Investigations Whatcom County paid $225K to settle sexual harassment complaints Multiple women accused a public works director of inappropriate conduct. Officials helped him get a new job by agreeing not to share the allegations. by Brandon Block / April 19, 2024
Investigations Washington UTC chair who used racial slur asked to resign An investigation found two commissioners allegedly used derogatory language, disregarded harassment complaints and failed to advance equity policies. by Brandon Block / March 15, 2024
Politics Money, politics, public relations, science: the many challenges of saving Puget Sound Enjoying the placid view of Puget Sound and downtown Seattle from a ferry. (Chuck Taylor) by Daniel Jack Chasan / June 13, 2007
Culture Still in decline, the spotted owl is back in the political spotlight The northern spotted owl and an example of destroyed habitat. (Both: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Servce) by Daniel Jack Chasan / May 15, 2007
Investigations WA intercepts millions in child support for low-income families In 2022, the state took over $40 million meant for impoverished children. A bipartisan bill could redirect a portion of future payments to families. by Brandon Block / January 25, 2024
Investigations WA health officials throw away millions of pandemic supplies Masks, gowns, gloves and more: States are culling their expired stockpiles, but medical experts say the waste shows a system unprepared for disasters. by Brandon Block / February 23, 2024
Culture As the snow goose flies A trip to Skagit Valley reminds us of what we've lost — and what we still have. by Daniel Jack Chasan / February 15, 2008
Environment Orca recovery effort: more of the same A pod of southern resident orca whales. (Wikipedia) by Daniel Jack Chasan / February 14, 2008
Culture Shelling out to save Puget Sound A state ferry heads for downtown Seattle. by Daniel Jack Chasan / February 7, 2008
Tech Again, it's the economy We're discussing the Super Tuesday results over coffee and looking out the café windows at the gray morning light, when in walks Stuart, who owns a small auto parts shop. January receipts were 20... by Daniel Jack Chasan / February 6, 2008