Environment Washington-based U.S. Forest Service rangers reinstated — for now Ahead of the busiest season for outdoor recreation, staffing for trail clearing, search & rescue, toilet cleaning and other duties is still uncertain. by Dominick Bonny / March 7, 2025
Environment The craft brewery boom buoys nation’s only Latino-owned hop farm Loza Farms in Yakima Valley found success through its relationships with brewers. Now a new generation wants to boost other POC-owned businesses. by Mai Hoang / October 2, 2024
Environment Volunteers power wildfire mitigation efforts in the Tri-Cities Kennewick has a higher fire risk than 92% of U.S. communities. The nonprofit Team Rubicon helps respond to these disasters and prevent future ones. by Mai Hoang / May 13, 2024
Environment WA farmers brace for summer drought on heels of harvest shortfalls Washington’s agriculture industry has been hit hard by climate change. Growers are working to develop crops that can thrive in shifting landscapes. by Mai Hoang / April 25, 2024
Environment What can be learned from the Pacific Northwest’s 2021 heat wave A new analysis suggests strategies to better prepare for extreme heat and prevent attributed deaths across Washington. by Mai Hoang / June 26, 2023
Environment Washington scablands tour explores Native history, sacred sites Colville elder Randy Lewis leads a day-long bus trip through the canyons, columns and geological structures that hold special meaning for local tribes. by Dominick Bonny / May 9, 2023
News WA farmers search for silver linings after a tough year for crops Instead of praying for better weather in the future, Washington's tree fruit growers are buckling up for more cold and wet conditions. by Mai Hoang / December 21, 2022
News This year's Thanksgiving turkey will cost you more. Here's why Washington farmers avoided a bird flu outbreak, but rising supply costs will hit home cooks. by Mai Hoang / November 22, 2022
News Why WA cherries are so expensive this summer This season's crop was even smaller than predicted. A late harvest may provide one last chance to enjoy the fruit. by Mai Hoang / August 24, 2022
News Washington's efforts to rebrand as a tourist destination Armed with a $9 million budget, the state is eager to respond to pent-up travel demand nationwide. by Mai Hoang / June 29, 2022