Environment Washington could soon have a battery stewardship program Battery manufacturers operating in the state will be responsible for making the recycling process easier and cheaper for consumers. by Hannah Weinberger / April 20, 2023
News Attorney General Bob Ferguson on using his platform to pursue justice No matter who’s in power in the other Washington, Ferguson says he’s still busy suing the federal government and advocating for the rights of Washingtonians. by Hannah Weinberger / May 9, 2022
Politics Washington schools don't have to teach sex education. That could soon change Advocates hope legislation requiring comprehensive K-12 sexual health education will be successful in 2020. by Liz Brazile / December 13, 2019 / Updated December 17, 2019 at 12:44 p.m.
Environment Volkswagen settlement funds to pay for WA’s newest electric buses State officials see the money from VW as offering "a critical opportunity" to put more zero-emission vehicles, including school buses, on the streets. by Hannah Weinberger / June 18, 2019 / Updated June 19, 2019 at 10:40 a.m.
Equity Despite state policy changes, WA schools still disproportionately discipline students of color The latest data show that while public school discipline rates have been trending downward statewide, disparities persist in who is being punished. by Jen Dev & Liz Brazile / May 24, 2019 / Updated June 24, 2019 at 11:07 a.m.
Equity WA schools to make advanced classes more accessible to students — but will it close the opportunity gap? A new law will automatically enroll students who meet or exceed state standards in the classes. Advocates say it doesn’t go far enough. by Liz Brazile / May 16, 2019
Politics Facing cuts, Seattle school librarians fight to save their budget Seattle Public Schools plans to cut 24 librarians from full-time to part-time next school year due to projected budgeting shortfalls. by Liz Brazile / April 5, 2019
News Could Seattle schools find a better way to make up snow days? After numerous cancellations and with more snow in the forecast, area schools are weighing options to make up the days. by Liz Brazile / February 15, 2019
Environment Can this woman save biking in Washington state? Cyclists say our bike infrastructure leaves much to be desired. WSDOT's Barb Chamberlain wants to fix that. by Hannah Weinberger / February 12, 2019
Politics Tacoma teens won’t wait for adults to solve the city’s problems The mayor's Youth Engagement Task Force wants to bring civility back to politics by training young people how to talk about hot-button issues. by Liz Brazile / February 11, 2019
