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This tiny Eastern WA town could become a bitcoin mining hub
California investors hope to strike it rich by building a huge crypto operation in the remote town of Usk. But the community isn't so sure.
Zachariah Bryan
Zachariah Bryan is an investigative reporter for InvestigateWest. He has written for newspapers and magazines in Washington, Alaska and Montana. Most recently, he worked at the Daily Herald in Everett
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Politics
Signature checking is WA's safeguard against election fraud
Over the years, officials have identified just a handful of ballots that might have been fraudulently cast — out of several million votes tallied across the state.
News
WA battery maker faces accusations of providing U.S. tech to China
Mukilteo-based UniEnergy absorbed millions of taxpayer dollars. Hazardous waste, geopolitical chaos and corporate implosion ensued.
Seattle & King County
Seattle Weekender: Chick Corea, hadron colliders, and beer, beer, beer
Crosscut's guide to a culturally enriching weekend in the city. Or at least some fun.
Tech
Geothermal the next big alt-energy? One company thinks so
A Seattle firm's new project seeking to prove geothermal energy is safe and viable will have to overcome two obstacles: concerns over induced earthquakes and a need for a challenging amount of funding.