News Third wave of COVID-19 spikes in King County — and we aren’t ready The pandemic enters a dangerous new phase, threatening essential workers, holiday plans and more. by Hannah Weinberger & Mandy Godwin / November 13, 2020 / Updated at 9:09 a.m. on November 13, 2020
Environment King County hospitals are making sure patients can vote Washington makes it easier for hospitalized patients to vote than some other states. But many medical professionals aren't taking any chances. by Hannah Weinberger / October 30, 2020 / Updated at 2:09 p.m. on October 30, 2020
Inside Crosscut Dr. Vin Gupta on coronavirus, the vaccine and our path forward One of the first people to be vaccinated in Washington, the UW doctor gets frank about what we do and don’t know in a Crosscut interview. by Hannah Weinberger / December 17, 2020
Environment The pandemic will forever change how doctors define 'crisis' UW’s Dr. Kate Butler explains what doctors need to better support each other and their patients when resources are scarce. by Hannah Weinberger / December 10, 2020
Environment The weakest link in WA’s new COVID-tracking app? Us Our state is the latest to adopt a coronavirus exposure app to assist contact tracing efforts. But its effectiveness depends on the people using it. by Hannah Weinberger / December 4, 2020
Environment A COVID vaccine is coming. Here’s how WA is preparing With multiple vaccines on the way, local governments face major logistical challenges to distribute doses. by Hannah Weinberger / November 26, 2020
Environment In 'Grouse,' one odd bird helps explain WA's political divisions Seattle journalist Ashley Ahearn's move to the Methow Valley inspired a podcast that seeks to understand her rural neighbors through the controversial sage grouse. by Hannah Weinberger / September 25, 2020
Environment When White Salmon, WA, had the world’s worst air quality For the residents of a small town bordering Oregon, this weekend’s smoke felt like “the apocalypse was happening right here.” by Hannah Weinberger / September 18, 2020
Environment Washington state is getting a new marine wildlife hospital For years, marine mammal responders have operated without easy access to a crucial facility. But in September, that changes. by Hannah Weinberger / September 15, 2020 / Updated at 3:51 p.m. on September 15, 2020
Environment Swinomish Tribe wants to resurrect U.S. clam gardening With climate change threatening culturally important foods, a Puget Sound tribe pushes to build the country's first clam garden of the modern era. by Hannah Weinberger / December 15, 2021