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Tribes worry a Canadian mine could poison Washington salmon
Across the border in British Columbia's Skagit River headwaters, a proposed open-pit mine has drawn protests from Native tribes, environmentalists and politicians.
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Seattle's longtime houseboat dwellers fear the city is leaving them adrift
Residents say city regulations are making it difficult and expensive to perform needed repairs. State lawmakers want to help.
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As landslides close roads, Washington's remote towns deal with isolation
Washington's rain isn't just gloomy — it's creating landslides that cut off rural communities. And as the climate warms, scientists warn they could get more frequent.
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Human Elements: How one scientist tracks giant, invisible cats
What's it like to study an animal that is almost impossible to see? Wildlife biologist Lauren Satterfield leads
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Framed: Ice fishing brings back warm memories, family traditions at Fish Lake
Washington might be known for its skiing and snowboarding, but some take to a spot near Leavenworth in hopes of catching perch and other fish.