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 Glittering Vancouver is now the poverty capital of Canada Riotous times in Vancouver. by Peter Ladner / October 2, 2011
Vancouver looks to demolish two downtown viaducts Vancouver's SkyTrain by Peter Ladner / July 31, 2011
Politics Departure of B.C.'s forceful premier leaves province uncertain B.C. Premier Gordon Campbell recently resigned over backlash from a new tax. by Peter Ladner / November 8, 2010
Equity Vancouver Olympics: no medals for housing legacy 2010 Winter Olympics logo. by Peter Ladner / October 25, 2010
Environment Huge Fraser River sockeye run raises spirits, questions Sockeye salmon. (NOAA) by Peter Ladner / September 19, 2010
Some B.C. arts funding restored The provincial government has freed $7 million to be distributed by the B.C. Arts Council, after arts supporters blasted plans to use the money for Olympic-legacy 'Spirit Festivals.' by Peter Ladner / September 10, 2010