Environment Cold weather hit the state's vineyards hard Grapevines in a vineyard in Walla Walla, Washington by TuckRussell / April 27, 2011
Environment A sustainable new wine region takes root in Eastern Washington Grapes at Wilridge Winery in Naches Heights. by TuckRussell / July 17, 2011
Culture Washington's wine industry feeling the squeeze of cold weather After a harsh winter last year and an unusually cold spring and summer this year, Washington's grapes are suffering. by TuckRussell / October 20, 2011
Culture Sustainable wine certifications for dummies With so many different eco labels, how's an environmentally-friendly wino to choose? by TuckRussell / October 13, 2011
Environment The lamprey, close to extinction, could bring down NW salmon too Yakama tribe member, Harry Tomalawash, holding eels ready for roasting by open fire. by TuckRussell / March 1, 2012
Environment How Washington farmers are moving to smarter water solutions Walla Walla hills by TuckRussell / May 25, 2014
Environment Saving the 'missing puzzle piece' to a world of biodiversity, hidden in grass and sagebrush Once dominant on the landscape, Washington has lost most of its shrub-steppe ecosystem. But a new land acquisition could help the flora and fauna that rely on it survive. by Emily McCarty / September 17, 2019
'It just builds up': Washington firefighters struggle with PTSD long after the fires go out As wildfires become more common, Washington firefighters are creating support networks for their communities to deal with the mental trauma. by Emily McCarty / September 12, 2019
In the fight against Washington wildfires, drones are now as vital as chainsaws Behind the scenes, a squad of IT teams, meteorologists and other tech experts are helping fight fire and save lives. by Emily McCarty / September 11, 2019
Environment A gel made in Washington is killing cancer in pets. Humans could be next to benefit The novel radiation treatment was developed for animals in the Tri-Cities. Scientists hope to begin human clinical trials in the near future. by Emily McCarty / September 6, 2019