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
Opinion Washington conservationists are Scott free. Now what? Without Scott Pruitt as EPA administrator, expect fewer headlines and the same terrible policies. by Peter Jackson / July 6, 2018
Environment Midday Scan: Ms get political about new arena plan The Seattle Mariners logo. by Peter Jackson / April 4, 2012
Politics Midday Scan: The history-in-the-news edition The fire lookout on Green Mountain in the Glacier Peak Wilderness. by Peter Jackson / March 30, 2012
Environment Midday Scan: Washington 'a profile in female-political representation' Washington Sen. Mary Margaret Haugen (D) by Peter Jackson / March 27, 2012
Politics Midday Scan: Monday's top stories around the region A slumber-party sit-in prepares to meet the law. by Peter Jackson / October 17, 2011