Politics Inslee, environmentalists want aggressive action on climate, including a clean fuel standard They call this year’s Washington legislative session an opportunity to complete unfinished business. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / January 14, 2020
Politics WA lawmakers want to fund solutions for healthier soil — and less gassy cows Bipartisan proposals before the state legislature would help scientists learn about storing carbon in soils and invest in GPS-guided tractors and climate-friendly cattle feed. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / February 20, 2020
Environment Coronavirus could make fighting Washington wildfires harder Agencies that prepare for wildfires and recruit firefighters are busy responding to the pandemic. That could be a problem come summer. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / March 27, 2020
Environment Climate bills in WA a ‘comprehensive failure’ in 2020, critics say Key legislation to cut carbon emissions died, while goal-setting bill offers no path to reach target. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / March 25, 2020
Environment WA lawmakers pave the way for electric cars, but activists want more As the legislative session comes to a close, the green lobby is pushing lawmakers to do more to take on climate change. by Katherine Long InvestigateWest / March 10, 2020
Politics Best of 2010: Financially strapped Seattle Center is owed more than $1 million in back rent Seattle Center: enduring icons of 1962 by Michele Matassa Flores / December 28, 2010
Tech McGinn backs Chihuly plus KEXP for Seattle Center The grounds surrounding the proposed Dale Chihuly museum at the Seattle Center. by Michele Matassa Flores / December 15, 2010
Politics New Center House food plans hang on a thread Even today, Seattle Center hopes to remake its dining choices, as shown in this rendering. by Michele Matassa Flores / December 9, 2010
Culture Crosscut Tout: Campaign forum aims to draw ethnic voters tonight (Oct. 15) Bill Gates Sr., Dino Rossi and other notables will appear at the Columbia City election forum. by Michele Matassa Flores / October 15, 2010
Politics It's OK to take women's suffrage for granted For one young girl with White House dreams, it's not just about casting votes, but how to win them. by Michele Matassa Flores / September 21, 2010