Politics Washington passes law to cut ‘forever chemicals’ in makeup Starting in 2025, the Toxics-Free Cosmetics Act will be among the country’s strongest legislation against hazardous products. by Joseph Winters Grist / May 18, 2023
Environment Seattle-based outdoor gear retailer REI to ban PFAs In 2024, new standards will eliminate 'forever chemicals' in the company's products after more than a year of pressure from environmental groups. by Joseph Winters Grist / March 8, 2023
Environment PNW landfills reached ‘explosive’ methane emission levels in 2022 Washington and Oregon sites had leakages 20 times more concentrated than the Clean Air Act limit standards. by Joseph Winters Grist / November 3, 2023
News Amazon reported a 12% decrease in single-use plastics for 2022 Responding to pressure from advocacy groups and investors, the mega-retailer reduced its footprint through paper packaging and eliminating mailers. by Joseph Winters Grist / July 28, 2023
Politics How I became an anti-union Democrat Andrew Cuomo, New York's new Democratic governor, is expected to ask for a freeze on state employees' wages. by Adam Vogt / January 3, 2011
Five major problems that International Soccer needs to fix A Mexican player moves with the ball against South Africa during the opening game of the FIFA World Cup in Hohannesbur by Adam Vogt / July 1, 2010
Culture Self-congratulatory environmentalism Back East, folks somehow think it's enough to carry a reusable bag to a farmer's market. That prompts a screed against saving the earth with symbols. by Adam Vogt / December 22, 2008
Culture A word of support for Tyrone Willingham He's a decent man who inherited more problems than he could turn around in his brief tenure, argues this UW alum. by Adam Vogt / October 31, 2008
Will Capitol Hill's new arts district really do anything? Rising rents are pushing in on Capitol Hill's thriving arts scene. Can a city program fill the gap? by Jake Uitti / November 18, 2014
The duo orchestrating the ladies of Seattle's music scene From left to right, Erin Ashley, Gaetana Gravallese (SWIM Member and front woman of Each & All), Gloria Gaynor and Elizabeth O'Keefe. by Jake Uitti / November 9, 2014