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
Tech How former Seahawk Ricardo Lockette got religion on science Former Seahawks wide receiver Ricardo Lockette poses with school kids at the Washington STEM conference. by Michelle Ranken / January 30, 2017
Politics Wanted: a few (hundred) good computer science teachers by Michelle Ranken / January 16, 2017
Equity Black Student Union is back at Rainier Beach Members of the Black Student Union at Rainier Beach High School. by Michelle Ranken / April 24, 2017
After scandal, eyes on state auditor's race Troy Kelley, shown during his 2012 campaign, brought unwanted attention to the state Auditor's Office. by Michelle Ranken / July 26, 2016