politics
In Eastern WA, vaccine messaging matters for political candidates
When it comes to talking about the pandemic on the campaign trail, style matters just as much as substance.
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Our new Eastern WA reporter wants to lift the Cascade Curtain
Crosscut reporter Mai Hoang says there's more to learn about the region beyond the cursory descriptions of dry, red and rural.
Environment
Solar power becomes ‘nightmare’ for some Klickitat County residents
If approved, the utility-scale solar farm would be the largest in Washington state. But not all residents are happy about it.
politics
Juneteenth could become a Washington state holiday
June 19 is already celebrated as the end of slavery in the United States. Lawmakers are debating making it an official government holiday.
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WA youth in the state's care endure rain, cold for holiday visits
The state’s inpatient psychiatric facility for youth requires outdoor visits during the pandemic. But that means shivering in the elements for many families.