Investigations
Filipino fishermen left in WA marina allege abandonment, lost pay
Fishing companies say long waits between seasons can be common, but labor experts say offshore foreign workers are “uniquely unprotected” under U.S. policies.
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In rural Washington, patients travel hours for basic healthcare
Local physicians and researchers say long-term solutions like new training programs could help bridge the access gap.
Politics
Seattle Councilmember pushes housing, community development pilot
Tammy Morales is proposing the Connected Communities program to incentivize construction of affordable housing and amenities through looser zoning rules.
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WA courts are meant to fine convicted sex buyers. Most don’t
Courts could have collected over $2.5 million in fees in the past decade, which would have gone to programs to alleviate trafficking. Why didn’t they?
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Puget Sound transit and riders navigate post-pandemic commutes
With more people working in-office, local agencies try to make light-rail and bus services more consistent. But they face staff shortages and delays.