Politics Metro buses: Pedestrians in a blind spot? A Metro driver goes through an intersection where the light has changed. by Laura Kaufman / September 20, 2015
Politics 6 environmental issues to watch in Olympia Here's a rundown of key environmental issues expected to be argued and voted on by the end of the legislative session. by Sally Deneen for InvestigateWest / January 16, 2018
Environment The environmental wins and losses in Olympia this year Even with Democrats in charge of the Legislature, environmentalists struggled on climate, clean water and orca protection. by Sally Deneen InvestigateWest / March 16, 2018
Tech What Mars means to Earth NASA's rover Curiosity parachutes successfully down to the surface of Mars. by Mark Anderson / August 8, 2012
Equity Local theater company seeks to curb child sexual abuse The Open Door Theatre cast performs for a young audience. by Laura Kaufman / December 7, 2011
Culture Struggling newsstand a last bastion of real Pike Place character Lee Lauckhart at First & Pike News. by Laura Kaufman / November 15, 2011
Labor & Industries report paints dismal picture of Metro A porta potty in South Lake Union. by Laura Kaufman / December 4, 2014
Metro fined over bathroom breaks An investigation by the state department of labor and Industry found that the agency had disciplined drivers for taking time to hit the head. by Laura Kaufman / November 24, 2014
Too few bathroom breaks drove bus drivers to adult diapers An upcoming report from the Department of Labor and Industries is expected to call Metro out for not giving drivers enough access to bathrooms. by Laura Kaufman / November 18, 2014
Bus drivers need bathroom breaks too To lessen service cuts, King County Metro reduced guaranteed rest times, leaving drivers crossing their legs. by Laura Kaufman / September 2, 2014