Politics New WA rule states abortion care must be provided in emergencies A policy ensuring access to lifesaving procedures performed during miscarriage was started by former Gov. Inslee and will be finalized by Gov. Ferguson. by Megan Burbank / February 24, 2025
News Federal cuts threaten Washington crime victims’ advocacy programs Agencies are hoping Olympia can provide stable funding for the 52,000 state residents who receive resources such as legal aid and crisis intervention. by Megan Burbank / January 7, 2025 / Updated: 440 p.m. January 8, 2025
News The Elephant in the Room: Episode 3 In the final episode of the series, three Washington Republicans react to Donald Trump’s reelection and ponder the future of the state’s GOP. by Sara Bernard & Maleeha Syed / December 18, 2024
News The Elephant in the Room: Episode 2 Follow the team as they head to Bellevue for a Republican election night watch party. As results roll in, attendees share their thoughts. by Maleeha Syed / December 11, 2024
News The Elephant in the Room: Episode 1 A Northwest Reports limited series examines the present and future of Washington’s GOP. In this episode, moderate Republicans talk internal divisions. by Maleeha Syed / December 4, 2024
Politics Bob Ferguson continues fight against abortion pill restrictions In a case with national implications, WA’s governor-elect and officials in 18 states are challenging FDA policies that limit access to mifepristone. by Megan Burbank / November 13, 2024
News Even before Dobbs, Washingtonians sought abortion care in Oregon Bans in other states are exacerbating existing gaps in Washington’s reproductive health care infrastructure, sending many patients to Portland. by Megan Burbank / August 29, 2024
News New report details Dobbs’ grim effect on PNW health care access Bans in other states are overburdening the system as patients flood to West Coast clinics, hindering care for in-state patients. by Megan Burbank / July 30, 2024
News What the latest Supreme Court abortion ruling could mean for WA Emergency abortions can resume in Idaho, but Northwest advocates say more restrictions could be coming. by Megan Burbank / June 28, 2024
News Podcast | Dan Evans: Governor, senator, environmentalist After Evans' appearance at a Northwest Power and Conservation Council meeting, Venice Buhain and Knute Berger discuss his impact on Washington. by Maleeha Syed / April 17, 2024