politics
As Seattle gets closer to an income tax, state Republicans work to stop it
A court ruling this week threw out a long-standing ban on local income taxes. As some celebrated, GOP lawmakers quickly went on the offensive.
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Environment
Drinking responsibly could now mean drinking ‘Salmon-Safe’ beer
Hops farmers are pursuing a sustainable certification meant to save salmon. But are beer drinkers willing to pay more?
Environment
A proposed San Juans sanctuary may offer hope for captive orcas — and risks for wild ones
Nonprofit advocates think sea pens will improve the retired killer whales' quality of life. SeaWorld vets disagree.
Environment
How this rainy July could help ease — but not fix — WA's drought
Our bummer summer has an upside for Washington's parched farms. But rural communities are still bracing for drier summers ahead.
Tech
On defeating imposter syndrome to become a tech innovator and mom
Microsoft human-computer interaction expert Vidya Srinivasan has faced the challenges of excelling in tech head-on while having children. Now she's helping other women do the same.