Washington way ahead of new federal emissions standards Grand Coulee Dam, a source of hydroelectricity in Washington. by Amelia Havanec / August 13, 2015
Politics Could the next King County Elections Director be an election denier? Doug Basler, challenging incumbent Julie Wise, is among the 68% of Republicans who question the 2020 election. by Venice Buhain / October 16, 2023
Politics Trained in Seattle, a doctor brings new life to his homeland Dr. Nixon Niyonzima at the Uganda Cancer Institute. The new outpatient clinic and research center is seen in the background. by Amelia Havanec / July 15, 2015
Tech Following setbacks, municipal broadband supporters continue urging action by Amelia Havanec / June 21, 2015
News How will Seattle Public Schools pay for the new teacher contract? The district faces a shortfall that nears $200M over three years if it doesn't find a new source of money. by Venice Buhain / September 29, 2022
News WA schools ask for more time to spend $2.6B in COVID relief Programs to address students’ social-emotional needs rely on continued access to the funds, superintendents say. by Brandon Block & Venice Buhain / September 27, 2022
News WA students can now take excused mental health days With reports of increased levels of stress and anxiety among Washington youth, schools are treating mental health absences similarly to sick days. by Venice Buhain / September 16, 2022
News Bellevue parents say consolidating schools is an equity issue Citing shrinking enrollment, the school district may close some elementaries — raising questions about who will bear the brunt of potential cuts. by Venice Buhain / February 2, 2023
News WA parents push back against proposal to lower required school age A bill that aims to improve early learning would lower Washington's compulsory education starting age from 8 to 6. by Venice Buhain / January 26, 2023