Environment
When it comes to climate change, Amtrak is stuck in a catch-22
Trains were supposed to be climate-friendly transportation. Now, extreme weather is making them less dependable.
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Investigations
Washington public agencies win $121M to extend rural broadband
State administrators overruled or helped mediate telecom objections that have previously disqualified local governments from similar grant awards.
Investigations
A new WA law may not cure hospital staff shortages, nurses say
Local committees will still set nurse/patient ratios amid new state oversight, but workers argue the current complaint system falls short.
News
Housing restrictions are leaving more PNW sex offenders homeless
Laws in Oregon and Washington can be counterproductive to public safety by keeping registrants on the streets, where they are more likely to reoffend.
Investigations
Everett shelter got $3M in COVID relief despite complaints
Local officials signed new contracts with The Hand Up Project after two residents died last year and former employees alleged financial mismanagement.