Politics Olympia still waiting for high-speed rail funds The state had expected by Sept. 30 to receive its $590 million share of federal stimulus money for rail projects, but D.C. administrators say complex project contracts are taking longer to finalize. by C.B. Hall / October 11, 2010
Amtrak to Vancouver faces a bureaucratic hurdle An Amtrak train arrives in Bellingham (2008). by C.B. Hall / September 21, 2010
Politics If a mudslide has canceled your train, you're not alone Mudslides cause frequent disruptions for Amtrak trains using BNSF tracks like this one. by C.B. Hall / March 6, 2011
Politics Washington state receives high-speed rail money After a long wait, promised federal money is on the way. And considerably more could be coming if another Republican governor rejects federal help. by C.B. Hall / February 26, 2011
Politics Competing with the state: A fool's game for foot-ferries? Colman Dock currently accommodates foot-ferry services, seen on the extension to the left (2005 phont). by C.B. Hall / August 29, 2012
Culture Police reform in Seattle is long overdue Seattle police at a 2010 event, Hempfest. by Tim Burgess / August 13, 2012
A streetcar cure for Seattle's waterfront South Lake Union is developing rapidly. by C.B. Hall / August 5, 2012
Culture Canada relents on cash demands for late Amtrak run from Seattle A decision by the Canadian government not only preserves the existing second daily train but also opens the possibility of a third train. by C.B. Hall / August 16, 2011
Politics The U.S. Constitution: time for a rewrite? U.S. Capitol Building by C.B. Hall / July 3, 2011
Politics Anacortes' ferry terminal: case study for how NOT to do a public-private partnership It could be awhile before the Anacortes ferry terminal gets new life. by C.B. Hall / June 26, 2011