Politics Amanda Knox testifies in Olympia for stricter interrogation laws In support of a bill that would void interview statements if a court finds deceptive police tactics, Knox described her 53-hour questioning in Italy. by Scarlet Hansen / January 17, 2024
Politics A WA bill would allow non-citizens to obtain professional licenses House Bill 1889 would remove citizenship requirements from certifications for jobs ranging from security guards to private investigators. by Scarlet Hansen / January 30, 2024
Politics Washington teens advocate for Narcan in every school The life-saving opioid reversal medication is currently available only at high schools in districts with 2,000 or more students. by Scarlet Hansen / February 1, 2024 / Updated at 1:40 p.m. on Feb. 1
Politics Legislature decides WA schools should include LGBTQ+ history SB 5462 would require state curricula to teach the perspectives and experiences of historically marginalized groups. by Scarlet Hansen / March 14, 2024
Politics Many WA youth exiting mental health treatment face homelessness Shelter resources are scarce for unhoused young adults completing inpatient care. HB 1929 would establish at least two residential programs for them. by Scarlet Hansen / March 1, 2024 / Updated at 2:45 p.m. on April 3
News Students in UW tent encampment demand divestment from Israel The university posted no-camping signs on campus, which protestors changed to read “University of Palestine” and “Camping allowed.” by Scarlet Hansen / April 29, 2024
Culture Getting hammered in North Portland Nothing by Kurt Vonnegut at the North Portland Tool Library. by Kimberly Marlowe Hartnett / July 5, 2007
Portland's bicycle master plan is emerging Protesting the mayor's lack of funding for planning in Portland. (Bike Portland) by Kimberly Marlowe Hartnett / June 26, 2007
Politics Busted for bussing while busing in Portland Maika Rich (left) and Jocelyn O'Neal, Portland's teenage bussers. (KATU-TV) by Kimberly Marlowe Hartnett / June 21, 2007
Politics Portland's unenlightened handling of rape cases is exposed Turns out the city's institutions get almost nothing right when dealing with sexual assault – from advising victims to investigating the crimes. by Kimberly Marlowe Hartnett / June 20, 2007