Under God: How Christianity permeates Yakima city politics A new conservative majority’s decision to reject a Pride Month proclamation is one example of the increasing influence of evangelical ideals in Central WA. by Mai Hoang / August 21, 2024 / Updated 3:10 p.m., Aug. 21
Politics New Central WA districts spark drama as the 2024 election revs up The Latino-majority 14th Legislative District has created new opportunities for some candidates and attracted criticism from others. by Mai Hoang / May 31, 2024 / Updated 3:15 p.m. August 7
Indigenous Affairs Yakama Nation’s new public safety campus gives justice room to grow The tribal court system, which had occupied a cluster of trailers since the ’50s, plans to add services like a mental health or a veterans court. by Nika Bartoo-Smith Underscore News and ICT / January 9, 2024
Politics Federal court likely to redraw Central WA Latino-majority district Democratic lawmakers said they chose not to reconvene the bipartisan Washington State Redistricting Commission after a judicial ruling for a new map. by Mai Hoang / September 14, 2023