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 A gift guide for the greens on your list From <i>Nature's Beloved Son: Rediscovering John Muir's Botanical Legacy</i></a>, Bonnie J. Gisel, with images by Stephen J. Joseph, Heyday Books. by Christian Martin / December 18, 2008
Culture Music festival alert: Vancouver, B.C., is the place for jazz Herbie Hancock. (TD Canada Trust Vancouver International Jazz Festival) by Christian Martin / June 24, 2008
Culture A Northwest photographer who captured the untamed A Washington boltcutter poses with his two daughters and their dog. (Whatcom Museum of History and Art) by Christian Martin / June 16, 2008
Culture How art reflects nature: an interview with David Guterson David Guterson. (Harley Soltes, Random House) by Christian Martin / July 22, 2008
Environment The owl as icon, and the charisma of the woodpecker Snowy female owl landing at its nest. by Christian Martin / November 4, 2008
Investigations WA spent $500M to help small, minority businesses. Did it work? A Crosscut analysis of Working Washington grants found mixed results on equity initiatives and millions for large chains or franchises. by Brandon Block / October 18, 2023 / Updated at 6 p.m. on Oct. 23, 2023
Investigations Why have Washington eviction cases doubled in the past six months? Billions in federal pandemic aid masked dysfunction in the rental market. But that money is gone — along with some legal protections. by Brandon Block / November 28, 2023
Investigations Q&A: WA’s broadband director on the $1.2B expansion challenge ahead As Mark Vasconi prepares to retire, he outlines how the state can invest historic federal aid in connecting rural communities left out of past efforts. by Brandon Block / December 14, 2023