Equity WA agriculture workers look to retain momentum of pandemic strikes A new Yakima office aims to give workers and immigrants a place to gather, share information and organize. by Mai Hoang / July 7, 2022
News Pandemic relief funds may mask budget crises at rural WA hospitals Federal recovery dollars 'saved' some critical access hospitals — but many small facilities still struggle with staffing and rising costs. by Joy Borkholder / July 6, 2022
Inside Crosscut Why we're covering the return of WA state tourism As visitors flock back to Washington, Crosscut is exploring the reasoning and potential impacts of state tourism recovery efforts. by Mai Hoang / July 5, 2022
Growth Can rural WA make tourism sustainable? A new state initiative aims to help rural areas develop their tourism programs, while addressing both potential profits and pitfalls. by Mai Hoang / June 30, 2022
News Washington's efforts to rebrand as a tourist destination Armed with a $9 million budget, the state is eager to respond to pent-up travel demand nationwide. by Mai Hoang / June 29, 2022
News Corkscrews to cans: WA wineries adapt to sustainable packaging More regional wineries are forgoing the tradition of heavy glass bottles to reduce waste and sidestep supply chain issues. by Mai Hoang / May 17, 2022
Environment How your favorite IPA is contributing to climate change A new report from a Yakima-based trade group is the first step toward a more environmentally sustainable hop industry. by Mai Hoang / April 22, 2022
Politics La lucha por un distrito electoral latino y lo que significa para la política del centro de Washington El condado de Yakima, escenario de múltiples demandas sobre el derecho al voto, es el foco de nuevos casos luego de un desorganizado proceso de reordenación distrital estatal. by Mai Hoang / April 19, 2022
Politics What the fight for a Latino voting district means for Central WA politics Yakima County, a hotbed for voting rights cases, is at the center of yet more lawsuits after a messy state redistricting process. by Mai Hoang / April 13, 2022 / Updated 10:45 a.m., April 13
News PNW hiking and camping upended as wildfires force tough choices With firefighting resources strained and burning harder to contain, many face last-minute changes or cancellations to outdoor adventures. by Mai Hoang / September 6, 2021