Investigations Washington public agencies win $121M to extend rural broadband State administrators overruled or helped mediate telecom objections that have previously disqualified local governments from similar grant awards. by Brandon Block / May 30, 2023
Investigations FCC broadband service maps disputed at thousands of WA locations States were given a narrow window to fix long-standing flaws before federal agencies divvy $42B in infrastructure funds. by Brandon Block / January 24, 2023
News New state rules could expand public broadband in rural WA A proposal from Washington's Public Works Board would limit the power of private companies' objections to stall public broadband projects. by Brandon Block / November 17, 2022
Tech New KCTS producer a no-show The producer, who was expected to start next week, has decided to stay in D.C. to oversee public-television projects he was launching. by Feliks Banel / December 30, 2010
Tech Can classical radio draw listeners without 'dumbing down' the music? Ed Murray, left, and Rodney Tom chat after a pre-session discussion of legislative issues. by Feliks Banel / July 13, 2010
Tech Challenger disaster and local media memory The Challenger shuttle at liftoff on Jan. 28, 1986. by Feliks Banel / January 27, 2011
Tech A Sonic by any other name Brent Schmidt was 10-years-old when he named the Seattle Supersonics. How does he feel about the NBA's recent Seattle shutdown? by Feliks Banel / May 1, 2013
Culture In praise of 'Rotten Old Supermarkets' Changing of the guard at Wallingford's signature supermarket by Feliks Banel / December 28, 2009
Culture Here comes Santa Claus! For years, even before online package tracking, you could follow Santa via NORAD. by Feliks Banel / December 23, 2009
Tech KING-FM: a different tune? The classical music station's owners are pondering possible changes. For now: stay tuned. by Feliks Banel / December 16, 2009