Politics Two ways to look at the sea, and a search for objective facts Nature Conservancy ecologist Roger Fuller takes measurements in the estuary of the Stillaguamish River. by C.B. Hall / January 5, 2011
Politics More federal rail money for state, and what about some train-building jobs? Wisconsin was one of the states to reject high-speed rail money, helping Washington state to a new chunk of federal help. Now, some hope train-building jobs headed to Wisconsin might come here, too. by C.B. Hall / December 9, 2010
Politics Electric motoring: What's down NW roads? No one has used the Lopez Island electric-vehicle charger since it was installed in June. by C.B. Hall / October 24, 2010
Politics If a mudslide has canceled your train, you're not alone Mudslides cause frequent disruptions for Amtrak trains using BNSF tracks like this one. by C.B. Hall / March 6, 2011
Politics San Juans monument debate shows islands' fault lines The beach at Watmough Bay on Lopez Island by C.B. Hall / September 20, 2012
Environment Pelicans are the Pacific Northwest's newest climate refugees American white pelicans are conspicuous birds. With their long orange bills and their nine-foot wingspan, they stand out, even at a distance. by Katie Campbell for EarthFix / August 31, 2016
Environment Invader crabs from Europe threaten havoc in Puget Sound The first invasive European green crab that was found in Puget Sound was trapped on San Juan Island. by Katie Campbell for EarthFix / September 27, 2016
Environment At these schools, the classroom is the outdoors At Cedarsong Nature School, children attend class outside where they set the agenda for what they want to learn. by Katie Campbell for EarthFix / September 21, 2016
Politics Washington state rolling along on high-speed rail An Amtrak train arrives in Bellingham (2008). by C.B. Hall / December 7, 2010