won’t cover abortions and vasectomies. by Megan Burbank / December 23, 2024
News The Newsfeed: A remarkable rebound for a Seattle basketball mentor After suffering a stroke, Donald Watts Jr. is back in the paint coaching at the foundation he started with his SuperSonics father, Slick Watts. by Paris Jackson / December 20, 2024
News Mayor Harrell picks Wisconsin chief Shon Barnes to lead Seattle PD The Madison chief says his goal in Washington’s largest city will be to work on community/police relations. by Josh Cohen / December 20, 2024 / Updated: Dec. 20, 2:05 p.m.
Politics WA lawmakers fight to keep public records hidden — on your dime How much has the Legislature paid private attorneys to defend against lawsuits over its use of “legislative privilege”? by Shauna Sowersby / December 20, 2024