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
Tech Why Seattle needs drones Mike McGinn addressing a Town Hall meeting at Nathan Hale High School in 2011 by Brett Horvath / February 11, 2013
Tech Microsoft, Facebook & Google are in an all-out battle for your reality The Oculus Rift, in action. by Brett Horvath / March 30, 2014
Culture 2014's #2 Most Read: International Space Station flies Seahawks 12th Man flag With a little help from team owner Paul Allen, the 12th Man has colonized space (wink-wink). by Brett Horvath / December 30, 2014
Culture Seahawks in Space: International Space Station flies 12th Man flag With a little help from team owner Paul Allen, the 12th Man has colonized space (wink-wink). by Brett Horvath / January 30, 2014
Politics The EPA, Obama & the military usher in a new climate politics An airforce pararescueman searches for survivors in the flooded streets of New Orleans. by Brett Horvath / May 31, 2014
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