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
Culture In losing Pike Place Market’s iconic newsstand, Seattle loses a place for connection After 40 years, the stand’s ‘father figure’ owner closes up shop. by Laura Kaufman / December 23, 2019
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 Can we stop Seattle's film industry talent exodus? 1978 Datsun 280Z with director Colin Trevorrow and actor Mark Duplass by Laura Kaufman / April 11, 2012
Culture The rise of the farm-cation Evan, a young guest at Solstice Farm, overcame his fear of dogs during his stay. by Amy Pennington / October 18, 2011
Culture Farmers to Monsanto: Save our seeds Four generations of Robinettes on Lazy R Ranch. Maurice Robinette is top right. by Amy Pennington / August 23, 2011
Culture Tales from the bus tunnel: Love and Lemony Does Metro need Prop One - or just better management? by Laura Kaufman / May 9, 2013