Environment
Without visitors, Woodland Park Zoo animals entertain themselves
Despite facing an uncertain future, keepers are finding new ways to connect to animals and the public.
Hannah Weinberger
Hannah Weinberger is a former reporter at Crosscut, focused on science and the environment. Previously on staff at Wirecutter, Bicycling, and Outside, Hannah's coverage explores outdoor recre
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‘Extremophile’ scientist trades Antarctica for COVID-19 research
J.J. Hastings came off the grid into a pandemic. Stranded in Washington, she started swabbing for the virus.
Environment
You could be the citizen scientist the world needs right now
From bird counts to COVID-19 testing, you can help researchers collect critical data from home.
Environment
What you should know about Washington’s murder hornets
Despite a swarm of worried calls, officials say humans don’t need to panic just yet.
News
Social isolation challenges Seattle’s ‘resilient’ mental health
Most people in King County are adapting, according to a UW survey, but researchers worry depression and anxiety could amplify as the pandemic wears on.