Seafarer’s death in Columbia River reveals murky maritime oversight
Advocates ask for additional investigation and accountability after AJ Meraña, a Filipino worker on a bulk cargo ship, drowned last September.
Lizz Giordano
Lizz Giordano is Cascade PBS's investigative reporter, focused on following working conditions, government oversight procedures and labor organizing efforts across Washington state. Before jo
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WA safety agency seeks felony charges after teen worker loses legs
Labor & Industries submitted an unprecedented referral against construction company Rotschy for allegedly allowing a minor to use dangerous equipment.
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WA raises workplace safety fines to catch up with national rates
The state Department of Labor & Industries will begin raising penalty amounts annually, based on inflation, in an effort to
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WA raises workplace safety fines to catch up with national rates
The state Department of Labor & Industries will begin raising penalty amounts annually, based on inflation, in an effort to
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WA legislative staffers approve union contracts ahead of session
Democratic staffers in the Washington state Legislature unanimously approved a two-year contract days before the start of the 2025 session,