Environment Fishers are back in Washington — but can they survive? Biologists released a handful of the endangered, weasel-like animals in 2008, but now they must find out if the population is sustaining itself. by Ken Christensen for EarthFix / January 31, 2018
Environment The quest to create a greener guitar Steve McMinn runs Pacific Rim Tonewoods near Concrete, Wash. The company mills wood grown in the Pacific Northwest for guitarmakers. by Ken Christensen for EarthFix / December 1, 2016
Environment Your fleece is contaminating our oysters Many shellfish grown in coastal British Columbia have plastic in them, according to research led by shellfish biologist Sarah Dudas. by Ken Christensen for EarthFix / September 14, 2017
Environment Wildlife refuge renamed for Native American leader The Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge is being renamed in honor of late Nisqually tribal leader Billy Frank Jr. by Ken Christensen for EarthFix / July 18, 2016
Politics New Washington Poll: The winners, the losers and a few close calls by Joni Balter / October 27, 2016
Opinion Amid election nastiness, a rare moment of civility Sen. Patty Murray, left, and her Republican challenger Chris Vance. by Joni Balter / October 24, 2016
Politics Debate recap: Inslee rides wave of prosperity in gov’s race Bill Bryant, left, and Jay Inslee at a September debate. by Joni Balter / October 20, 2016
Opinion Does Bill Bryant have the guts to take a stance on Trump? Bill Bryant by Joni Balter / June 6, 2016