Environment PFAS in Washington’s well water could make you sick ‘Forever chemicals’ linked to ailments from high cholesterol to cancer are in our clearest aquifers — but steep costs pose cleanup challenges. by Andrew Engelson / February 14, 2024
News Puget Sound transit and riders navigate post-pandemic commutes With more people working in-office, local agencies try to make light-rail and bus services more consistent. But they face staff shortages and delays. by Andrew Engelson / March 22, 2024
'Road diets' will make future traffic congestion worse Pronto! bikes at Occidental Park by Michael Ennis / August 30, 2010
Sound Transit's (un)progress report on light rail A light rail train in the Downtown Seattle Transit Tunnel by Michael Ennis / August 21, 2010
Culture Paris fashion tops Seattle's, but the reason might surprise you Comfort and style combined: Fashion for Parisian women is surprisingly sensible. by Valerie Easton / November 16, 2010
Politics Want a transportation system that works? Vanpools. Vanpools board a state ferry by Michael Ennis / April 19, 2010
Politics Metro drivers' wages threaten bus service King County Metro officials have raised bus driver pay dramatically while neglecting some promised service increases. Now, the wages threaten to cut into existing service. by Michael Ennis / September 28, 2010
Two more promising new arts groups in Portland The Portland Vocal Consort during rehearsals. by Stephen Marc Beaudoin / March 11, 2008
Politics Sam Adams will use arts as a major theme in the Portland mayor's race Portland Mayor Sam Adams by Stephen Marc Beaudoin / October 3, 2007
Tech Portland's expressive marathon The 11-day Time Based Art Festival was exhausting as usual but, event for event, not as consistently inspiring as last year's. by Stephen Marc Beaudoin / September 19, 2007