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War in Ukraine reveals familial rifts for some Washingtonians
Russia's invasion has led some Washington residents to question their relationships with loved ones who don't hold the Kremlin culpable.
Maleeha Syed
Maleeha Syed is a podcast producer and the co-host of Northwest Reports. She previously worked as the Cascade PBS communities reporter and as a staff reporter at the Burlington Free Press in Vermont.
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Life in incarceration: Japanese Americans in WA reflect on WWII
March marks 80 years since the U.S. issued an exclusion order that forced Japanese Americans from their Bainbridge Island homes. Today, Washingtonians look back on that time.
Equity
WA bill proposes subsidy to help some families buy diapers
Families receiving TANF could get more money for diapers if Senate Bill 5838 passes in the Legislature.
Equity
WA cannabis revenue could go to communities hurt by war on drugs
Some advocates say they appreciate the proposed $125 million allocation, but would like more for those most impacted.
Equity
Why the Build Back Better bill would fall flat for some WA immigrants
The imperiled bill feels inadequate as-is to some Washington immigrants, who don't see much changing until they can get a guaranteed pathway to citizenship.