News New rules put Puget Sound's urban trees in private hands Because the majority of the region's trees are in residential neighborhoods, responsibility for maintaining canopy coverage is shifting to homeowners. by Lizz Giordano / August 31, 2022
Environment The dream of high speed rail in the PNW may finally be on the horizon Rail advocates argue new lines will grow the economy, shrink mobility inequalities and help decarbonize the region. by Lizz Giordano / November 18, 2021
Politics As Puget Sound region grows, park and rides fill up The region faces big questions about how to meet demands for parking spots near transit — and who should pay. by Lizz Giordano / March 29, 2018
Environment Whidbey locals ask: Is the drinking water safe? Catherine Andrews of Coupeville collects water samples from her well to be tested by an environmental group concerned about the Navy's limited response to the discovery of contamination by... by Lizz Giordano / May 10, 2017
Politics The Gates Foundation opens its gates, or a few windows A window on the work done in the foundation offices behind. by Dick Nelson / March 27, 2012
Environment Voters aside, Seattle is full speed ahead on rail Cute to go at South Lake Union by Dick Nelson / November 20, 2011
Politics How a South Korean trade pact would impact the Northwest Why would the Port of Seattle, self-proclaimed Green Gateway, agree to host Shell's Arctic drilling fleet? by Dick Nelson / August 31, 2011
Culture How to turn our weather into a tourism asset The locals will know you're a tourist. by Dick Nelson / August 17, 2011
