Environment A decade after the Oso landslide, WA works to improve preparedness The Snohomish County disaster killed 43 residents in 2014. Today, geologists can better help people get out of harm’s way due to boosts in tech and funding. by Tom Banse Washington State Standard / March 20, 2024
Environment A proposed San Juans sanctuary may offer hope for captive orcas — and risks for wild ones Nonprofit advocates think sea pens will improve the retired killer whales' quality of life. SeaWorld vets disagree. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / July 17, 2019
Environment Salish Sea's 'humpback comeback' is a good sign, but concerns remain More whales mean greater risk of ship strikes and fishing line entanglement. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / August 16, 2019
Environment These giant rats failed mine-sniffing school. Now they have a new career in Tacoma While their relatives are saving lives around the world, Point Defiance's adorable African giant pouched rats are ambassadors for rodents everywhere. by Tom Banse Northwest News Network / July 24, 2019
The Race to Alaska is a 'call to the heart' Sailboats are seen during the stage two start of the 2016 Race to Alaska. by Ross Anderson / June 4, 2017
Environment Urban agriculture in Canada: changing restaurant food, too Ian Lai at Terra Nova park by Ronald Holden / February 19, 2012
Culture Bringing Italian cooking's peasant roots back to Seattle "Cucina Povera: Tuscan Peasant Cooking" sheds new light on Italian cooking. by Ronald Holden / February 14, 2012
In the wine world, marketing gets bizarre For those who want to save their virgin white teeth - a solution: wine straws. by Ronald Holden / February 2, 2012
Culture 'Shiro,' 'Palate & Passion' give context to recipes of beloved Seattle chefs Shiro keeps a close eye on his guests. by Ronald Holden / January 31, 2012