Politics Washington passes law to cut ‘forever chemicals’ in makeup Starting in 2025, the Toxics-Free Cosmetics Act will be among the country’s strongest legislation against hazardous products. by Joseph Winters Grist / May 18, 2023
Environment Seattle-based outdoor gear retailer REI to ban PFAs In 2024, new standards will eliminate 'forever chemicals' in the company's products after more than a year of pressure from environmental groups. by Joseph Winters Grist / March 8, 2023
Environment PNW landfills reached ‘explosive’ methane emission levels in 2022 Washington and Oregon sites had leakages 20 times more concentrated than the Clean Air Act limit standards. by Joseph Winters Grist / November 3, 2023
News Amazon reported a 12% decrease in single-use plastics for 2022 Responding to pressure from advocacy groups and investors, the mega-retailer reduced its footprint through paper packaging and eliminating mailers. by Joseph Winters Grist / July 28, 2023
Politics Taxing the rich: A solution to Washington's budget mess? Yachts in Seattle by Tom James / December 19, 2016
Politics Inslee proposes record budget. Republicans recoil. Gov. Jay Inslee (2015) by Tom James / December 14, 2016
Politics Inslee: Fund schools by taxing polluters, investment earnings A second grade writing class by Tom James / December 13, 2016
Politics Take my gun: Bill aims to stop suicides Yellow ribbons have become a symbol of suicide prevention and the need to support struggling friends and family. by Tom James / February 2, 2017
Politics Washington will take a swing at Trump's order Attorney General Bob Ferguson, with Jay Inslee over his right shoulder, announces a lawsuit to block the presidential order aimed at Muslim immigrants. by Tom James / January 30, 2017
Politics Legislature's school debate lurches into gear The dome of the state Capitol Building. by Tom James / January 29, 2017