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
Opinion A view of Seattle from the outside looking in Amazon, homelessness, progressive politics: What really defines this city? by Chuck Wolfe / August 6, 2018
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
Opinion What London and Stockholm can teach Seattle about congestion pricing The Emerald City wants to implement a transportation solution that is equitable. Without viable alternatives to driving, that might be impossible. by Chuck Wolfe / June 21, 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
Tech Cities ought to embrace street life, including sandwich boards If signs on the sidewalk help businesses and don't create any danger, what is the need for the city to worry? by Chuck Wolfe / March 25, 2012
Politics Lessons in adaptive reuse from a Croatian palace Split, Croatia (then) by Chuck Wolfe / March 14, 2012
Politics Urban Ruins: Does Seattle need a High Line? The monorail is a working relic of the city's past. Maybe it's time to remake the ruin. by Chuck Wolfe / May 23, 2013
Politics Understanding cities through urban diaries My "urban diary" walk in Seattle's Madrona neighborhood by Chuck Wolfe / May 16, 2013