Environment PFAS in Washington’s well water could make you sick ‘Forever chemicals’ linked to ailments from high cholesterol to cancer are in our clearest aquifers — but steep costs pose cleanup challenges. by Andrew Engelson / February 14, 2024
News Puget Sound transit and riders navigate post-pandemic commutes With more people working in-office, local agencies try to make light-rail and bus services more consistent. But they face staff shortages and delays. by Andrew Engelson / March 22, 2024
News WA’s new drug law could help needle exchanges — or restrict them The possession bill passed this year includes $63M for treatment centers. But it also gives local governments the power to regulate them. by Andrew Engelson / November 2, 2023 / Updated at 5 p.m. on Nov. 7
News High grocery costs challenge Washington families, food banks Nearly 29,000 households in King County don’t have enough income to cover household basics, according to data from the University of Washington. by Andrew Engelson / November 21, 2023
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
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