From WSU to Western, college town businesses are feeling the squeeze Online classes and no college sports spell trouble for small towns that lean on a higher ed economy. by Emily McCarty / September 14, 2020
Girls hockey is growing in Washington — and it isn’t dependent on boys programs anymore After years of sticking with the sport, female players are thriving — and helping turn the state into a hockey hub. by Beatriz Costa Lima / October 25, 2019
Support for The New Normal is provided by Comcast. The New Normal: When checkout lines become the front lines In a pandemic, supermarkets become front lines. The workers brave risks to keep the stores running safely. by Beatriz Costa Lima / May 18, 2020
'It just builds up': Washington firefighters struggle with PTSD long after the fires go out As wildfires become more common, Washington firefighters are creating support networks for their communities to deal with the mental trauma. by Emily McCarty / September 12, 2019
'I'll always be Lightning Bill': A lookout reflects on 29 seasons of smoke and fire When Bill Austin started as a fire lookout, he was one of three watching over the Methow Valley. Today he's the last one. by Beatriz Costa Lima / September 13, 2019
In the fight against Washington wildfires, drones are now as vital as chainsaws Behind the scenes, a squad of IT teams, meteorologists and other tech experts are helping fight fire and save lives. by Emily McCarty / September 11, 2019